Karen E. Nauer

Karen Elizabeth Nauer (Schroeder), of Vadnais Heights, Minnesota, found peace in the arms of the Lord late Saturday evening, August 28, 2021. She passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones.  Born June 27, 1946, Karen was the eldest daughter of Harold & Mary Schroeder. Karen loved her family immensely and enjoyed dabbling in various hobbies, spending time with friends, sunflowers and all things Christmas. Karen is preceded in death by her parents; and her brothers, Richard & Robert.  She is survived by son Jason (Maria Caterina) Fickett; daughter Michelle (Greg) Butler; son Michael; grandchildren, Jackson, Hannah & Julia Fickett; Emma Butler; brother William (Cheri) Schroeder; sister Pam Schroeder; and many nieces and nephews.​ An intimate family cremation service was held Friday, September 3, 2021 in Split Rock Garden located at Roselawn Cementary, 803 West Larpenteur Ave, Roseville, MN 55113.