Karen Easterwood

WESTON -- Karen Anita Easterwood, 79, formerly of Weston, passed away early Saturday, November 22, 2025, in Wadsworth, Ohio. She was born on May 26, 1946 in Salem, Oregon, to the late Paul and Marjorie Whitlatch. She married her husband, Robert L. Easterwood, Jr., on January 20, 1975, and he preceded her in death 2007.

Anita is survived by her daughter, Dawn (James) Madl of Wadsworth, Ohio; three sons: William (Jeannie) McClennen III of Georgia, Shannon (Marlene) McClennen of Laport, Texas and Ricky (Sarah) Easterwood of Weston, Ohio; brother, Mike (Jeannie) Whitlach, of Alaska; 10 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Anita enjoyed playing rummy, loved dolphins, crossword puzzles, and coloring. She worked at Bob Evans in Bowling Green for many years. Anita enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She traveled to as many of her grandchildren's games and events as possible, and was the life of the party, always making people laugh.

In accordance with her wishes, no public services will be held. Burial will occur at Wood County Memory Gardens. Donations in Anita's memory may be shared with Traditions Health Hospice, traditionshealth.com. Deck-Hanneman Funeral Home, Bowling Green, has been graciously entrusted with her care. Online condolences and memories may be shared with her family and friends at hannemanfuneralhomes.com.