Karen L. Wampler, 81, of Frontier, Michigan passed away at Ascension Borgess Hospital on November 15, 2021, from COVID-19.
Karen was born to Donald and Onalee (Entrikin) Douglass at home in Waldron, Michigan on September 16, 1940. She married Marvin E. Wampler on July 28, 1957 and he survives.
During her working career, she worked at La Choy in Archbold, Ohio; Montgomery Ward in Hillsdale, Michigan; and retired after many years of service from Monarch Community Bank.
Karen is survived by her husband, Marvin Wampler; three children, Robin (Tom) Detmer of Napoleon, Ohio, Kevin (Renee) Wampler of Virginia Beach, Virginia, and Kristin (Greg) Huff of Palmerston North, New Zealand; six grandchildren; six great grandchildren; one sister, Sharol (Clifford) Mann of Waldron, Michigan; and one brother, Roger (Gary) Douglass of Toledo, Ohio; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in passing by her parents; and one brother, Robert Douglass.
In the interest of public health, the family has decided to hold private family services at this time. Interment will take place at the Evergreen Cemetery in Ransom Township. A memorial service to honor Karen’s life will be held at a future date and open to the public.
To watch a webcast of the funeral service please visit this link https://webcasts.lifetributes.com/1175592 after November 22, 2021.
In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make memorial contributions to Cambria Baptist Church (2772 Lilac Road, Hillsdale, MI 49242).
Please visit www.hamptonfuneralhomes.com to sign the guestbook and/or send a condolence to the family.
