Karen Marie Meger (Semmer), May 14, 1955 to Dec 7, 2000. Once in a great while, someone is born so extraordinarily special, they bring joy to everyone they meet. Karen Marie Meger is an inspiration to us. Her courage was boundless, her optimism infectious, her selflessness astounding. Sadly she is survived by her loving husband, son, Robert; daughter, Kathryn; mother, Jeanne Semmer; and her siblings their spouses), Cathleen Cather, Gary Mary Semmer, Greg Nancy Semmer, Dawn Chris Nelson, Steven Catherine Semmer; also nieces nephews. Our family wishes to acknowledge special mention to her lifelong friend, Nancy Lehn-Smidt, her soul sister. You are welcome to join us in a celebration of her life beginning with a Mass of Christian Burial Monday 2 pm, Basilica of St. Mary