Karen S. Bever

Karen S. Bever, 69, of Manteno, passed away Saturday, June 28, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born December 8, 1955, in Kankakee, the daughter of Harlie and Lois (Duffield) Parks. On September 9, 1978, she married Ronald R. Bever at Bethel Baptist Church. She was a Dietary Aide at Riverside Medical Center for 20+ years. Karen enjoyed shopping, thrifting, antiquing, and going to the greenhouse. She loved nothing more than hosting her family and spoiling her grandchildren. Karen was also known for her rock collection. Karen is survived by her beloved husband, Ronald R. Bever of Manteno; two children, Amanda (Gary) Johnson of Bourbonnais and Kevin (Katelyn) Bever of Bourbonnais; three grandchildren, Ronald, Emily, and William; siblings, Patty Johnson of Chebanse and Michael Parks of Cabrey; sister-in-law, Connie (John) Milton of Santa Clarita, CA; as well as many nieces and nephews; and her loyal companion and dog, Chloe. She is preceded in death by her parents; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Raymond and Florence Bever; and brother-in-law, Leo Johnson. Visitation will be held Thursday, July 3, 2025, from 10 a.m. until the funeral service at 1 p.m. at Brown-Jensen Funeral Home. Burial will immediately follow at Elmwood Cemetery, Manteno. Memorials may be made the wishes of the family.