Karen A. Rakich, age 68, passed away on Saturday, September 26, 2015. She was born in Minneapolis, MN on March 16, 1947 the daughter of Parris and Jeanne (Hanstrom) Cubitt. On May 29, 1979 she married George Rakich in Merrillville, IN. Karen was proud to serve as a probation officer in Gary, IN for many years. Karen enjoyed history and loved animals. She will be remembered for always looking her best and for being a sweet, caring person who made people feel very loved. Her big heart and smile will never be forgotten.
Karen is survived by her children: Steve (Kay) Budick of Orland Park, IL and Nicole (Blake) Rohrabaugh of Northbrook, IL; grandchildren: Danielle, Nicholas and Joshua Budick, and Maxwell Rohrabaugh; sisters: Kathy Word and Mary (Leo) Naidl; brother, Jim (Kim) Cubitt; sister-in-law, Sally Cubitt; and friend, Chris Ambrose. She was preceded in death by her husband, George; father, Parris "Buck;" and brother, Thomas Cubitt.
The funeral service will be at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 1, 2015 at the Seefeld Funeral Home, with Rev. Timothy W. Routh officiating. Friends will be received at the funeral home on Thursday from 4:00 p.m. until the time of the service. Burial will be in Lakeview Memorial Park, Oshkosh.
Donations in Karen's name may be made directly to Oshkosh Area Humane Society.