Karen Kay Goggins
Karen Kay Goggins, age 76, of Quincy, died on Sunday, April 1, 2018 in her home. She was born on August 29, 1941 in Quincy, a daughter of Pete and Mildred (Nelson) Hollembeak. Karen married Bernard “Mick” Goggins on September 28, 1963 in St. Boniface Catholic Church. He preceded in death on November 14, 2013.
Karen was a homemaker and LPN at Sunset Home for several years. She was an avid reader and a great cook. Her specialty was baking. Karen was a wonderful nurse and caregiver. She had a sarcastic wit and loved her grandchildren.
Survivors include her children: a daughter, Tracy Whicker and her husband, Mark of Naples, FL; a son, Bernard A. “Ben” Goggins, II of Green Bay, WI.; and a son, Nickolaus K.” Nick” Goggins and his wife, Christine, of Quincy. Grandchildren: Alex and Adam of Naples FL and Emily and Thomas of Green Bay, WI and a sister Janice Fruehe of Quincy.
Karen was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a daughter, Genny Goggins and a sister, Marilyn Sue Hoyt.
Graveside services will be held on Saturday, June 23, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. in Calvary Cemetery. Family and Friends are invited to a celebration of Karen’s life at the Quincy Boat Club from 1-4 p.m. on Saturday, June 23rd.
Memorials are suggested to Unity Point Hospice. Duker & Haugh Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements
Ben, sorry to hear that you lost a great lady and your mother. I’m thinking about you. May she rest in peace. Take care,
Mike Hutmacher
I am sorry I was not able to attend the wake for your mom. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tracy, Ben, and Nick,
I was saddened to hear about your mother’s passing. Your parents were so supportive of me as a “rookie” teacher back in the early ’80’s” at QND. I will pray that God gives you the strength you need in the days ahead and that HE fills your heart and soul with only the great memories you shared with your mother. God Bless.