Karen Christiason, 47, of Moline, IL, died Thursday, May 17, 2012 at Trinity Rock Island.

Karen was born on November 9, 1964 in Moline, IL, the daughter of Walton L. and Elaine M. (Peterson) Christiason. She worked as an Administrative Assistant at William T. Phares Law Firm. She was a member of the Clara Lodge No. 118 Independent Order of Vikings and had worked for several years as a travel agent. Karen enjoyed traveling, especially to Disney World. She was also known as "Mame" to her nieces & nephews and their friends.

Survivors include
Parents Walton & Elaine Christiason Moline, IL
Sister Barbara (Rob) Butterworth Davenport, IA
Nieces Rebecca (Paul) Corriveau Mystic, CT
Elizabeth Butterworth Davenport, IA
Catherine Butterworth Davenport, IA
Nephews Robert W. Butterworth Davenport, IA
Benjamin Butterworth Davenport, IA
Zachary Corriveau Mystic, CT