Karen S. Koshko, 71, of Bethlehem, died February 15, 2024, at her residence. Born in Bethlehem, she was a daughter of the late Harold R. and Elsie Matilda (Beatty) Paulus.

She was a supervisor in a garment factory for many years before retiring.

She is survived by a brother, Barry Paulus; a granddaughter, Destiny Gerhard; an aunt, Lucy Morris; an uncle, William Beatty; two nieces, Cynthia Christmann and Jennifer Paulus; two great-nieces, Emma Christmann and Abby Christmann; and three cousins, Shirley Guth, Larry Paulus, and Pam Sanderson.

She was predeceased by a son, Allen L. Gerhard.

Contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

Arrangements were made by Cantelmi Funeral Home Inc., Bethlehem.