Karen Sue Roberson

July 18, 2019

On Thursday July 18, 2019 Karen Sue Roberson surrounded by family took her wings and made her way to meet the Lord. Everyone who met her can attest to the fact that she had a heart full of gold. She was a God Fearing woman who loved the Lord. She loved cooking, sewing, singing and spending time with her family. She had a quiet strength within her, she rarely complained yet always searched for the best in whatever situation she was faced with. Her faith was ever strong and she loved and lived every moment she was given. If you knew her you loved her as she was the best example of everlasting love God could have given us. Karen was the baby girl born to the late Ernest and Luvator Neal on October 14, 1954 in Toledo, Ohio. She received her education through the Toledo Public School System graduating from Waite High School. After working several different jobs, Karen enrolled at The Professional Skills institute where she became a Certified Medical Assistant and Phlebotomist graduating at the top of her class. After graduation she began her career in the medical arena, first at River East Medical Center and later through Promedica Health Care where she remained until she retired. It was during this time in which Karen flourished as she was known for her contagious smile and ease of conversations. Throughout her career she maintained a humble and sweet demeanor winning the trust and hearts of many, who even now are being changed by her witness of constant nurturing, love and faith. Karen was a dedicated mother first and foremost to her two daughters Marquia and Roslyn. She treasured her children and embraced every moment with them. She always sacrificed her needs for the good of her family. She will be remembered as a selfless mother who carried a smile even when times were tough. However, when it came time to be a grandmother Karen loved and I do mean loved her role as Nana. If ever there was a true definition of the word grandmother you would be sure to see the name Karen as those grandbabies were her pride and joy. Karen’s relationship with Jesus was a living one. She was a faithful, active and devout member of Zion Hill Baptist Church for many many years under the leadership of Reverend Jarius Everett. Jesus Christ was the lover of her soul, and she walked and talked with him daily. She always prayed with passion, power, and understanding. She was a woman of Great compassion who faced every situation with confidence and complete reliance upon her ever present Lord. Proceeding Karen in death are both parents Ernest and Luvator Neal, two sisters Barbara Jean and Ernestine and two brothers Ober and Tommy. Left to cherish her memories and carry on her legacy are daughters Marquia (Andrew) Roberson-Glover and Roslyn Roberson both of Toledo, Ohio, adopted sons Rodney Woodley and Albert Brown both of Toledo, Ohio, a very special brother Frank (Renna) Neal of Texas, grandchildren Ariana Dunston, Da’Von and Allen Brown, great grandchildren Amari and Jordan, God grandchildren, special niece Alesia Johnson and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, family, extended family and friends. wake services will be 11 am followed by funeral service at 12 noon Saturday July 27, 2019 at Zion Hill Baptist Church 2008 Valentine Street Toledo, Ohio 43605