![]() ![]() Left to cherish the memory of Karleen are her daughters: Meghan (Carl) Tegtmeier, Chelsea (Blaise) Birchem, and Jade Krause her grandchildren: Theodore and Clara Tegtmeier, and Thane and Reyna Birchem her brother, Tom (Kim) Willemssen sisters-in-law Shelly Willemssen and Patsy Willemssen as well as uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, and cousins. She especially loved spoiling her grandchildren with her creations and sending them back to their parents full of sugar. She loved her family fiercely and was a source of support and encouragement. Always on the side of Lady Luck, she would often win against the odds playing poker or spending time at the casino with her friends. In her later years, she enjoyed going to Montana and traveling with her little dog, Thor. Karleen was generous, fun loving, and had a great sense of humor to everyone she met. ![]() She was a visionary and a jack of all crafts, especially jewelry making, quilting, crocheting, and drawing, but also dabbled in loom work, wood working, stained glass, and leather. She had a unique artistic eye with everything she did, and was always working on something. Karleen was known to be dangerous with a sledge hammer, and loved tearing things apart and putting it back together. She loved to tinker, often working on multiple projects at once. She lived her life on her own terms and lived it to the fullest. Like the wind, Karleen would come and go. Most of all, they enjoyed spending time with family and friends at the lake. On their free time, Bruce and Karleen would spend time with their daughters, go on trips throughout the US, and riding motorcycle. With her entrepreneurial spirit, Karleen eventually then went on to own Dakota Frame and Globe Gazette after leaving nursing. The couple enjoyed a life working together, growing what would eventually become Krause Brother’s Construction while Karleen still worked as a nurse. On January 11, 1986, during a blizzard, the two were wed in Fairmount and later welcomed three daughters: Meghan, Chelsea, and Jade. ![]() Krause, while working at a nursing home as an LPN. Afterwards, she attended college at University of Mary in Bismarck, ND, and then finalized her nursing degree at NDSCS in Wahpeton, ND. ![]() She attended elementary school in Foxhome, MN and then graduated from Breckenridge High School at the age of 17. Karleen was born on Januin Breckenridge, MN, the sixth child and the only daughter of Thaine “Doc” and Donna (Lee) Willemssen. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to Someplace Safe of Wilkin County, 61 for 61 Roger Maris Cancer Center, Plains Art Museum, or your favorite organization. Krause, 60, of Christine, passed away on Sunday, July 16, 2023.Ī celebration of life will be held at Vertin-Munson Funeral Home in Wahpeton from 12:00-3:00 p.m. If you have any questions please message us.Karleen D. Please see all photos as the lighting reflects differently on the metal for the coloring. ♥Charms – charms vary from silver plated, brass, stainless steel, and pewter depending on style. For this price, it should be a given – but we just want everyone to be aware =) They are not real pearls or real gemstones. ♥Pearl or Birthstone Beads – Understand these are jewelry imitation pearls and jewelry birthstones. ♥Stainless Steel Necklaces – it is stainless steel, 22 inches long, lobster claw clasp ♥Engraved Aluminum Pendants – 14-16 gauge food grade aluminum – lightweight yet sturdy We use a combination of engraving and hand-stamping techniques, pendant cutting, tumbling, coloring, sealing, & finishing techniques. ♥Choose the style for your pendants to come on. ♥Add item to your cart….you will see a NOTE BOX…. To order please read the information below: You can customize this puece with a name, birth year, and at rest year. I’ll never forget someone who gave me so much to remember! This beautiful necklace is a great way to remember your loved one and keep them close to you. ![]()
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