Karen Rybka

Karen Rybka, 82, Abrams, passed away Friday, Jan. 13, 2023, at Meadowbrook Nursing Home in Oconto Falls. Karen was born January 8, 1941 in Oconto to the late Wilbur and Marie (Hassenfeldt) Wiedenhaft.

She married James Salnick on August 24, 1957. Karen and Jim enjoyed camping. James preceded her in death in 1995.

Karen married Ray Rybka on October 30, 1999 and were together for over 22 years along with their dog, Mootsy.

Karen was a member of Pine Acres Golf Club, Abrams Family Day committee, and served on the Oconto Falls Area Ambulance Service for over 25 years. She was also a hearing tester for Oconto Falls School District.

Karen is survived by her husband Ray Rybka; daughter, Annette (Paul) Noack; son, David Salnick; brother, Robert (Judy) Wiedenhaft; and two grandchildren, Calvin (Kim) Noack and Megan Noack. She was preceded in death by a brother, Eddie Wiedenhaft.

The family will receive relatives and friends at the Gallagher Funeral Home in Oconto, from 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2023. Funeral services will be conducted noon Wednesday at the funeral home with the Rev. Craig Alwin officiating.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.gallagherfuneralhome.net.