BRISTOW – Karen Kay Cornwell, 79, of Bristow, passed away Saturday, August 22, 2026, at Westbrook Acres.
Funeral services for Karen will be held at a later date. Woodley Funeral Home of Allison is caring for Karen and her family.
Karen Kay Kriens was born May 3, 1947, in Waterloo, Iowa, the daughter of William and Johannah (Henning) Kriens.
She spent her life in Iowa and later made her home in Bristow, a Butler County community where family, friends and neighbors are now remembering her following her passing at the age of 79.
At this time, the funeral home has announced only limited biographical information and has not yet released additional details concerning Karen’s family, employment, interests or the date and location of her funeral service.
Additional service information is expected to be announced at a later date.
Woodley Funeral Home of Allison is handling arrangements. To view Karen’s obituary, share a memory with her family or check for updated service information, please click here.
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