1967
2011
Karen Kay Ash, 43, of Perrysburg, OH died Sunday, August 28, 2011 in Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Perrysburg. She was born in Tiffin, Oh on October 27, 1967 to Kenneth and Laura (Griffin) Brown. She graduated from Tiffin Columbian High School in 1986 and continued her education at Heidelberg College where in 1990 received her degree in elementary education. Karen married her high school sweetheart, Mark Ash, in Bloomville, OH on August 12, 1989. For the past 20 years Karen has taught at Frank Elementary School in Perrysburg.
Karen is survived by her husband, Mark; son, Brandon and daughter, Emily; parents, Ken and Laura Brown of Bloomville, OH, brothers, Ron (Stephanie) Brown of Upper Sandusky, Jeff (Marjorie) Brown of Castle Rock, CO, Jim (Jennifer) Brown of Upper Sandusky, OH, and Kenny Brown of Tiffin, Oh; sisters, Marjorie (Craig) Allarding of Rockledge, Fl and Kim (Rick) Long of Bloomville, OH; many nieces and nephews.
Friends will be received from 2 – 8 P.M. on Thursday, September 1, 2011 in the Witzler-Shank Funeral Home, 222 E.S. Boundary St., Perrysburg, OH (419-874-3133). Funeral services will be held at 11 A.M., on Friday, September 2, 2011, in Grace United Methodist Church, 601 East Boundary St. in Perrysburg. Burial will be in Fort Meigs Cemetery. Memorials may be made in the form of contributions to Hospice of Northwest Ohio 30000 E. River Rd., Perrysburg, OH 43551 or to the Toledo Hospital Foundation (Oncology), 2042 N. Cove Blvd., Toledo, OH 43606. Condolences to the family may be made by visiting www.witzlershankfuneralhome.com.
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September 8, 2011
Stephanie Hennigan
I worked at Frank as a para and Karen was always so nice and helpful to me. She was great with her students and I know they loved her. I never thought she would lose this battle as she was always couragous and had such a wonderful positve attitude every day. To go through this disease and come in everyday to teach her students with a smile on her face and a great sense of humor was a great inspiration to all who knew her. She will be greatly missed.
September 3, 2011
Tori Stevenson
I am so sorry for your family's loss. I had Mrs. Ash for a third grade teacher years ago. She was an amazing and caring person who really made an impact on her students, and I will never forget all of the times I saw her smiling face as I passed her in the hallways at Frank. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
September 3, 2011
Mike Nye
No words can express how bad I feel for Mark and his family. Mark and Karen went to the same high school.
September 2, 2011
Brandon Scarborough
I had Mrs. Ash in fourth grade at Frank. She was the best teacher ever. She would always tell me to stop making stuff from mechanical pencils, but ended up creating an award for making them at the end of the year. I am sorry for your loss. She will be very missed.
September 2, 2011
Scott Parnell
Mark, Brandon and Emily,
I still have a clear memory of when Brandon started studying guitar with me. Karen and Emily would usually sit in the room while we had the lesson. Brandon's feet barely touched the floor and Emily would sit on the floor playing with toys. That memory seems like only yesterday. Karen was always at all the lessons and concerts. It was obvious she was there for her kids. It was obvious she was a great mom. Deepest sympathy for your family.
September 2, 2011
The McConnells
Mark, Brandon, and Emily--we are so sad to hear about Karen. She was a good neighbor and we always love the beautiful flowers she worked so hard on every year. I know her memory will give you strength in the days ahead.
September 1, 2011
Marie Saner
Our deepest sympathy goes out to your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. The Saner family
September 1, 2011
Jim Steinmetz
Mark and family:
Please accept my prayers and thoughts during this time of loss.
August 31, 2011
Tammy & Greg Geers
Mark, Brandon & Emily,
I just found out and my heart is breaking for you all. Karen was one special mom/wife and friend that will always be missed. I pray that the Lord will comfort you in your time of sorrow.
August 31, 2011
Elaine Anctil
We are so sorry for you loss. Karen was a great teacher. 2 of my children had her, my son for 2 years in a row. She will be missed. She was also my co-worker while i was at Frank. May God help you get through this difficult time. With Deepest Sympathy, Al, Elaine, Kristina, Nicole & Brian Anctil
August 31, 2011
Lexi Moyer
I never really met Mrs.Ash, but I knew she was a sweetheart. I'm good friends with her daughter. Emily. She will be missed.</3
August 31, 2011
Tammy Wertz
Deepest sympathy to Mark, Brandon, Emily, and the Brown family. It was a sad moment to hear of her passing. Karen was an amazing person, haveing fond memories of her from school. She will sadly be missed .
August 31, 2011
Kristian Anctil
Ms. Ash was my 4th grade teacher!! She's one that I will never forget, because she was great at what she did!!! She will be truely missed!!
- Kristina Anctil
August 30, 2011
Donnie Rhoad
I can not begin put into words how utterly sad the news of Karen's passing has made me. She was one of my best and cherished friends from K thru 12th grade and beyond. Always a true friend to be sure, she always to told it to me straight. Although I lost touch with her the last several years, I've thought of her often and will miss her greatly. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
August 30, 2011
Hertzfeld Family
All three of our children had Mrs. Ash — she was an amazing teacher and a constant ray of sunshine at Frank School, even during difficult times for her. She was loved by many and she will be truly missed. She touched the lives of so many, and so many are better people because of her. Our hearts and prayers are with her family.
August 30, 2011
Wendy Teaman
I was truly blessed to have worked with Karen during my wonderful years at Frank Elementary. She was always so patient and had a devoted love to teaching science. Karen would smile from ear to ear while talking about her own children. I will keep Brandon, Emily, and Mark in my thoughts and prayers.
August 30, 2011
I'm friends with her daughter Emily; Mrs. Ash was so fun when I was over. She was such a wonderful mom and teacher, I've never met and probably will never meet anyone like her. Rest In Peace, Mrs. Ash, we all love you and miss you! </3 Our prayers go out to her family!
August 30, 2011
Anita (Zellner) Zoeller
I am truly saddened by Karen's death. She was a wonderful friend to me while growing up in Bloomville. Karen was always so kind and considerate to everyone. I have many fond memories of her and the times we shared.
My deepest condolences to you Mark and your children, Mr. & Mrs. Brown, & Karen’s brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews.
May she rest in peace.
August 30, 2011
Mark, Brandon and Emily,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. When we moved to Perrysburg Brandon was Christopher's first friend and Mrs Ash made him feel so welcomed. She was a wonderful woman and will be greatly missed by many.
The Maynard Family
August 30, 2011
My daughter had Mrs. Ash as her fourth grade teacher.She always says that Mrs. Ash was her favorite teacher.I know she will be missed by so many individuals because she has touched the lives of so many children.Our prayers are with you all.
The Woods Family
August 30, 2011
Our hearts go out to the Ash family. Our boys so enjoyed having Karen as their 4th grade teacher. As a substitue, I always enjoyed visiting her room. She has touched many lives and we will continue to remember her in our memories. God bless the Ash family in their time of sorrow. The Beard Family
August 30, 2011
Tracy Ulrich
Both of my children had Mrs. Ash and she was one of their favorites. She was always smiling and very patient with the children. I remember her sharing stories of her own children with me, She was a great person and she will be missed. My prayers are with her family.
Tracy Ulrich
August 30, 2011
Mark, Brandon and Emily - We have so many fond memories of Karen and how much life she brought to so many activities. You will always honor her in the way you live your life as she is so much a part of every person she touched. She will be missed by many, including the Dorner family.
August 30, 2011
My girls had Mrs. Ash as their 4th grade teacher. She truely was a once in a lifetime teacher. My daughters to this day always name her as their favorite teacher. Thank you for sharing your lovely wife and mom with so many children. Her life has blessed many. We are keeping you in our prayers.
August 30, 2011
Serina Harrington
She was a good teacher and mom. I miss her and I know you do too.
August 30, 2011
James Beach
May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead.
August 30, 2011
Mark, Brandon and Emily-
We are so sorry to hear of Karen's passing. She was such a ray of sunshine. Her positive nature left a lasting impact on my girls as their fourth grade teacher. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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