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Karen Duncan Obituary
Karen L Duncan, 60, of Northwood, OH died July 4, 2024 at her residence. She was born in Middlesboro, Kentucky to George Partin and Norma Jean (Jones) Popp. She married Don Duncan on October 15, 1983 in Toledo, OH.
She's survived by her husband Don; children, Josh (Kim) Duncan, and Lauren Duncan. Grandson, Jackson Duncan. Siblings, Keith Partin and Paul (Britani) Partin. In-laws, Stanley (Rhonda) Duncan, Debbie Duncan, Ronnie (Sara) Duncan, Joey (Shelly) Duncan, and Sharon (Tony) Mangum. She had many nieces, nephews, and cousins as well. She was preceded in death by daughter, Sarah Duncan; father, George "Pebo" Partin; mother, Jaen Popp, stepfather, Alvin Popp; in-laws, Joan and Cathy Duncan.
She was employed by Toledo Public Schools as an Executive Administrative Assistant and other positions for 40 years. She was an active member of Athens Missionary Baptist Church and spent several years as a Sunday School Teacher.
She enjoyed traveling with her family, including many Disney trips and loved going to country concerts with her best friend, Connie Schwiefert.
Friends will be received at Athens Missionary Baptist Church 101 West Breckman St., Walbridge, OH 43465 on Sunday July 7 from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. and on Monday July 8 from 2:00 until 8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held in the church at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday July 9, 2024 with Pastor David McGregor officiating. Interment will follow at Lake Township Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Athens Missionary Baptist Church. Arrangements by Thos I. Wisniewski Funeral Home, Toledo Ohio, Mick Merz, Director.
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Todd Snyder
July 12, 2024
Don, many years have past, I'm so sorry for your loss, my most sincere condolences. Todd Snyder
CandaceShugar
July 10, 2024
Karen was always a calm voice on the phone when TPS school librarians called with a problem. I never heard her upset or say an unkind word about anyone or anything. Her kindness and helpfulness will always be remembered.
Leo R. Schnapp
July 9, 2024
Karen worked at the Toledo Public Schools Pearson Maintenance Center. I knew her there when I was in the Heating Shop. She was a great lady who always had a smile and a kind word. She will be greatly missed. I will keep her family in my prayers.
Ellen Williams Barnhizer
July 9, 2024
You made us all better people.
Jim Hurst
July 7, 2024
Sweet Karen, God's special one - in my opinion. She was always kind and smiling every time I saw her, so gentle, and helpful to SOOO many. A leader for the children in church and in life. I know her mother was so proud of her as was the rest of her family. She was one of the first to come welcome our newborn daughter Crystal when we brought her home, and she was very young. Bright eyes, big smile, flowing blond hair. I believe she was always God's special one. I will miss her, too, along with everyone in her life, but I know in my heart, I'll see her again... we'll see her again. Rest is sweet peace, Karen. Your earthly pain is done, and our loving memories will keep us until then. God bless Don and their children, brothers and all her blood family. Thank you, Karen, for making my life so much better just knowing you.
Kelly Newell, Robon.
July 7, 2024
So very sorry for your great loss Don. Condolences to your family!
Terry and Doris Smith
July 7, 2024
Our deepest sympathies and condolences to Donnie and his family and all of the Athens Missionary Baptist Church. Karen was always a welcoming person at the church. She was also a very fun person to be around. Karen was always an example of person wanting to lead someone to the Lord. I know she will be deeply missed by all that know her
Terry and Doris Smith
Nina
July 7, 2024
She was always so helpful and kind!
Nina
Ann Black
July 7, 2024
Karen was the Library Media secretary for many years. She was always so joyful , kind and efficient. She loved her family and her faith. My deepest sympathies to her family and friends
Lois Jablonski
July 6, 2024
My condolences go out to The Duncan family regarding Karen. She truly was an angel on this Earth to all who crossed her path. Karen was always such a pleasant person, in a good mood and always had a smile on her face. Those of us who have worked with her or who have known her are all better off as she left a beautiful imprint on all of our hearts. My thoughts and prayers are with the family for peace. Fly high angel.
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