Karen M. Oyen

Karen M. Oyen, 86, passed away on October 10, 2026 at Pikes Peak Hospice. Karen was born February 5, 1940, the oldest child of Carl and Gladys Schade. Karen’s sister Ardys (Terry) Pulse survives her. Karen’s parents and her brother, Stanley Schade, predeceased her. Stanley’s wife Carol Schade also survives Karen.

Karen met Gerry Oyen in Denver, Colorado and they were married in Karen’s hometown of Sisseton, South Dakota on October 2, 1966. They lived in many communities in Southeast Colorado including Eads, Swink, Las Animas and Pueblo. They raised two children, Kendra and Matthew, and after retiring lived in Pueblo beginning in 2010. Karen was an active member of King of Kings Lutheran Church and took every opportunity to travel and enjoy community activities with friends. Gerry, Kendra (Tom Alvarado) and Matthew (Marne) and Karen’s grandchildren, Miles, Morgan, Samuel and Raquel, all survive Karen.

The family wishes to express their gratitude to Jovan Gregory who provided care, companionship and kindness to Karen during her last years. Also, the staff of The Aspen at Woodland Park are thanked for all of their efforts to provide comfort and care to Karen during her last months. No services are planned at this time. In lieu of flowers or any other gifts, the family requests donations to Pikes Peak Hospice and Palliative Care, 2550 Tenderfoot Hill Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80906 or to a hospice and palliative care facility of your choosing. Online condolences, www.MontgomerySteward.com