Karen Meeker Foster

Karen Meeker Foster, age 78, of Swanton, Ohio, passed away peacefully in her home on August 6, 2026. She was preceded in death by her son, William James Lovell Jr; her parents, Royal and Helen Meeker, and her sisters, Darlene Strandberg and Ilene Seggie. She is survived by her partner, James Winhoven; her daughters, Susan Lovell and Wendy Foster; her grandchildren, Ethan Schilling and Zachary Rose, and her brothers, Duane and David Meeker; along with all their spouses and families, and many others that loved her.

Karen was born on October 8, 1947, in Southfield, Michigan, to Royal and Helen Meeker. She led a full life and will be remembered for her thrifting, bread and pickle making, sewing and crafts, cooking, and of course, her hats- of which she had many.

A deep heartfelt thank you to James Winhoven and family, and the nurses and aids at Ohioans Home Healthcare, for all their loving care.

A lunch gathering will be held for close family and friends on Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 12:00-2:00 pm at Charlie’s Restaurant, 1631 Toll Gate Dr., Maumee, Ohio, in a small private room in the back. (Look for Tim Horton’s Sign).

While she didn’t want a service, we thought everyone could enjoy their own meals at a restaurant together and share stories in memory of her.

In lieu of flowers, bring your fondest oral or written memories to share with the family, and each other.