Memorials may be made to Colon Cancer Foundation. Karen L. Burkhart, of St. Charles, Missouri, Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church, on Tuesday, July 21, 2009 at the age of 62. Loving wife of James Burkhart; dear daughter of Clarence and Pat Beaty; devoted mother of David Burkhart and Diana (Jason) Brewer; cherished grandmother of Logan Brewer and Megan Brewer; dear sister of Kathy Butler, Bob Beaty, Ray Beaty, Kim Hixson, and Kelly Ichelson. Karen was employed as a Customer Service Representative at the El Dorado Chemical Company. She was also a member of the Knights of Columbus Clowns Group, and various groups within St. Roberts Catholic Church.