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Karen Ilstrup Obituary
Karen L. Ilstrup, age 78, of Toledo, passed away April 24, 2019, in her home. Karen was born March 12, 1941, in Monroe to Thomas and Ruby (Brooks) Pyle. She served honorably in the US Navy from 1959 until 1962. She was employed with General Motors for more than 25 years. Karen was a member of UAW Local 14 and Bedford Senior Center. She loved traveling in her retirement.
In addition to her parents, Karen was preceded in death by a sister, Gwen and brother, Dick. She is survived by her son, Thomas G. (Susan) Ilstrup and sister, Marilyn J. (Henry) Williams, four grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
The family will receive guests on Sunday, April 28, 2019, from 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm at Newcomer - Northwest Chapel, 4150 W. Laskey Rd. (419-473-0300). Funeral Services will be held Monday at 10:00 am. at the funeral home, followed by burial at Roselawn Memorial Park, LaSalle MI.
Memorial contributions may be made to Wounded Warriors in Karen's memory.
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Memories and Condolences
for Karen Ilstrup
Sponsored by Newcomer Funeral Home - Northwest Toledo Chapel.
6 Entries
Ann Haugh
April 28, 2019
Tom - I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers during this difficult time.
April 27, 2019
I always looked up to Karen as I was growing up and will keep those memories close in my heart always! I'm so sorry for your loss!
Sharon (& Phil) Riek,
Palm Harbor, Florida
Rick Altman
April 27, 2019
When someone we love becomes a memory, that memory becomes a treasure. Therefore, treasure the special times spent with your loved one-draw strength from the love of family and friends-and may God's word and his loyal love comfort you and help you through this difficult time. Psalms 119:50,76
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Apr
28
Visitation
2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Newcomer Funeral Home - Northwest Toledo Chapel4150 West Laskey Road, Toledo, OH 43623
Apr
29
Funeral service
10:00 a.m.
Newcomer Funeral Home - Northwest Toledo Chapel4150 West Laskey Road, Toledo, OH 43623
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