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Passed March 6, 2026
Wichita, KS
Karen Goldberg ObituaryVisit the Downing & Lahey Mortuaries & Crematory - East Wichita website to view the full obituary.Karen Ann Goldberg, 82, loving partner, companion, best friend, and mother, died Friday, March 6, 2026."Mommy" Karen loved her family the most. She was the first to share her love and support with a smile, hug, and probably a homemade cappo! She loved her animals, antiquing, gardening, Gin (the card game!), and being outside on nice weather days. Her heart was big and her positiveness, kindness, and love impacted many. "Mommy" Karen will be missed, but never forgotten.Preceded in death by her parents, Gengell and Virginia Wilson; son, Jeff Boll.Survived by her companion, Randy Smithson; daughters, Valerie Boll, Whitney Goldberg; sons, Donnie Vaughan, Zachary Goldberg; grandchildren, Caleb (Janelle) Wilson, Cana (Brett) Mize, Jaden (Chris) Weatherford, Cole Newfarmer, Violet Goldberg; great-grandchildren, Kennedy Mize, Harrison Mize, Callahan Mize; sister, Ardath Kimmich; nieces and nephews, Darin Carney, Brian (Julie) Carney, Peter Carney, Sheila Carney, Mara (Brian) Bruce, Keir Carney, and their families.Arrangements in care of Downing & Lahey Mortuary – East Chapel.Read The Full ObituaryTo plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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