Karen Joyce Taritas, 65, passed away Sunday, October 23, 2022. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Karen was the daughter of the late George Taritas Jr. and Patricia Taritas. Karen graduated from Snider High School and earned her degree in Business from Indiana University. She worked for Lincoln National Life Insurance Company for many years. She volunteered with the Boy Scouts and was an avid cross stitch artist making many elaborate pieces. Surviving are her brothers, Mike (Roberta) Taritas, Russ (Lois) Taritas, Curt Taritas, along with many nieces and nephews. Calling is Friday, November 11, 2022 from 5 pm to 7 pm at FairHaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 6557 N. Clinton Street. Memorials may be made to Turnstone Center.