Karen B. Murdock
February 5, 1942 ~ May 6, 2023
Karen B. Murdock, 81, of Columbus, Indiana passed away Saturday evening May 6, 2023, at Otterbein Senior Life Community. She was born February 5, 1942, in Columbus, Ohio, the daughter of George and Arlene (Goff) Roberts. She married Charles “Chuck” Murdock on August 24, 1963, and he survives.
Karen was a long-time member of the First Christian Church of Columbus, Indiana. She graduated from Upper Arlington High School and attended Ohio State University. She was previously employed at Sears. Karen was an active volunteer with several organizations including Clarity Pregnancy Center, BCSC Book Buddies, and was a Guardian Ad Litem in Brown County.
Funeral services will be held at the First Christian Church 531 Fifth Street Columbus, Indiana on Friday, May 19, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. with Rick Herman officiating. Following the service, she will be laid to rest in the Flat Rock Baptist Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 18 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Jewell-Rittman Family Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association through the funeral home.
Karen is survived by her husband, Chuck; daughters, Kristine J. (Abdel) Bouaichi, Kimberly L. (Richard) Allen, and Diane Broome; son, Andrew C. (Kathy) Murdock; brother, J. Thomas Roberts; sister, Kathy Fellows; 10 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Karen was preceded in death by her parents; brother Rob Roberts and sister, Konny Marlowe.
You are invited to view her video tribute, light a virtual candle of remembrance, and send a message of condolence to the Murdock family via the funeral home website: www.jewellrittman.com.
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Karen is deeply missed. She was a friend, fellow church member and helper whenever needed. Our deepest condolences and love go out to Chuck and their family.
I will remember her beautiful smile, caring personality and wonderful stories of her trips.
Prayers and love,
Marilyn and Gary Kandel
Karen worked at the First Christian Church Welcome Desk for many years, greeting visitors & handing out gift bags to first time visitors. She always had a smile on her face!
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Sorry to hear of Karen’s passing. We were close as cousins growing up. Was fortunate enough to reconnect at lunch a few years back meeting Chuck and her
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