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Karen Berry Obituary
Dec 4, 1941 - Feb 9, 2025
Norwalk
Karen Lee (Shelley) Berry, 83, of Norwalk, passed away peacefully Sunday, February 9, 2025. She was born December 4, 1941, in Norwalk to the late Max J. and Alma (Courtad) Shelley. She was a graduate of Norwalk St. Paul High School.
Karen was a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and dear friend to many. She was an avid reader and enjoyed gardening and perfecting her flower beds every weekend. She built an impressive collection of Precious Moments and found joy in creating elaborate seasonal displays. Karen was a dedicated fan of The Ohio State Buckeyes and NASCAR. She was beloved by all for her famous Mandarin Orange Jello. She enjoyed BINGO with her friends, lunching with fellow school retirees and Sunday meals with family.
Karen dedicated 33 years to Norwalk City School System as a secretary. She touched the lives of thousands of students at Bronson and League Street Elementary Schools before retiring in 2007. She was president of the NCS Classified Employees Union for many years. She established the Duane Berry Track/CC Memorial Fund, benefitting many NHS athletic teams. She also served as a Bronson Township Fiscal Officer. Karen was a devout member of the Norwalk United Methodist Church congregation.
Karen is survived by her husband of 63 years, Dave Berry; their youngest son, Robert (Karen) Berry; grandchildren, Duane (TaShawna), Clint (Brooke), Gregg, and Nicholas "Cole"; siblings, Dale (Linda) Shelley, Janet (Walter) Valentine, and Roger "Butch" (Bonnie) Shelley; 4 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Karen was preceded in death by her two eldest sons Gregg and Duane, her parents Max and Alma, and in-laws Donald and Carmen (Wiseman) Berry.
Visitation for Karen will be from 4-7 p.m. Friday, February 21, 2025, at Walker-Eastman-Heydinger Funeral Home, 98 W. Main St., Norwalk. Friends and family are also invited to attend the visitation at Norwalk United Methodist Church, 60 W. Main St., Norwalk, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Saturday, February 22, 2025, the funeral service will follow at 10:30 a.m.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Norwalk United Methodist Church or Norwalk Lions Club, PO Box 92, Norwalk, OH 44857.
Online expressions of sympathy may be made by visiting: www.walkereastmanheydingerfh.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Jim & Marie Fresch
February 20, 2025
Dear Dave & family, We were so sorry to hear of Karen's death. She was always such a sweet, caring woman. She will be greatly missed. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Larry J. Hanneman
February 19, 2025
To Butch and Bonnie Shelley my sincere condolences and prayers.
Clara Bertram
February 18, 2025
Karen was a classmate of my late husband Randy Bertram. I knew Karen from early in my childhood playing at McGuan Park where my dad, Poke Finch played softball. She was always a sweet and kind friend to both Randy and me. May she rest in peace in the loving arms of our Lord and Savior.
Reed Wheeler
February 17, 2025
I'm so sorry to hear of Karen's passing, but I know she's in the arms of the Lord. She was Den-mother of our Weeblos/CubScouts Troop #218 in Norwalk. She was awesome. My condolences to her family and friends. May God uphold, sustain, and comfort you, and Bless you with a Peace that passes all understanding.
Audrey Rose
February 15, 2025
Dear Bob, Karen, and Family,
May God surround you with his love and hope as you grieve the loss of your mom. Trust that you will see her again! Treasure your memories of time spent with your mom.
Connie Montgomery
February 12, 2025
So sorry for the loss of Karen! We would talk each and every Sunday at church! When the Lord calls our loved ones home, he leaves a gift of memories in exchange. Hold on to your memories and let them guide you during this time of sadness. Prayers!
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