Karen A. Battersby

Karen Ann Battersby of Westfield, IN, passed away on December 7th, 2024, at the age of 74 after a brief illness. She was born in Leavenworth, KS, in 1950 to parents, Duncan Daugherty and Irene (Chronowski) Cohan. Before retirement, Karen worked at her family owned manufacturer’s representative business in the plumbing and heating industry. Karen enjoyed watching Bravo, playing cards with dear friends and volunteering in the community. She could be found doting over the family pets. She was an ardent supporter of the Indiana Pacers and Colts, along with Notre Dame. She relished travel with her sister and daughter. 

After spending many wonderful years together, Karen’s beloved husband, Brian Battersby preceded her in death in 2013. She was preceded in death by her parents, Duncan Daugherty and Irene Cohan. She is survived by daughter, Devon (Battersby) and son-in-law, Gregory Morris of Lakewood, CO; sister, Linda Purdo, niece Lauren (Purdo) Kennedy and nephew Zack Purdo, along with their spouses and children, all of Delray Beach, FL. She leaves behind many cherished friends in Indiana and across the country. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.