Karen Sue Thomson

Karen Sue Thomson, age 83 of Franklin, TN formerly of Elkhart, IN passed away on Wednesday, September 23, 2026. Karen was born on February 7, 1943 to Colby and Alberta Gandy in Kendallville, IN. Karen’s parents have preceded her in death.

Karen Started her banking career at Old Kent Bank in Grand Rapids, MI before moving to Elkhart and starting at Midwest Commerce, then NBD and retired as Bank President from Bank One in Elkhart, IN.

Karen enjoyed reading and she loved to spend time with her friends, going to concerts, plays and musicals. Most of all she loved her dogs. Karen had a sister, Kay Milan, who preceded her in death, and she has many nieces and nephews who love her. Karen truly enjoyed having great friends she will be sadly missed.

Graveside services will be held at noon on Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Christian Chapel Cemetery, where she will be laid to rest near her parents. Pastor Mark Fenstermacher will officiate. Stemm-Lawson-Peterson Funeral Home, 1531 Cobblestone Blvd., Elkhart, IN 46514 is assisting Karen’s family. Online condolences may be made at www.stemmlawsonpeterson.com