Karen I. Orndorf, 83, of Spring Mills, passed away on Thursday, September 4, 2025, at Mount Nittany Medical Center in State College. She was born on June 20, 1942, in Laurens, IA, to the late Elmer E. and Thelma I. (Senteney) Muller. She married her beloved husband of 60 years, Richard K. Orndorf, who preceded her in death on November 13, 2023.
Karen was a 1960 graduate of Laurens High School. After graduating, Karen enlisted in the United States Army as a Disbursing Specialist. Her time in the service was especially meaningful as that is where she met her husband, they served together and were married at the Old Post Chapel at Fort Myer, Arlington, VA on July 26, 1963.
Karen loved crafting and was especially gifted in quilting, crocheting, and sewing. She enjoyed attending local craft shows displaying and selling her various creations. Lovingly, she passed on her skills to anyone interested in learning, even teaching her granddaughter the art of tatting. Karen also loved everything Penn State and was an avid fan!
She is survived by her son, Eric Orndorf and his wife Wendy of York Haven, PA, four grandchildren, Matthew Orndorf, Rachel Orndorf, Nicholas Hoover and Laura Hoover, and 3 great grandchildren.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Patricia (Orndorf) Hoover, her brother, Lyle Muller and her sister, Retha (Muller) Adkins.
Services and burial will be held privately at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are under the direction of Wetzler Funeral Service, Inc. Bellefonte. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.wetzlerfuneralhome.com.