Karen passed away on Monday, August 10, 2026, at age 70. She was predeceased by her husband, Luther Keymel and her father, Robert Dittberner.

Karen is survived by her children, Adam (Allison) Keymel; Sarah (Tim) Roden, and John (Gabriella) Keymel; grandchildren: Abigail, Aiden, Annabelle, Nathan, Michelina, and Torianna; mother, Eloise Dittberner; brother, Larry (Bridget) Dittberner; aunt, Marilyn Dzielak; uncle, Earl (Carol) Dittberner; nieces and nephew, Meghan Dittberner, David (Ashley) Keymel and Carrie Keymel; brother-in-law, Paul Keymel; sister-in-law, Cheryl Keymel; and her cousins.

Karen was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and daughter who cherished her family deeply. She dedicated several decades of her life to the nursing field, caring for others with compassion and dedication. She also volunteered at the Ontario ambulance base, offering her time and compassion to support the local community. Karen was also an active and faithful member of her church, where her presence and commitment touched the lives of many.

Family and friends are invited to a time of visitation on Friday, August 21, from 4-6PM at the Murphy Funeral & Cremation Chapels, 1961 Ridge Road Ontario, New York 14519. On Saturday, August 22, 2026, all are invited to attend her funeral service at 10:00AM at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 131 West Main Street Webster, New York 14580. Burial will follow at Furnaceville Cemetery.

To share a special memory please visit Karen's guestbook at www.murphyfuneralservices.com.