Kara Lynn Rowe

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kara Lynn Rowe, who left this world far too soon at the age of 29 on September 15, 2025, in Sallisaw, Oklahoma. Born on January 31, 1996, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Kristi Lea (Reep) Owens and Shawn Glynn Rowe, Kara's life was a beautiful tapestry woven with love, laughter, and unyielding compassion.

Kara was dedicated to her role as a home health CNA, where her kind-hearted nature shone brightly. She poured her heart into caring for others, effortlessly balancing her professional life with her most treasured role as a mother. Her son, Jaxen Johnson, was the light of her life and she took immense joy in attending his football games.

In addition to her cherished family moments, Kara found happiness in simple pleasures—whether it was painting, attending concerts, or embracing the tranquility of nature alongside her beloved son, nephew, and nieces. She had a natural ability to bring people together and was known for her warm spirit and unwavering love for those around her.

Survivors are her son, Jaxen Johnson of Sallisaw, OK; father, Shawn Rowe and Sarah of Sallisaw, OK; two sisters, Kendra Rowe of Sallisaw, OK and Addison Rowe of Sallisaw, OK; grandparents, Merel and Linda Rowe of Sallisaw, OK; cousin, Trinton Mills of Breckenridge, CO; two nieces, Kennady and Kyrie Pettit; one nephew, Jenson Smith; and numerous other nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Kristi Owens; her brother, Andrew Elledge; her grandparents, Donna Reep and Billy Wayne Taylor; and her cousin, Cheri Reep.

A funeral service to honor Kara's life will be held at 10:00 AM on Monday, September 29, 2025, at Agent Mallory Martin Chapel in Sallisaw, Oklahoma, with burial to follow at Akins Cemetery. Friends and family are invited to join in celebrating her life during the viewing from 2 PM to 8 PM on Sunday at the funeral home, where the family will be present from 4 PM to 6 PM.

Active Pallbearers will be Michael Rowe, Mark Rowe, Jacob Rowe, Trinton Mills, Tyler Smith, Dakota Sanders, and Dalyn Alexander.

As we remember Kara Lynn Rowe, let us cherish the love she so freely gave and keep her spirit alive in our hearts. She will be deeply missed by all fortunate enough to have known her.