Karen Ring
Karen was born on February 28, 1940, the daughter of Fred- erick and Eleanore (nee Herzog) Johnson.
She grew up in Chicago and graduated from Luther South High School where she became a cherished member of a close-knit group known as the KOGOS, who stayed friends for over 70 years.
She was well known for being smart, vivacious, and fun. She attended Valparaiso University, and on January 19, 1963, she married Edward Ring.
In 1972, Karen and Ed moved to Sugar Camp, where they ran Indian Trail Lodge. It was a haven of adventure, activity, and family gatherings. It was the best of times for the entire Ring family.
Karen was a voracious reader, and loved her job as the librarian of Sugar Camp Grade School, where she worked for 24 years.
She is survived by Edward; her brother, Fred; four children, Jeffrey (Vicky), Kristin, Diane, and Erik (Shellie); as well as six beloved grandchildren, Katelynn, Logan, Ryan, Rory, Piper, and Bea; three great-grand children, Sophia, Matthew, and Kennedy. She is also survived by her best friend Adrene Terfler; special caregiver Heidi; and dozens of other nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and sister Janet (nee Johnson) Balletto.
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