Obituary of Karen Elizabeth Berntson

Karen Elizabeth Berntson, 59, of Duluth, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 5, 2015. Karen was born in Duluth, Minnesota on April 18, 1955 to Julien and Lillian (Perala) Berntson. She attended Park Point and Jefferson Schools and worked at Goodwill and Pinewood in Duluth for many years. She enjoyed bowling, knitting and cooking. Despite having Down syndrome, Karen was a social butterfly who maintained an independent and fulfilling life surrounded by family and friends. She will be fondly remembered for her kind heart and her many hugs. She is preceded in death by her mother. Karen is survived by her father; siblings Wes (Marlene), Elaine (Danny) Haglund, Debra (Steve Gutz) Berntson-Gutz, numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends. The family wishes to thank Brooke, Cindy, Sandy and Lisa at DRCC and the staff at Crystal House. Gathering of family and friends will be held from 9 am until the 10 am memorial service on Saturday, April 18, 2015 in Cremation Society of Minnesota 4100 Grand Ave. Duluth. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to: DRCC 728 Garfield Ave. Duluth, MN 55802. Services entrusted to Cremation Society of Minnesota 218-624-5200