Karen Borglin (Nelson)

September 12,1942-November 26, 2017

Karen Borglin (Nelson) 75, passed away Sunday, November 26, 2017 at her home in Dwight surrounded by her family.  Visitation was held from 4 until 7 at Hager Memorial Home in Dwight.  Cremation rites will be accorded

Funeral services and burial will be at Hillcrest Memorial Park, Streator, at a later date.  

Karen was born September 12, 1942 in Dwight, daughter of William R. and Lillian Seeman Borglin.

She is survived by son:  William "Bill" Nelson of Dwight; daughter Kimeri (Darrin) Shull of Dwight; stepdaughters: Peggy Mcpherson of Joliet; Lisa Cavanaugh of Joliet; grandchildren: Austin and River Nelson, R.J. Rodrick of Dwight; Amanda Rodrick of Cornell; Step-grandchildren: Stephanie and Ryan Seifer of Kankakee; great-grandchildren:  Shane and Maverick LeRoy of Cornell; many friends and extended family.

She was preceded in death by her parents and stepson, Thomas Nelson.

Karen graduated from Streator High School with the Class of 1960, and worked locally for RR Donnelley and Coils Inc.  She was also a Dwight Elementary School lunch aide, and also worked at Clapp's Supermarket and Deli.

Karen will be dearly missed by her family, friends, and beloved cat, Wille.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family.

Condolences may be sent to the family at :  calvertmemorial.com