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Karen Ables Obituary
2018
Karen K. Ables, 59, Thursday, January 25, peacefully at The James. Preceded in death by father George Ables. She is survived by husband of 33 years, Jim Iden; daughter, Samantha (Adam) Markins; mother, Lucille Ables; and two brothers, David (Paula) and Larry (Kelly) Ables. Funeral Service Monday, January 29 at 11 AM at Grace Lutheran Church, 8950 Refugee Road, Pickerington, OH 43147, where friends may call Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 PM. Pastor Robert Heinlein officiating. Arrangements are entrusted to Day Funeral Service. Online condolences may be expressed at www.DayFuneralService.com
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Clare Panera Bread
January 29, 2018
I worked with Karen at Panera. She is a wonderful person and it was a blessing to work with her. I pray that God comforts your family as only He can during this time <3
January 29, 2018
Dear Ables family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Please accept our heartfelt condolences. As you take each day one step at a time and hold on to the loving memories of your loved one, may God grant you strength to see each day through (2 Corinthians 4:7).--ERJ
Anthony Sestito
January 28, 2018
My condolences to Karen's family. May God grant you peace and comfort during these difficult days. I remember Karen from high school where she always had a smile on her face and a laugh in heart. She was a kind and gentile soul and a great classmate.
Earth is a little poorer and Heaven is a little richer. God speed Karen and here is to seeing you in Heaven.
God bless.
January 28, 2018
To Karen's Family, my prayer of God's comfort and peace during these difficult days. I remember Karen from high school where she always seem to have a smile on her face and a laugh in her heart. She was a gentile and kind soul and great classmate.
The Earth is a little poorer and Heaven is a little richer.
God speed Karen, here is to seeing you In Heaven.
Anthony Sestito
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Denise & Jeff Borries & ( Malcovsky's)
January 28, 2018
It is with heavy heart that our family shares your departed loss of your sweet Karen. Please know, though we are not able to be there in present. We are with you in our hearts, thoughts, and spirit. We hope you find all your comforts in the arms and love of our devine heavenly father. As she comes home to recieve her wings. She will forever be in your presence in many aspects of your life and hearts. We pray for all his comforts and peace to surround you today, tomorrow, and in all the difficult days ahead. Our love, prayer, and condolences, The Borries. Denise, Jeff, and all of our children.
Kym Pickett
January 28, 2018
My deepest sympathy.
January 28, 2018
Condolences to the family and may the love God has for you help ease the pain. John 3:16
Megan Matthews
January 27, 2018
My condolences to the family. May you find comfort in the "God of all comfort."- 2 Corthinthians 1:3,4
Shantell
January 27, 2018
I'm sorry for your loss may Gods love for you comfort you during this difficult time..John 3:16
LF
January 27, 2018
To the family of Karen Ables, so sorry for your loss. May God's promise found in John 6:40, of the hope to see our loved ones again, comfort your heart and give you peace, strength, and hope in the days ahead.
January 27, 2018
My deepest sympathies. May the "God of all comfort," help to ease the pain of your grief during this time.(1 Cor 1:3,4,,,
HW
January 26, 2018
Please accept my condolences for your loss of Karen. As time goes by remember her and the times that was spent with her and may that make you joyful. Romans 15:13
Mary Jo Factor
January 26, 2018
So sorry for your loss!
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Karen was such a kind soul. May she rest
in peace. God Bless.
Mary Jo
Alice
January 25, 2018
To the family of Ms. Karen, so sorry to read of your loss. Please accept my sincere condolences. Our loving Heavenly Father knows the sorrow you feel so offers comfort at John 11:24-27
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