Karen Thompson Obituary - Death Notice and Service Information

DIED

June 26, 2022

LOCATION

Athens, Ohio

Athens Karen Sue Thompson, age 73, of Athens, died Sunday, June 26, 2022 at her home. Born June 22, 1949 in Hocking County, she was the daughter of the late Granville Thompson and Gyneth Craft Thompson.

A graduate of Athens High School, she attended Ohio University. She retired after 30 years of service from Alden Library on the Ohio University campus. She was an avid sports fan of Ohio University athletics and the Cleveland Indians.

Karen is survived by a brother, Jerry Thompson of Columbus; several nieces and nephews; several great nieces and great nephews; and several great-great nieces and great-great nephews.

Besides her parents, she is preceded in death by a daughter, Lori Webb; three sisters, Nancy Drake, Lorna Thompson and Aves Yates; and a special friend, Bob West. At her request, no funeral service will be observed. Burial will be in Greenlawn Cemetery, Nelsonville. Arrangements are with Jagers and Sons Funeral Home, Athens. Please share a memory, a note of condolence or sign the online register at www.jagersfuneralhome.com. Karen Thompson

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I was blessed to have been allowed to hang with Karen for 27 months. sounds like such a short time for Her to rank amongst the top 3 friends of my life.
The Karen I know may not be the one you do and that's alright because after reading the comments, I recognize her in all of them.
Karen NEVER failed to make me laugh. she had to be the most generous, caring individual who loved her friends, family, her country, O.U. Bobcats, and HER HIGHERPOWER. Karen was wonderfully...

Rhonda Mccomas

September 03, 2022 | Athens, OH | Friend

I am privileged to have known Karen and her mother Gyneth through our both working at Alden Library for many years. Though we worked in different areas Karen was good friend, always thoughtful, reliable, and helpful if anything came up. The world has gained from her living on it but has lost a bit of kindness and good humor. Rest in Piece Karen.

Theodore Foster

July 09, 2022 | Marietta, OH | Coworker

I worked with Karen for many years at Alden Library- she was one of my favorite people to work along side, and I considered her a good friend. Always so thoughtful, kind and had a great sense of humor. Never forgot birthdays, and was always thinking of others. She will be greatly missed.

Sandy & Gary Seeley

July 06, 2022 | Gahanna, OH | Friend

I knew Karen as a very hard working, and helpful person. So kind to elderly co-workers, and so supportive of her longtime partner during his long decline.
I am very sorry to know she is gone.

Judith Daso

July 02, 2022 | Athens, OH | Coworker

Karen was one of the kindest, gentlest people I've ever known. I worked with her many years at Alden Library, prior to her retirement. A true helper, friend, encourager and thoughtful, loving person. The world is a little colder with her gone. My sincerest condolences.

Kim Brooks

July 01, 2022 | New Marshfield, OH | Coworker

Karen was a thoughtful person and never missed my birthday. We spent many of our work breaks walking and talking. Miss those times and Karen.

Nancy Haddox

July 01, 2022 | Langsville, OH | Coworker

Karen was so very thoughtful always willing to do for others. She will be missed.

Teresa Brown

June 30, 2022 | Middleport, OH | Coworker

Karen was one of the kindest people I have ever met. I enjoyed working with her at Alden Library and will miss her dearly.

George Cheripko

June 30, 2022 | Guysville, OH | Coworker

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