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Born: September 9, 1939
Died: February 22, 2017
Karen McPherson
September 9, 1939 - February 22, 2017
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Karen L. McPherson, 77, of Dover, died Wednesday, February 22, 2017 in Community Hospice House at New Philadelphia following a period of declining health.
A daughter of the late Roland and Opal (Huff) Rice, Karen was born September 9, 1939 at Dover, Ohio.
Karen graduated from Dover High School in 1957 and was Met…
Karen L. McPherson, 77, of Dover, died Wednesday, February 22, 2017 in Community Hospice House at New Philadelphia following a period of declining health.
A daughter of the late Roland and Opal (Huff) Rice, Karen was born September 9, 1939 at Dover, Ohio.
Karen graduated from Dover High School in 1957 and was Methodist by faith.
She is survived by her children, Ellen (Richard) Hooker, Dr. Richard Roe and Raymond (Kathi) Roe all of Newcomerstown, Robert (Julie) Roe of Coshocton and Randall Roe of Cincinnati; two step-children, Charlie (Donna) McPherson of Florida and Debbie (John) Matthews of Texas; her grandchildren, Nicole (Bernie) Rusnak, Joshua Roe, Howard and Michael Bartholow and Anthony and Seth Roe; three great grandchildren, Cam Rusnak and Chase and Jocelyn Roe and many nieces.
Karen was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, Richard Roe; her second husband, Walter McPherson; a sister, Betty Rice and a brother, Roy Rice.
Visitation will be held on Monday, February 27, 2017 from 6 to 7 p.m. in the Linn-Hert-Geib Funeral Home & Crematory at New Philadelphia. A memorial service celebrating Karen’s life will follow at 7 p.m. in the funeral home.
Those wishing to do so may send the family a personal condolence and light a candle in remembrance of Karen by visiting the funeral home website, www.geibcares.com.
Contributions may be made in Karen’s memory to Community Hospice of Tuscarawas County, 716 Commercial Avenue SW, New Philadelphia, OH 44663.
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You're in our thoughts. Prayers. Hugs from Tom Milczarski & Bill Holder
Karen was mom to many band kids. She was a saving grace. Always there to love and support her band kids. She made such a positive impact on my life. I am forever grateful for her. Rest in peace mom.
To my dearest friend Karen you will be sadly missed go fly with the angels Sharon L Shaw
My Thoughts and Prayers are with the Family at this time. Fly free with the Angels Pain Free!
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Date: Monday, February 27, 2017
Time: 6:00 pm
End Time: 7:00 pm
Linn-Hert-Geib Funeral Home & Crematory
Address:
116 Second Street NE, NEW PHILADELPHIA, OH, 44663Service Information
Date: Monday, February 27, 2017
Time: 7:00 pm
Linn-Hert-Geib Funeral Home & Crematory
Address:
116 Second Street NE, NEW PHILADELPHIA, OH, 44663Donation Information
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On behalf of the Geib Family and Staff, we offer our most sincere sympathy for your loss. We are honored to have been called upon to serve your family.
You're in our thoughts. Prayers. Hugs from Tom Milczarski & Bill Holder
Karen was mom to many band kids. She was a saving grace. Always there to love and support her band kids. She made such a positive impact on my life. I am forever grateful for her. Rest in peace mom.
To my dearest friend Karen you will be sadly missed go fly with the angels Sharon L Shaw
My Thoughts and Prayers are with the Family at this time. Fly free with the Angels Pain Free!
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On behalf of the Geib Family and Staff, we offer our most sincere sympathy for your loss. We are honored to have been called upon to serve your family.