Karen J. Radtke, 72, of Iron Mountain, passed away, Tuesday, November 18, 2014, at Manorcare Health Services, Kingsford, Mich. She was born November 26, 1941, in River Falls, Wis. daughter of Alvin and Lorraine (Thoen) Larson. Karen grew up in River Falls and graduated from River Falls High School, Class of 1959, she went on to attend secretarial vocational school. The family resided in Iron Mountain since 1972. Karen worked for the Chippewa Club from 1976 until 1985, and later worked for Asselin Financial which became Willman Financial, as Office Manager from 1982 until 2006. She enjoyed bowling, walking, cookouts, jigsaw and crossword puzzles, dressing up for Halloween but most of all spending time with her family. Karen is survived by her mother, Lorraine Swanson, Pierceton, Ind.; one son, Mike (Barb) Radtke, Appleton, Wis.; one daughter, Colleen Balzola, Iron Mountain; one sister, Judy Kroeze, Barron, Wis.; four grandchildren, Justin (Ryann), Brandon (Amber Roberts), Jim and Tony; two great-grandchildren, Brody and Bailey, nieces, nephews and special friend, Connie Balzola, Kingsford. She was preceded in death by her father Alvin Larson and one sister, Linda Larson. Visitation will be Wednesday, November 26, 2014, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Jacobs Funeral Home, Iron Mountain. A Celebration of Life Service will be held, 12:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Rev. Jim Danielson will officiate. The family has chosen the Jacobs Funeral Home, Iron Mountain to honor Karen's Legacy of Life. You may light a candle in remembrance of Karen, or leave a condolence for her family online at www.JacobsFuneralHomes.com