A long-time resident of Aurora, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2010, at the age of 54. Karen is survived by her husband of 34 years, Mark, her sons Darrell(Melissa) and Chris (Bridget), daughter Heather of Aurora, and Three grand children. Memorial service, Saturday, May 15, 2010, 2:00 p.m., Horan & McConaty, 11150 E Dartmouth Avenue Aurora, CO 80014. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Porter Hospice. Karen Lee Nelson is survived by her husband Mark Nelson of Aurora, Colorado; and extended family and friends. Memorial Service will be held Saturday, May 15, 2010, beginning at 2:00 PM, at Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 11150 East Dartmouth Avenue, in Aurora, Colorado. Committal Services immediately follow at Rocky Mountain Memorial Park, 11148 East Dartmouth Avenue, Denver, Colorado. A reception for family and friends follows at the HeartLight Center. Please share your memories of Karen and condolences with her family by selecting the ""sign guestbook"" button below.