Karen A. Gulley (nee Thomas), age 71, of West Bend, was granted eternal rest and called home to be with our Lord and Savior, on Sunday, September 8, 2013 following an automobile accident. Karen's daughter Glenda was also involved in the accident and joined Karen in Heaven.
Karen was born on May 26, 1942 to Roy and Myrna (nee Barden) Thomas in Portage. She had a strong faith and was a long time member of Community Church in West Bend. Karen enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her son Randy, and had a special place in her heart for all of her great-grandbabies. She was a kind and gentle woman who will be remembered for her love of cats.
Karen is survived by her loving former husband, Bob Gulley of West Bend; her four children, Bob Gulley Jr. of Alexandria, VA, Karla (Barney) Tabat of Cudahy, Shelli (Bruce) Ellis of West Bend, and Randy Gulley of West Bend; eighteen grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren with one on the way; her mother, Myrna Peters; two brothers, Reg (Cindy) Thomas of West Bend and Greg (MaryAnne) Peters of Jackson; and many other relatives and friends.
In addition to her daughter Glenda, Karen was preceded in death by her father, Roy Thomas; and her grandson, Tony Gulley.
A joint memorial service in honor of Karen and her daughter will be held on Thursday, September 19, 2013 at 6:00 pm at Community Church (2005 S. Main St. West Bend, WI 53095) with Pastor Doug Jerred officiating. Visitation will be at the church on Thursday from 3:00 pm until the time of service.
In Lieu of flowers, memorials to the family would be greatly appreciated.