Karen L. Maple (nee Mikunda), 60, of Elyria passed away unexpectedly Monday, April 9, 2018 at University Hospital Elyria Medical Center. She was born June 27, 1957 in Jacksonville, NC. Karen worked for Tool and Die Systems for 33 years as a product engineer. She was a member of Amvets post # 32. Karen enjoyed cars, fishing and anything to do with the outdoors. Survivors include her daughter Kyle (Martin) Heberling of Amherst; grandson Jacob; companion Tim Benko of Elyria; brothers Edward Jr. "Chip" of Ohio, Russell (Danielle) and Joe both of Iowa. She was preceded in death by her parents Edward Sr. and Carole (nee Austin). Family will receive friends 4 PM - until time of service at 8PM Friday, April 13, 2018 at the Laubenthal-Mercado Funeral Home and Cremation Service 38475 Chestnut Ridge Rd. (at St. Rt. 57), Elyria. 440-322-4626. Rev. Kathy Ketchum will officiate. Burial Private. Online condolences may be expressed at www.laubenthalmercado.com