Karen Sue Leavitt, 60, of Lafayette, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2014, surrounded by her family after a long battle with cancer. Born December 8, 1953, in Lafayette, she was the daughter of the late Robert R. and Dolores M. (Foster) Leavitt.
Karen graduated from Southwestern High School and earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Art Education from Indiana State University. She worked in sales for Ferguson Enterprises for 17 years, and she was known by her customers for her dedication to exceed their expectations.
At Southwestern High school, Karen excelled at art and sports. On the volleyball team, she was a top player contributing to her team's success; and as a track and field star in 1972, she set a new Indiana state record in the 880 yard run. At Indiana State University, she continued to play volleyball and run track while pursuing an art degree.
Throughout her life, Karen's artistic nature led her to explore many hobbies and interests, such as fiber arts, furniture restoration, and home improvement. She was especially known for her mastery of fine hand quilting, and her family and friends are delighted to have samples of her beautiful hand work. Additionally, her lovely home in LaCrosse, Wisconsin exemplified her passion for home restoration and artistic expression.
Karen enjoyed living life the way she wanted. In raising her children, she allowed them creative freedom to express themselves through art and imagination. This freedom continued with her granddaughter, and Karen enjoyed every moment of being a grandmother. While their time together was short, Karen and her granddaughter were inseparable and had many special moments together. Karen will be missed and always remembered by her family as a loving, fun, independent woman.
Karen is survived by a daughter, Alexandria Ardapple of Edgerton, WI (daughter Rayne); a son, Andrew Ardapple of Lafayette; a brother, Robert Leavitt of West Lafayette; sisters, Vicki Leavitt and Allison Leavitt both of Lafayette; stepmother, Norma Jean Leavitt of Lafayette; and step-sisters, Kimberly Meyer of Indianapolis, Terry Way of Texas, and Wendy Page of South Bend.
A private family gathering will be held to celebrate her life. Hippensteel Funeral Home is entrusted with care.
--Lafayette Journal & Courier - 8/25/2014
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Karen graduated from Southwestern High School and earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Art Education from Indiana State University. She worked in sales for Ferguson Enterprises for 17 years, and she was known by her customers for her dedication to exceed their expectations.
At Southwestern High school, Karen excelled at art and sports. On the volleyball team, she was a top player contributing to her team's success; and as a track and field star in 1972, she set a new Indiana state record in the 880 yard run. At Indiana State University, she continued to play volleyball and run track while pursuing an art degree.
Throughout her life, Karen's artistic nature led her to explore many hobbies and interests, such as fiber arts, furniture restoration, and home improvement. She was especially known for her mastery of fine hand quilting, and her family and friends are delighted to have samples of her beautiful hand work. Additionally, her lovely home in LaCrosse, Wisconsin exemplified her passion for home restoration and artistic expression.
Karen enjoyed living life the way she wanted. In raising her children, she allowed them creative freedom to express themselves through art and imagination. This freedom continued with her granddaughter, and Karen enjoyed every moment of being a grandmother. While their time together was short, Karen and her granddaughter were inseparable and had many special moments together. Karen will be missed and always remembered by her family as a loving, fun, independent woman.
Karen is survived by a daughter, Alexandria Ardapple of Edgerton, WI (daughter Rayne); a son, Andrew Ardapple of Lafayette; a brother, Robert Leavitt of West Lafayette; sisters, Vicki Leavitt and Allison Leavitt both of Lafayette; stepmother, Norma Jean Leavitt of Lafayette; and step-sisters, Kimberly Meyer of Indianapolis, Terry Way of Texas, and Wendy Page of South Bend.
A private family gathering will be held to celebrate her life. Hippensteel Funeral Home is entrusted with care.
--Lafayette Journal & Courier - 8/25/2014
© Copyright 1999-2016 Legacy.com; All Rights Reserved
Karen Sue Leavitt, 60, of Lafayette, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2014, surrounded by her family after a long battle with cancer. Born December 8, 1953, in Lafayette, she was the daughter of the late Robert R. and Dolores M. (Foster) Leavitt.
Karen graduated from Southwestern High School and earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Art Education from Indiana State University. She worked in sales for Ferguson Enterprises for 17 years, and she was known by her customers for her dedication to exceed their expectations.
At Southwestern High school, Karen excelled at art and sports. On the volleyball team, she was a top player contributing to her team's success; and as a track and field star in 1972, she set a new Indiana state record in the 880 yard run. At Indiana State University, she continued to play volleyball and run track while pursuing an art degree.
Throughout her life, Karen's artistic nature led her to explore many hobbies and interests, such as fiber arts, furniture restoration, and home improvement. She was especially known for her mastery of fine hand quilting, and her family and friends are delighted to have samples of her beautiful hand work. Additionally, her lovely home in LaCrosse, Wisconsin exemplified her passion for home restoration and artistic expression.
Karen enjoyed living life the way she wanted. In raising her children, she allowed them creative freedom to express themselves through art and imagination. This freedom continued with her granddaughter, and Karen enjoyed every moment of being a grandmother. While their time together was short, Karen and her granddaughter were inseparable and had many special moments together. Karen will be missed and always remembered by her family as a loving, fun, independent woman.
Karen is survived by a daughter, Alexandria Ardapple of Edgerton, WI (daughter Rayne); a son, Andrew Ardapple of Lafayette; a brother, Robert Leavitt of West Lafayette; sisters, Vicki Leavitt and Allison Leavitt both of Lafayette; stepmother, Norma Jean Leavitt of Lafayette; and step-sisters, Kimberly Meyer of Indianapolis, Terry Way of Texas, and Wendy Page of South Bend.
A private family gathering will be held to celebrate her life. Hippensteel Funeral Home is entrusted with care.
--Lafayette Journal & Courier - 8/25/2014
© Copyright 1999-2016 Legacy.com; All Rights Reserved
Karen graduated from Southwestern High School and earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Art Education from Indiana State University. She worked in sales for Ferguson Enterprises for 17 years, and she was known by her customers for her dedication to exceed their expectations.
At Southwestern High school, Karen excelled at art and sports. On the volleyball team, she was a top player contributing to her team's success; and as a track and field star in 1972, she set a new Indiana state record in the 880 yard run. At Indiana State University, she continued to play volleyball and run track while pursuing an art degree.
Throughout her life, Karen's artistic nature led her to explore many hobbies and interests, such as fiber arts, furniture restoration, and home improvement. She was especially known for her mastery of fine hand quilting, and her family and friends are delighted to have samples of her beautiful hand work. Additionally, her lovely home in LaCrosse, Wisconsin exemplified her passion for home restoration and artistic expression.
Karen enjoyed living life the way she wanted. In raising her children, she allowed them creative freedom to express themselves through art and imagination. This freedom continued with her granddaughter, and Karen enjoyed every moment of being a grandmother. While their time together was short, Karen and her granddaughter were inseparable and had many special moments together. Karen will be missed and always remembered by her family as a loving, fun, independent woman.
Karen is survived by a daughter, Alexandria Ardapple of Edgerton, WI (daughter Rayne); a son, Andrew Ardapple of Lafayette; a brother, Robert Leavitt of West Lafayette; sisters, Vicki Leavitt and Allison Leavitt both of Lafayette; stepmother, Norma Jean Leavitt of Lafayette; and step-sisters, Kimberly Meyer of Indianapolis, Terry Way of Texas, and Wendy Page of South Bend.
A private family gathering will be held to celebrate her life. Hippensteel Funeral Home is entrusted with care.
--Lafayette Journal & Courier - 8/25/2014
© Copyright 1999-2016 Legacy.com; All Rights Reserved
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