Karen Sue

Naber

Karen Sue Naber, 85, of Ness City, Kansas, formerly of Lexington, Nebraska, passed away on Friday, October 30, 2026, at the Cedar Village Long Term Care Center in Ness City, Kansas.

She was born on September 13, 1941, in Lexington, Nebraska, to Jasper and Doris (Hilty) Hudson. She spent her school years in Lexington and graduated from Lexington High School. Karen was blessed with seven children: Steven, Lori Ann, James, Bobbi, Nikki, Diane, and Michael.

Karen enjoyed working with her hands, creating beautiful quilts that she would often gift to her family. She also liked to play cards with her friends and family. 

Family meant everything to Karen. She cherished all the wonderful moments she got to spend with her children and grandchildren, watching them grow and flourish into adulthood.

Survivors include her children, Bobbi Jo Akkerman, Nikki Murray, Diane Robbins, and Mike Warta; 12 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great grandchildren; as well as extended family and friends.

In addition to her parents, Karen was preceded in death by her children, Steven Henninger, Lori Ann Hamilton, and James Warta; granddaughter, Lindsey; great-grandson, Knoxston.

Graveside Services will be held on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Greenwood Cemetery in Lexington with Pastor Paul Thomas officiating.

Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com