Karen Lee Basye (Kovars, Sippola), age 83 of Highland, peacefully passed away surrounded by the immeasurable love of her family on January 18, 2026.  A Celebration of Life will be held at the Highland Historical Society, 526 Isabel Street, Highland, WI, on Saturday, February 14, 2026, beginning at 10:30 am until 2:00 pm, with a Time of Sharing beginning at 11:30 am. The McGuire-Peterson-Houck Funeral Home, Highland is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.houckfuneralhomes.com.

Complete obituary in the Feb. 12th issue of the Muscoda Progressive.