Karen L. Gehling, 78, of Fishers, passed away on May 18, 2018. She was born on October 28, 1939, in Hammond, Indiana, to the late Ray and Frances Pierce.
She is survived by her daughter, Carolyn (Ted) Dorsey; grandchildren, John Dorsey and Emmalee Dorsey; sister, Sharon McLaughlin of Comfort, Texas. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert J. Gehling.
Karen was a member of Faith Missionary Church, Indianapolis, and a student at Charis Bible College. Karen was a former member of the First Baptist Church of Hammond, Indiana, and a former member of Calvary Baptist Church of Highland, Indiana.
Karen was a graduate of Hammond High School. She was involved in Edison Homemaker’s Club, the Schererville Republican Party, and was a charter member of the St. John Township (Lake County) Federated Republican Women’s Club. Karen received the Elephant Award in 1986 from the Lake County Republican Party. In 1987, Governor Robert Orr presented Karen with the Indiana Federation Of Republican Women award.
Visitation will be held Thursday, May 24, 2018, from 6-8 p.m. at Indiana Funeral Care, 8151 Allisonville Road, Indianapolis, and from 10 – 10:30 on Friday, May 25, 2018 at Faith Missionary Church, 9125 North College Avenue, with the funeral services at 10:30 on Friday.
Tonya Sanderson says
I met her 20 years ago and thoroughly enjoyed every interaction with her. She was a lovely and sweet lady that exemplified kindness. I am sending up prayers to her family for strength and acceptance during this difficult time.
Cindy and Paul Fitch says
Karen will be greatly missed in our neighborhood. She was such a lovely lady. Our prayers and sympathy goes out to Carolyn and her entire family. Cindy and Paul Fitch
Karen Felton-Manzella says
I met Karen about 50 years ago when she lived behind her parents home. Karen and her family were very giving neighbors. They took in all of the neighborhood kids whilst they lived in Hammond, IN. They would take us to church, motorcycling, boating and even ATV riding. I can recall Karen throwing me a bday party when I was 6 yrs. old. She also used to curl my hair back in the day. I’m sure she was an awesome grandmother. Rest in Peace my friend. My sympathy goes out to her family.
Jamie Wages says
I worked with Karen we became best friends she was just like my family she was a wonderful teacher of the word. We did Bible Study every week I love how she was so passionate when she was teaching me. I will miss her everyday. I know she’s rejoicing with her maker and she now is my Angel in Heaven. I Love you Karen. Go Rest High on that Mountain. My deepest sympathy goes to her family.
Gail McLahlan says
I worked with Karen and have known her for a number of years. She was a very kind and compassionate lady. Always had a smile on her face. She was so very proud of her family. Always showing me pictures of her daughter and family. They were her pride and joy! We will all miss her dearly. I’m keeping the family in my thoughts and prayers.
Lindsey says
I am so sorry to hear of the death of Karen. The passing away of a loved one is always with much sorrow. May we have faith and confidence in the Bible’s promise of a time when pain, sickness and death are a thing of the past (Revelation 21:3, 4). My condolences are with the family at this difficult time.
Alisa Gibson says
I have worked with Karen for many years and she always had a smile on her face. She will certainly be remembered for her kindness and positive demeanor. My prayers are with her family and friends.
Nancy Nack says
What a wonderful true Christian Karen was. In fact I had a Bible question to ask her and I realized shes not here. Oh, Karen how you will be missed.I only was blessed to know her 56 years such a short time. She even took a vacation from her earlier job and with Bobs blessings to drive me Mayo Clinic and stayed with me for a week. What a blessing she has been. Love you and will see you again. Nancy Nack