Obituary of Kathryn CoraBelle Troen-Young

Katheryn CoraBelle Troen-Young, 102, the daughter of Burt and Nellie (Meech) Sharer, was born December 11, 1919, near Ferguson, Iowa.  She attended rural Ferguson schools.

   A time of memory, sharing and visitation will be held later by Pence ~ Reese Funeral Home in Newton.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be designated to Katheryn’s family, or to a charity of your choosing.  Burial will be in the Newton Memorial Park Cemetery.

   On December 11, 1937, Katheryn was united in marriage with Knute M. Troen in Unionville, Missouri.  To the union two children were born, David and Penny.  She devoted her life to her husband and family.  She was a member First Lutheran Church in Newton.  She enjoyed  being outdoors, her flowers and gardens. 

   Katheryn died Tuesday morning, November 22, 2022, at Accura East Health Care in Newton.

   She was preceded in death by her parents; the love of her life husband Knute on Aug. 17, 1983; her daughter and son-in-law: Penny and Dean Snow; and her ten brothers and sisters. 

   Those left to honor Katheryn’s memory include her son David (Alicia) Troen; her three grandchildren; and her many extended family and friends.