Gretchen Karl Obituary
The memory of Gretchen Karl (McArthur, Ohio), born in Athens, Ohio, who passed away on August 6, 2025 at the age of 82, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gretchen Karl to pay them a last tribute.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Gretchen had on those she encountered along her journey. Though Gretchen may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, her essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Paul C. Ward and Grace K. Ward; her sister Suzanne Kathleen Ward; and her granddaughter Grace Lena Karl. She is survived by: her children, Erina Hoos (Tony), Kerry Santacroce (Bob), Jim Karl (Lara) and Paul Karl; and her brothers, Paul T. Ward and Barry Ward. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren, and 1 great-grandchild.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that donations be made to the SPCA in Gretchen's honor.
