Natalie Zettel, Kris Jenner’s niece, said in a statement that her mother Karen Houghton died at the age of 65.

As a part-time nurse and writer, Karen tried to stay out of the public eye until she died in San Marcos, California.

Natalie’s mother died when she was only 26 years old. She was the same age as Kylie Jenner, her famous first cousin.

Natalie shared several old photos of her mother on Instagram on Tuesday, along with a sad message for Karen.

The pictures are of her mother from many years ago, and she looks a lot like her sister Kris.

Natalie showed some pictures of their mother, Mary Jo “MJ” Campbell, while she was talking.

The first thing she wrote on Instagram was, “Dear Mommy,

“Honestly, I can’t believe you’re gone.” This doesn’t seem real at all. I keep wishing I could hug, kiss, or hear your voice one more time.

Karina was her “best friend,” “everything,” and “the best mother a daughter could ever ask for,” she said.

Natasha said, “You were the nicest, sweetest, most loving, generous, and caring person I have ever met.” You had a huge heart.

“And I don’t know how to go on without you.”

She said, “Everything happened so fast, and I wasn’t ready for you to leave.”

It was decided to send an angel to heaven. I love you, Mommy, and I’ll miss you always.”

A picture of Natalie as a baby on her mother’s chest in a silver frame that says “Miracle of Life” was also in the post.

There was also a cute picture of Karen when she was much younger, standing with an older man. She was wearing a pink striped shirt and a white tennis skirt.

She was also photographed with a black-and-white fluffy dog that never seemed to leave her arms.

Natalie also posted a cute picture of herself and Karen dressed up for Halloween. Karen was dressed as a witch.

Had to go too soon
At this point, no one knows how Karen died, but TMZ reports that officials think she died of natural causes.

Kris posted a tribute to her sister on Instagram and included some pictures of Karen and her.

In her letter, she said, “It is with heavy hearts and deepest sadness that I share the news that my sister Karen died suddenly yesterday.”

“My mom MJ and my niece Natalie hurt my heart, and I pray that God helps us all get through this hard time.”

Karen looked beautiful on the outside and the inside.

“She was the sweetest, kindest, the most sensitive and vulnerable and so so funny.”

Kardashian went on to say how thankful she was for Natalie and her sister.

To remind everyone how “short and precious” life is, Kris used the chance.