Obituary - Karen Cae Dunkin

Karen Cae Dunkin, age 73, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister went home to be with her Lord and Savior on August 20, 2025.

Born on August 19, 1952, to Alden and Charlene Atwell, she lived a life characterized by her faith, compassion, and adventure. She was known for her dedication to her family, had a passion for women’s ministries - especially discipling other women, was a pastor’s wife, and served in the mission field. She loved to travel and loved to read. Other hobbies included fixing up furniture and buying and selling antiques. Her greatest love was spending time with her grandchildren. 

Karen was a loving mother to Jamie, John, Jenni, and Joel; a cherished grandmother of 18; and a great-grandmother of three. She is survived by her daughter, Jamie (Antonio) Sabino, her son John (Kimberly) Dunkin, her daughter Jenni (Paul) Sabino, and her son Joel (Shannon) Dunkin, her 18 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and her four siblings Ken Atwell, Keri Atwell, Kelly Gannon, and Kristen (David) Frost. 

Karen was proceeded in death by her father Alden Atwell, by her husband John Dunkin, who was the love of her life, stepfather Ken Simmons, and mother Charlene Simmons.

A service to celebrate Karen’s life will be held at Oasis Community Church on September 12, 2025, at 6:30 p.m., at 1520 South Maine St., Fallon, NV 89406.