Karen L. Omstead

May 29, 1939 - December 9, 2020

Karen LaJune Omstead, 81 of Tulsa, Oklahoma passed from this life on Wednesday, December 9, 2020 at St. Francis Hospital, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She was born May 29, 1939 in Texas to her parents, William Kelly Kerr and Olga Louise Wills Kerr. She married the love of her life, Bob Omstead on April 17, 1959 in Tulsa, Oklahoma and they have shared in over 61 wonderful years together. Throughout her life Karen enjoyed spending time with her family and close friends. From Maine to California, she and her husband enjoyed time traveling in their motorhome together. Her love of music brought her joy especially songs performed by her Uncle Bob Wills. She also had a fondness for her pets. From birds to cats, rabbits, and her beloved dogs, she had a special place in her heart for each of them. Karen is survived by her loving husband, Bob Omstead of Tulsa, Oklahoma; two children, Kyle Omstead and his wife Suzie of Tulsa, Oklahoma and Kala Omstead of Jenks, Oklahoma; three grandchildren, Kate Omstead of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Sydney Looney and Avery Looney, both of Jenks, Oklahoma; and a host of friends and extended family members. She was preceded in death by her parents, William Kelly and Olga Kerr; her sister, Shyrl Suitor and her grandson, Kase Omstead. To ensure the safety of all, a private graveside ceremony will be held on Friday, December 11, 2020. The family will hold a Celebration of Life Service as soon as it is safe to do so. Please check back for details.