Karen Hoffman Ogden, 64, of Myrtle, Missouri, passed away on February 24, 2025, at her home in Myrtle, Missouri. She was born on December 20,1960 in Cincinnati, Ohio, to Clarence Hoffman and Alice Fay (Dalton) Hoffman. Karen married John F. Ogden in Van Wert, Ohio in 1988. They were married until John’s passing on May 23rd, 2022. Together they adopted three children: Daniel, Donald, and Jonathan. Karen had five stepchildren: Alice, William, Anne, Anita, and John Jr.
Karen enjoyed being outside and helping others. She was a devoted Christian and was a faithful attendant of the Myrtle Freewill Baptist Church. She loved Jesus and spending time with her grandchildren. Karen always looked forward to spoiling her grandchildren.
Karen is survived by her children and grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents and her husband.
Karen was known for her love and will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
A Graveside Service will be held on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at the Myrtle Cemetery of Myrtle, Missouri.
Pallbearers will be: Donald Ogden, Daniel Ogden, Ben Wilkins, Travis Boddie, Korey Whitelock and Mark Bowers.
Services to be officiated by Brother Joe Garrison.
Services under the care of Carter Funeral Home Inc. – Thayer, Missouri