As a "soldier for life", Lt Colonel Poole served honorably and with distinction in European, Caribbean Island, and Central American fields. Additionally, Karen had a lifelong passion for music, reading, and the arts. She skillfully played the piano and honored God through music ministry at All Saints Episcopal Church.
In "retirement", Karen successfully developed a passion and certification as a long-term care ombudsman for senior adults. Karen always strived for excellence in health care for the least and the lost.
Karen was preceded in death by her father, mother, sister, and four brothers. After a debilitating stroke in mid 2018, Karen rebounded remarkably due to the amazing health care provided by the Elizabeth Scott Community (Maumee, OH).
Interment and burial will be on Monday, May 20th (10 AM) at Lindenwood Cemetery, Ft Wayne IN. A memorial/celebration service in Karen's honor will be on Tuesday, May 21st (10AM) at All Saints Episcopal Church, 563 Pinewood Ave, Toledo, OH. 43604. Donations may be made to the Toledo Public Library Legacy Foundation or to All Saints Episcopal Church (Toledo). Arrangements entrusted to Thompson Funeral Home in Montpelier. www.thethompsonfuneralhome.com.
As a "soldier for life", Lt Colonel Poole served honorably and with distinction in European, Caribbean Island, and Central American fields. Additionally, Karen had a lifelong passion for music, reading, and the arts. She skillfully played the piano and honored God through music ministry at All Saints Episcopal Church.
In "retirement", Karen successfully developed a passion and certification as a long-term care ombudsman for senior adults. Karen always strived for excellence in health care for the least and the lost.
Karen was preceded in death by her father, mother, sister, and four brothers. After a debilitating stroke in mid 2018, Karen rebounded remarkably due to the amazing health care provided by the Elizabeth Scott Community (Maumee, OH).
Interment and burial will be on Monday, May 20th (10 AM) at Lindenwood Cemetery, Ft Wayne IN. A memorial/celebration service in Karen's honor will be on Tuesday, May 21st (10AM) at All Saints Episcopal Church, 563 Pinewood Ave, Toledo, OH. 43604. Donations may be made to the Toledo Public Library Legacy Foundation or to All Saints Episcopal Church (Toledo). Arrangements entrusted to Thompson Funeral Home in Montpelier. www.thethompsonfuneralhome.com.
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