Karen Marie Withers, 60, a resident of 603 Cornplanter Avenue, Oil City died peacefully at 1:19 AM Thursday, September 25, 2014 in UPMC-Northwest, Seneca; following a period of declining health.

She was born January 30, 1954 in Pittsburgh, a beloved daughter of the late: Elmer and Josephine Mastrato Scholes.

Karen enjoyed her children and grandchildren. She lived her life to see them get enjoyment out of theirs, especially her Blue-eyed Boy.

She is survived by her daughter: Amanda Lovejoy and her husband David of Oil City and by two sons: John Withers and his wife Jill of Raymilton and Gail Withers and his wife Rindy also of Oil City. Also surviving are her grandchildren: Kayla Baker of Vandergrift, David “Bink” Withers, Taylor and Sabrina Lovejoy and Kodie, Kenzie, Kylie and Kwinsey Withers all of Oil City; and her great-granddaughter: Emma Baker also of Vandergrift.

Also surviving is her sister: Candy Maietta of Robinson Township; a nephew: Collin and nieces: Hanna and Angela; in addition to several cousins.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a “special” aunt: Marie Taylor.

In keeping with Karen’s wishes, there will be no public visitation.

A celebration of her life will be planned and announced by her family at a later date.

At the request of her family, memorial contributions may be directed to the funeral home to help defray her funeral expenses.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Timothy E. Hartle Funeral Home, 1328 Elk Street, Franklin.

Please visit: www.hartlefuneralhome.com for further information and to leave a note of condolence.