Karen A. Lender

Karen A. Lender, age 76, of Toledo, Ohio, passed away and went to be with her Lord on June 21, 2023, in the comfort of her home surrounded by her loving family. Karen was born on October 9, 1946, in Fremont, Ohio, to the late Thomas and Roberta (Alderson) Jordan.

She graduated from Lakota High School and worked 33 years at Mercy Health Partners. A woman of faith, she was an active member of Calvary Bible Chapel for over 40 years. Karen enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, vacationing, and yard work.

Those left to forever cherish her memory are her loving husband of 58 years, Duane R. Lender Sr., whom she married on June 12, 1965; children, Duane Jr. (Traci), Chris (Jenny), and Lori (Todd); grandchildren, Kyle (Katy), Kali (Devin), Gabriella (AJ), Tyler (Jaide), Payton, Nathaniel and Nicholas; great grandchildren, Adelaide, Holland, Gabriel, Gideon, Sawyer, and Oliver; sisters, Nancy, Judy, and Jackie; and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Karen was preceded in death by her brothers, Tom, Robert, Richard; and sisters, Patricia, Mary, Jo, and Marilyn.

Karen's family would like to thank Hospice of Northwest Ohio for their care, support, and compassion that they provided.

Family and friends may visit at Newcomer Funeral Home, 4150 West Laskey Road, Toledo, Ohio 43623, on Friday, June 23, 2023, from 2:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Visitation will continue on Saturday, June 24, 2023, at Calvary Bible Chapel, 3740 West Alexis Road, Toledo, Ohio 43623, from 9:00 am until the time of
Karen's funeral at 10:00 am, with Pastor Tommy Youngquist officiating. Karen will be laid to rest at Ottawa Hills Memorial Park.

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