Emelyn “Emmie” Karson, nee Brodsky, beloved wife of the late William G. Karson; loving mother of Beth (Howard Mensch) Karson, Suzanne (David) Lipsey and the late Brett D. (Mindy) Karson; adored grandma of Barrie (David) Arth, Steven Westreich, Zak (Chelsea) Lipsey, Mariah Karson, Erin (Andrew) Kuby, Kristy (Geoff) Sulkowski, Samantha (fiancé Jesse Allen) Karson and Dakota Karson; proud great grandmother of Evan, Allison, Sullivan, Alice, A.J. and Jayden; cherished sister of Herb (Enid) Brodsky and the late Edwin Henikoff. Memorial service Wednesday, 1:00 p.m. at North Shore Congregation Israel, 1185 Sheridan Rd., Glencoe. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the charity of your choice. Info: The Goldman Funeral Group, www.goldmanfuneralgroup.com (847) 478-1600.