Karin C. Babb, age 59, of Isanti died September 27, 2018 at Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids. A memorial visitation will be held from 5:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M. Monday, October 1st at Strike Life Tributes in CAMBRIDGE. A Memorial Mass will be held at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, October 2nd at Christ the King Catholic Church in Cambridge with a time for visiting also being held one hour prior to the service at the church. Inurnment will be in Christ the King Catholic Cemetery.
Karin Colleen Babb was born on February 12, 1959, in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Clyde and Audre (Julik) Babb. She was raised in Cambridge, Minnesota, and graduated from Cambridge High School. Karin received her degree as a Registered Nurse from Anoka Ramsey Community College.
Karin lived her life to the fullest. She was a staunch advocate for the underdog and dedicated her career to helping those in need, first at the Cambridge State Hospital, then at Lino Lakes Correctional Facility, and finally with Guild Incorporated. Karin loved biking and served as a cycling coach for the Special Olympics. Karin’s kind heart affected the lives of many people who society had forgotten and filled the gap when no one else did. She had a rare and special gift that will be missed terribly by everyone whose life she touched.
Karin was fiercely loyal to her family and always game for a good adventure, especially with her sisters. Whether Polar Plunging, skydiving, or traveling to beautiful tropical locations, she never said no to a chance to experience something new.
Even with all of Karin’s accomplishments, her true calling was being a grandma. Karin was a loving, doting, caring “Nana.” You were most likely to find Karin at a hockey rink, baseball diamond, or soccer field cheering on her grandkids. Braxton, Ella, and Rylee were the absolute loves of her life.
Karin passed away on September 27, 2018, surrounded by her family. She was 59 years young. Karin will be remembered with love by her daughter Danielle (Matt) Ziebarth; grandchildren Braxton, Ella, and Rylee Ziebarth; mother Audre Babb; brother David (Amanda) Babb; sisters Mary Koscielniak, Dina Denne (Tom Look), and Judy (Chris) Welker; 3 nieces, 3 nephews, two great-nieces, two great-nephews, and many cousins and friends. Karin was preceded in death by her father, Clyde Babb.
I am so sorry to read this. My heart goes out to all her family. Audre was a special friend to my mom.
Audre,
My great breaks for you and your family. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you.
With love,
Pat Christensen
I am sorry to hear of Karin’s passing. I worked with her at the state hospital. May God give you strength and comfort at this time.
Sue
Karin was a good person very kind and fun . worked with her at cambridge state Hospital good years, very sorry to hear of her passing . Much stength from God and much comfort to all her family.God bless you all. Debbie Mansfield
Prayers for the repose of her soul and peace and comfort to her family and friends. Her cousin
Oh so sorry to hear this, may you all find comfort in your memories as I will.
Such a loss for so many! Karen will forever be remembered as our bball grandma! She loved watching Braxton and all those boys, never missing an opportunity to support them (even if it meant yelling at the ump a little😉) Her kindness and love for her family is what I will always remember. Prayers to the Zeibarth/Babb family in the days and months ahead.
Karin, you will be missed so much! I can’t tell you how much you have taught me over the years we worked together at Guild. I love you and will miss you dearly! Have yourself a blast in heaven, girl! I’ll see you again!!!
As a valued member of the Guild family Karin leaves behind countless people whose lives she forever changed.
Karin’s kindness, energy and support of her clients and coworkers made a tremendous difference to them every day. Thank you for sharing her with us, she will be missed!
Please accept my sincere sympathy on the loss of Karen. I made her acquaintance when I joined the bluebird team. She was a very pleasant and friendly person and I enjoyed our discussions. I will miss her warm smile and her sharp wit. Please extend my sympathy to your entire family. – Karen Anderson
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Karin’s passing. I have memories of growing up together, neighborhood games after dark, softball games in the field by the church, being roommates after high school, working at the state hospital and so many more. My heart breaks for the family and you will all be in my prayers in the coming weeks and months.