Karen Sue McPhail

July 7, 1944 - June 30, 2020

Karen Sue McPhail We are celebrating the life of Karen Sue McPhail, age 75, of Greensburg. Her journey began on July 7, 1944 and ended June 30, 2020, after a courageous battle against cancer. She passed after a birthday celebration shared with loving family an friends by her side. Karen was the daughter of the late Neil and Sarah (Isenburg) McPhail, the 3rd of 10 children. She will be united with her parents, the love of her life, Gerald Phillabaum; her Wendy; and four siblings. She prided herself on her work ethic, including 16 years at New Salem Acres and 14 years as a crossing guard in the city of Greensburg, never missing a day at work crossing her kids. She will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother and friend. Karen was a spitfire, the life of the party, never without lipstick and always the lady who hid money to keep it safe and then forgot where it was. She loved cooking for others, playing cards, bingo and hated her picture taken, but had the best smile. Karen leaves behind four children, Cheri (David) Uhlig, David (Lisa) Phillabaum, Ricki (Rick) Sterf and Heidi (Mark) Sterf. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great-grandchildren. Her two best friends, Donnie Sarsfield and Thelma Matthews; and sister, Sally, supportive of her during her illness. Per Karen's request, there will be no service. A private celebration of life is planned for a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your favorite charity in Karen's name.