Karen Sue Youngblut

Obituary Karen Sue Youngblut, age 79, of Guttenberg, IA, died Monday, November 23, 2020, at Guttenberg Care Center. She was born on December 21, 1940 in Ft. Dodge, IA, the daughter of Charles and Elaine Mattice. Karen graduated from Fort Dodge High School. Karen met John Youngblut and was united in marriage July 9th 1960. From this union they had two sons Chris and Adam. Karen received a masters degree in Library science and taught at Maquoketa Valley, Jefferson and West Delaware schools before retiring in 1994. Karen had a beautiful voice and used this talent and sang at many weddings and St. Marys Church Choir in Guttenberg. She was a bleacher fan for the many sporting events of her two sons and later enjoying her grandsons sports hardly ever missing a game. Karen enjoyed painting with many displayed proudly. Traveling with family and friends throughout the years especially skiing vacations in Colorado. Karen couldnt say no to a stray animal whether it be a skunk, beaver or many beloved dogs. She enjoyed entertaining, cooking and potlucks at the river with family and neighbors. Karen is survived by her husband John Youngblut; son Chris Youngblut; grandsons, McKay (Andrea) Youngblut and Tate Youngblut; great grandchildren, Reese and Boone Youngblut; sister Patty Tedford and many other relatives and friends. Karen was preceded in death by her parents; in laws, Al and Mary; son Adam in 1994 and a sister Pam. Cards and other styles of sympathy can be directed to 104 N. Front St Clayton IA 52049. Services Celebration of Life at a later date