Karen Sue Stillwell, 83, loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend died Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
Visitation will be from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm, Wednesday, April 8, 2026, Funeral Service will be at 2:00 pm, Thursday, April 9, 2026, both at Downing & Lahey East Mortuary.
Karen was a member of the Encouragers Gospel Study class at Central Christian Church.
Preceded in death by her father, Elmer “Pete” P. Powell and mother, Amanda Ellen Powell.
Survived by her husband, Neil Edwin Stillwell of Wichita, KS; daughter, Rebecca “Becky” (Brad) Guebelle of Maize, KS; son, Ron (Dulari) Herbel of Haysville, KS; sisters, Beverly Becker of Grand Junction, CO, Dixie (Leon) Nelson of Topeka, KS, Judy Dickenson of Buhler, KS; 8 grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
A memorial has been established with Central Christian Church, 2900 N Rock Road, Wichita, KS 67226.
Services in care of Downing & Lahey Mortuary – East Chapel.
Share tributes online at: www.dlwichita.com
Services
Visitation: Wednesday, April 8, 2026 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Downing & Lahey East Mortuary
6555 E. Central
Wichita, KS 67206
Funeral Service: Thursday, April 9, 2026 2:00 pm
Downing & Lahey East Mortuary
6555 E. Central
Wichita, KS 67206
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Charities
The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in Karen Sue Stillwell 's name.
Central Christian Church
2900 N Rock Road
Wichita,
KS
67226







Neil, I am sorry to hear about your loss.
So sorry to hear of your loss Neil. Praying for you & family.
Karen, you are at peace with our Lord, now.
Thank you Amber!