Karen L. Kumpf Obituary
Karen L. Kumpf (Marietta, Ohio) passed away on June 9, 2026. Karen, born on February 19, 1943, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Karen L. Kumpf to show support.
Karen will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Karen will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Karen’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Franklin Brown and Esther Brown; and her brothers, Gary and Gene. She is survived by: her husband Karl Kumpf; and her children, Kristin (Michael Barr), Virginia, Kenn and Karenâ.
Her many contributions to arts in the mid-Ohio valley were recognized in 2004 by a special award from Artsbridge and in 2009 by an “Outstanding Education Volunteer†award from Marietta College.
