Karen Kay Odle

September 4, 1968 - July 11, 2026

Join us as we celebrate the life of Karen Kay Odle, a loving granny, mother, daughter, sister, and cousin. She was born September 04, 1968, to her loving mother, Jeanne Wershing, and father, Archie Gibson. Her and her 2 brothers Jason Gibson and Dan Gibson grew up in Kansas City, MO fulfilling their childhood lives making memories in a city they called home. Karen graduated high-school and went on to have many diffrent job experiences. Everything from a dental hygienist, amateur body builder, and many others. Gifted with a silver tongue she was able to talk to anyone in her community, and brighten up their day. She loved to joke around and had a boisterous laugh that filled up a room.

After many trials and tribulations with relationships, she met a man named Gary Alen Odle. Through the ups and downs they stayed together being the rock for one another when anything happened. She leaves behind two children, Ryan Sheridan and Madison Bowne. She gave them a childhood they would never forget. She became a granny to 4 lovely children. Leon Bowne, Clementine Bowne, Wes Bowne, and Luna Sheridan. She was a wonderful granny treating all her grandchildren with a love that will always be in their hearts.

On July 11, 2026 Karen peacefully passed at a hospital at St Louis, MO. She was surrounded by the comfort of her family as she let go. She now moves on from the world to watch her family grow up strong and be there for them in spirit.

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Mama, I love you and miss you so much. I’m having a hard time finding the words to really describe our relationship. We were best friends and more than that. We used to tell everyone we were twins, only 32 years apart. I’m going to miss your jokes, gossiping with you, and doing stupid stuff together. When I’m a sobbing mess, you were always able to crack a smile out of me to cheer me up. I could really use one of your jokes right now. The kids love and miss their Granny. Clemmie thinks you died in a video game. She’s slowly starting to understand. I’ll hug the kiddos extra tight for you. I love you Can Opener. From, your chunky monkey.

When I look back on the best years of my life,so many of my favorite memories begain with Karen. She was not just my cousin she was my best friend. Those years were filled with fun,endless conversations,inside jokes, and memories that can never be erased. Some of my favorite memories aren't the big events they are the one only K and I would understand. We had each others back. Time changed and we both grown in different ways, but those years will always hold a special place in my heart.. my heart is broken but I will always be thankful God choose us to be best friends. I love you K!!

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