Ms. Karen Norine (nee: Johnson) Manning, of Warrenton, MO., passed away on Saturday, October 16, 2021 at her home. She was born on July 28, 1957 in Elgin, IL., to Richard and Delores (nee: Foster) Johnson. Karen had reached the age of 64 years.
Karen was a homemaker and she loved caring for her four children and her family. She enjoyed making jewelry, all kinds of music and she especially loved to dance and go shopping. Karen was also a very loving grandmother and she cherished the time she spent with her grandchildren and her great grandchildren. She also loved time spent with her daughter Erica. Karen was a loving mother, daughter, sister and friend.
Karen was preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Delores. Those who remain grateful for having shared in Karen's life are her children, Skyler Manning, Erica Manning (Cody), Joshua Manning, Alyse Montano; special friend and ex-husband, Paul J Manning; two grandchildren, Riley and Hailey; 2 great grandchildren, Zaida Dawn and Syris James; 5 siblings, Bill Johnson, Richard Johnson, Randy Johnson (Pat), Elaine DePaoli, Michael Johnson; other relatives, nieces, nephews and many friends.
Memorial donations are suggested to American Cancer Society c/o Martin Funeral Home, 510 East Main St. Warrenton, MO 63383. Online condolences may be made at www.martinfuneral.net. A Celebration of Karen's life will be held at a later date.
