FRANKSVILLE – Karen D. Jackowski, 77, passed away at her home on Wednesday, March 4, 2026.

She was born in Racine on February 15, 1949, the daughter of the late Frank and Mildred (nee Pekar) Rymenams.  Karen graduated from Washington Park High School in 1967.

She married William Jackowski at Pentecost Lutheran Church on February 10, 1972.  They remained members for many years.

Karen worked for Educators Credit Union until her health forced an early retirement.

She enjoyed quiet moments reading and being outside, watching the birds in her garden.  She was happiest in the presence of her family, especially her grandchildren.

In addition to her husband Bill, Karen is survived by her sons, David (Jennifer) Jackowski, Daniel Jackowski; her grandchildren, Lucas and Claire Jackowski; her brother, Ken Rymenams; her brothers-in-law, Ed Jackowski, Steve (Sue) Jackowski; her nieces, Pam Rymenams, Kris Arneson; and her great nephews, Ethan Rymenams and Sean Fifield.

Karen was also preceded in death by Bill's parents, Ed Jackowski and Leora Jackowski Kadolph.

Family and friends are invited to meet in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Friday, March 13, 2026, for a visitation from 10:00 am – 11:00 am.  A service celebrating and remembering her life will take place at 11:00 am.  Her interment will follow at West Lawn Memorial Park.

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