Karen R. Murray, 84, of Terre Haute and formerly of Lawrenceville, Illinois passed away Monday January 20, 2025 in Union Hospital. She was born November 13, 1940 in Port Arthur, Texas to Raymond M and Phoebe (Higgins) Kimmel. Karen is survived by her daughters, Amanda Kosto (David) and Sally Jayne Ginopolis; sons, Robert Halter and Timothy Halter; sisters, Rebecca Jayne and Sally Weston; brother, Raymond Kimmel, Jr.; family friend, Jeff Skrivin; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. She was preceded in death by her son, Anthony Halter. Karen was an avid book reader. Cremation has been chosen. Online condolences may be left at www.samaritanfunerals.com