Karen Sue Mileski, age 76, of Clayton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 6, 2026, in Dayton.
Born on July 17, 1949, in Dayton, Karen graduated from Wilbur Wright High School and later retired from Kmart. She found great joy in her family, capturing memories through photography and took great pride in maintaining her yard with care and attention.
Karen is survived by her husband of 52 years, Larry Mileski; her son, Rodney Mileski and his wife Shannon; and her grandchildren, Tenley (Brody), Trenton, and Olivia. She is also survived by her sister, Darlene Dyer and her husband Don; along with numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lelia and Robert Richardson, and her sister, Kathy Richardson.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at Woodland Hills Baptist Church, 6020 Foster Ave., Dayton, OH 45414. The family will receive friends at the church beginning at 12:00 p.m. until the time of the service. Rev. Randy Chestnut will officiate.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Karen's honor to Day City Hospice (https://daycityhospice.com/donate/)
Karen's memory will be cherished by all who knew her.