Karen Sue Huston

“Music was her song, family was her heart, and life was an adventure.”

Karen Sue Huston (nee Linn), age 75, of Lorain, passed away on November 5, 2026, leaving behind a family who loved her deeply and a lifetime of memories that will continue to be cherished. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Frederick Huston.

Loving mother to Heidi (David) Banjoff and the late John (Amy) Vasko. Cherished grandmother “Memaw” to David Leighton, Bryce Allan, Kaeyla Rae, Ashlyn Elizabeth, Fiam John, and “Mumaws” to Mariana Christina, whose childhood pronunciation became her own special name for her grandma. Sister to Barbara (Jim) Page. Loving cousin to Charlie Linn. Beloved aunt to Michael (Ada) Page and the late Christina (Tommy) Wielgopolski, and great-aunt to Kyle Wielgopolski and Bruno Page.

Born November 12, 1950, in Toledo, Ohio, Karen was the beloved daughter of the late Allan Boyd Linn and Mildred June Linn (nee Harris).

Karen lived a life filled with music, family, animals, and adventure. A gifted singer-piano stylist extraordinaire, music was much more than a career for Karen. It was truly a part of who she was. For an incredible 64 years, nearly her entire life, she shared her musical talent with others, creating countless memories through the songs she sang and the music she played. Performing brought her great joy, and her love of music remained an important part of her life through the years.

Karen also loved to travel and experience new places. She treasured the adventures, experiences, and memories that came from seeing the world and enjoying all that life had to offer.

Karen was a lifelong animal lover with a very special place in her heart for cats. They brought her so much comfort, companionship, and happiness over the years. If there was a cat nearby, chances are Karen would find it, love it, and make sure it knew it was special.

Above all else, she treasured her family and took great joy in being a grandmother. Being “Memaw” and “Mumaws” was one of the roles she cherished most, and the love she had for her grandchildren was immeasurable.

Her life cannot be summed up by a beginning and an ending. It lives on in the people she loved, and in the memories, they were fortunate enough to make with her. She will be remembered through the countless pieces of herself she left behind: the stories that will continue to be told, the memories that will still make everyone laugh, the love she had for those around her.

She was someone whose presence became a familiar and important part of life, and her absence will be felt in ways both big and small. She will be missed but never forgotten.

For those wishing to offer their love and support to Karen’s family during this difficult time, please reach out to Heidi Banjoff through Facebook for more details.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Slone & Co. Funeral Directors.

Until we meet again, may the music play on.

Forever in our hearts