Karen L. Mahan

Karen L. Mahan, 69, of Parsons, passed away on Friday, October 18, 2024, at her home.  Her death was unexpected.

Karen Lynn Bush was born on March 4, 1955, to Charles Melvin and Shirley Joyce (Page) Bush in Parsons, Kansas.  She grew up and attended school in Parsons.

For over 30 years, Karen was a dedicated caregiver of the residents at the Parsons State Hospital and Training Center.  In retirement, she continued working part-time as an in-home caregiver to elderly people, a job she loved.

She also loved her dogs, Momo and Shadow.  Bowling, going to the casino, and watching football, especially the New York Jets, were some of Karen's favorite past times.  She also loved the color purple and unicorns.

Survivors include:

One daughter – Tabitha Jalali and her husband, Hamid, of Amarillo, Texas

Three grandchildren – Cameron Jalali and his wife, Tana; Denyale Salazar and her husband, Ray; and Layla Theiss and her husband, Christian

Six great-grandchildren – Josie and Ava Jalali; Mason, Elliana and Aria Salazar; and Amelia Theiss

Two brothers – Roger Bush and his wife, Dana, of Basehor, Kansas

Charles "Butch" Bush of Parsons, Kansas

Three sisters – Gloria Talbot and her husband, David, of Parsons, Kansas

Pam Giefer and her husband, Ron, of Parsons, Kansas

Wendy Bush of Parsons, Kansas

She was preceded in death by her parents; her son, Nathan Mahan; and her brother, Wayne Bush.

The Memorial Service will be at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at the Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home in Parsons.  Everyone is encouraged to wear purple in honor of Karen's love of purple.

Memorials are suggested to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital.  These may be left at or mailed to Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home, P.O. Box 374, Parsons, KS  67357.