Karen Meyers Sluss
In loving memory of Karen Meyers Sluss, a woman of great beauty and immense talent. Karen was known for her grace and warmth, always surrounded by a multitude of friends and family whom she welcomed with open arms into her home, where she hosted countless unforgettable parties.
As a child Karen exhibited her talent for art. She could draw anything. Her early talent lead to a life long career in art. She was a painter her entire life. Later life she went on to get her Masters in Education and taught art in the Cherry Creek schools for over 20 years. After retiring from education, she worked at Saks Gallery in Cherry Creek where she helped curate a yearly National Art Show.
Karen was beautiful inside and out. As a young woman she was the runner up in the Miss Colorado Pageant. She had an infectious laugh and always lit up a room when she was present. She loved to paint and always had a needle point project going. She loved to travel with friends and family and was always up for an adventure. Karen had many life long friendships which speaks to her dedication to friends and family.
Karen is preceded in death by her late husband, Richard Alfred Meyers. She is survived by her devoted husband of 42 years, Lawrence Alfred Sluss, who stood by her side through thick and thin, embodying their unwavering love and commitment. They enjoyed a lifetime of travel and fun. She leaves behind a legacy of love and strength through her three children: Kimberly Meyers Moore (husband Tom Moore) Gregory James Yanish (wife Vanessa Yanish), and David Martin Yanish (wife Lynne Fiero Yanish), who were the light of her life. Her spirit lives on through her eight cherished grandchildren, Matthew Moore (wife Samantha Rutishauser) Connor Moore (wife Bethany Moore), Riley Moore, Kai Moore, Skyler Yanish, Brayden Yanish, Kaylin Fiero and Brooklyn Fiero, and her two Great Grand Children, Cameron Moore and Cash Moore, who will forever carry her memory in their hearts.
May Karen’s legacy of love, beauty, and creativity continue to inspire all who were blessed to know her. Rest in peace, dear Karen, knowing that your light will shine on through the hearts of those who love you.