Visitation: Family will greet visitors one hour prior to the service.
Service: Funeral services will begin at 11:00 a.m. Friday, May 29, 2026 at First United Methodist Church in Sioux Falls, SD.
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Karen Farus, age 87, died peacefully, Sunday, May 24, 2026 at Sanford Hospice Centennial Cottage in Sioux Falls, SD. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 a.m. Friday, May 29, 2026 at First United Methodist Church in Sioux Falls, SD. Family will greet visitors one hour prior to the service. A private family burial will take place following the service.
Karen was born on the family farm near Scotland, SD on November 13, 1938 to Simon and Elsie (Hehn) Chance. She grew up on the family farm and attended Scotland Schools, graduating from Scotland High School in 1956. She married Bruce Farus on October 7, 1956 in Scotland, SD. The couple made their home in Key West, Florida while Bruce served in the U.S. Navy.
In 1960, the family moved to Bridgewater, SD where they owned and operated the Bridgewater Tribune. In 1966, they purchased and operated the Northwestern Blade in Eureka, SD. In 1969, they purchased the Sioux Valley News and the family relocated to Canton, SD. In addition, Karen and Bruce were also the owners/operators of Creative Printing in Huron and Sioux Falls, SD. In 1999, Karen and Bruce retired to a home on Lake Madison and spent their winters in Mesa, AZ. After Bruce’s death in 2005, Karen moved to Sioux Falls, SD.
Karen was a 60-year member of the United Methodist Church. She joined the PEO in the 1970’s and was a member of Chapter U and CZ. She enjoyed attending church circle and playing Mahjong. In her younger years she enjoyed fishing and camping along the Missouri River.
Karen is survived by her two daughters, Mona (Eric) Hohman of Canton, SD and Darcy (Steve) Vlk of Sioux Falls, SD; four grandchildren, Andrew (Emily) Hohman of Canton, SD, Rachel (Aaron) Gackle-Grunewaldt of Canton, SD, William Vlk of Sioux Falls, SD, and Ian Vlk of Sioux Falls, SD; six great-grandchildren, Elsie, Brynn and Aria Hohman and Jasper, Griffin, and Vada Gackle.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, sister Vina Hill, brother-in-law, Glen Hill, son Eric in 1981, and grandson-in-law Scott Gackle.
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. May your wonderful memories bring you comfort. Patty and Craig Dittberner
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Deepest sympathy, Patty and Craig Dittberner
Mona and Darcy and family: sending prayers for all of you as you celebrate the life of your mom, Karen Farus. Our deepest sympathy. Reflect on your memories and fun times you have had with your mom! Paul and Judy Kludt and the entire Kludt family of Colorado.
Karen’s grandsons & my son played sports at CHS. Visited with her several times.
She was interesting to talk to & polite.
Very nice lady.
Karen’s grandsons & my son played sports at CHS. Visited with her several times.
She was interesting to talk to & polite.
Very nice lady.
My sincere condolences to Karen’s family. I had the privilege of getting to know Karen through P.E.O. over the past seven years, and she always held a special place in my heart.
One of the things I appreciated most about Karen was that she never had time for “fluff” in conversation. She always spoke honestly and directly, often making me laugh with her candor and wit. I will never forget the way she would lean in, place her hand on my forearm, and share exactly what was on her mind.
My life is richer and my heart is fuller because I knew Karen. She will be truly missed.
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO ALL OF KARENS LOVED ONES IN YOUR LOSS. SHE WAS ALWAYS SO KIND TO ME AND OTHERS. MAY GODS PEACE GIVE YOU ALL COMFORT.
Karen was a friend all though gradeschool, high school, and continued for a lifetime.. our prayer to all the family.
Mona and Darcy and families, phyllis and I send our thoughts to you as you celebrate Karen’s life. She introduced me to a life long love of lasagne. Take care, Nancy and Phyllis Ellis
Darcy, Steve, Ian, Will and family- We were heartbroken to hear about the loss of your mom. It’s clear how deeply she was loved and how much of her strength, kindness, and wisdom lives on through all of you! We hope you find comfort in the memories you shared. Thinking of all of you and sending our heartfelt condolences from Michigan. Lynne, Chris, Ally, Nick, Kristen Vlk and Lorraine Aiello from MA.
I will miss Karen, she was a delightful person and I always enjoyed her company when we went out for lunch after church with our ‘Amazing Grays’ group. Love and prayers for her family.
My sympathy to the family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
We are so sorry to hear about your mother
She was a wonderful person way
way back in grade school to our lunch dates
as we grew old
Prayers to your family
Bunny and David Eberhardt
THOUGHT AND PRAYERS TO KARENS FAMILY
Mona, Eric and family! So sorry to hear of your loss. We would see your mom at church, she’d be coming for the 9:45 service and we would be leaving. We didn’t know for sure when her funeral would be and are sorry we missed it?
Know that we are thinking about you.
We are so very sorry for the loss of your Mom and Grandma. Our deepest condolences to all of you.
Dear Mona & Eric, I am sorry for your loss. I remember your Mom being full of life…when we were kids and as my boss when I was a lifeguard. I still think of Eric’s passing…my heart broke with yours. I know he and your dad were there to greet her. I hope your memories bring you peace.