Karen Kay Pohlen

Karen Kay Pohlen, 70, passed away on February 16, 2023, at her La Junta home. She was born on May 21, 1952, in Canby, Minnesota to Raymond & Lola (Erp) Ouverson.

She was baptized and confirmed at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Canby, MN. She was a graduate of Canby High School in 1970.

She married Bill Pohlen on September 26, 1970. They lived in Excelsior, MN until 1990, then moved to La Junta. They both worked for DeBourgh Manufacturing. She also worked at Valcom Commodities, Pioneer Nursing Home, and the Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center until she retired.

She enjoyed spending time with her family and grandchildren and her many friends. Riding motorcycles, sewing, camping, cooking, playing cards, as well as dining out with family and friends were a few of Karen’s enjoyments. She also loved the many animals that frequented the family farm.

She is survived by the love of her life, William “Bill”; children, Brandon (Michelle) Pohlen, Brittany (Jesse) Sierra, grandchildren, Cade, Brielle & Denaye Pohlen; Jesse Jr., Leah & Cruz Sierra; sisters, Karla Bednar, ViAnn (Leonard) Kwilinski and Gwenn Ouverson; numerous nieces, nephews, uncles and aunts also survive. She is preceded in death by parents, brother, Larry Ouverson; grandparents, and in-laws, Agnes & Magnus Pohlen; and sister-in-law, Mary.

Funeral service will be Monday, February 27, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at Peacock Memorial Chapel with Pastor Dave Wietzke of the Crown of Life Lutheran Church in Pueblo officiating. Visitation will be Sunday, February 26, 2023, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Peacock Memorial Chapel.

Online condolences may be made at www.peacockFH.com. Peacock-Larsen Funeral Home & Arkansas Valley Crematory is in charge of arrangements.