Karen Keck Silverstein

Karen Keck Silverstein, 78, of Saint Charles MO, passed away Wednesday, May 6, 2026. She was born in St. Louis, MO to Charles "Bug" and Mildred Keck. She is preceded in death by her parents and by her brother, Robert. She is survived by her beloved husband of 45 years, Frederic "Ric" Silverstein; her daughter, Cheryl (Asher) Gardner and their children, Alex, Eva, Elsie; and her son, David (Melissa) Silverstein and their children, Jeremiah and Joshua; her beloved dog, Max, and countless friends.

Karen spent her career as a nurse and teaching nursing. She enjoyed playing bridge, playing bunco, and traveling. A visitation will be held Friday, May 15th, 4 pm - 8 pm and a funeral service will be held Saturday, May 16th at 2 pm at Baue Funeral Home - Cave Springs.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial may be made in Karen's name to Youth In Need.