Mrs. Karen Ann Wacha, age 85 of Keystone Heights passed away at her home Tuesday, July 29, 2025. She was born April 25, 1940, in Bayonne, New Jersey to William and Virginia (Berlicki) Wagner. Mrs. Wacha was an active and long-time member of Trinity Episcopal Church in Melrose.

She enjoyed traveling, gardening, flowers, and spending time with her family and friends. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her brothers Gregory Wagner and Collin Wagner. Left behind to cherish her memory is her loving and devoted husband of 60 years Kenny Wacha and their sons Darren Wacha, Craig Wacha, Todd Wacha, Ryan Wacha (Susan), Rickey Wacha (Lawren), Jason Wacha (Lisa), Randy Wacha (Rachael) along with sisters Pamela Ferris (Bruce), and Yvonne Ludwig (Jim Roeder).

She was lovingly called "Grandma" and "Gigi" by her fourteen grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Also left behind is her precious puppy Apple. A Celebration of Life will be held at Trinity Episcopal on August 16th at 11:00 am. Arrangements are by JONES-GALLAGHER FUNERAL HOME, 340 East Walker Dr. Keystone Heights, FL 32656. (352) 473-3176.www.jonesgallagherfh.com