RUCKER, Karen, age 47 of Darrtown, Ohio, died January 28, 2009 in Hospice of Hamilton. Karen was born on May 22, 1961, in Marion, Ohio the daughter of Floyd and Barbara (Augustus) Patrick.

A devoted wife and mother, she is survived by her husband, Rodney Rucker; three children, Dora Hoffman, Justin Rucker and Mary Rucker; three sisters; a brother; and three grandchildren. She will be fondly remembered for her love of the sun, Indian Lake and her family.

Memorial services will be held Saturday, January 31, 2009 at 11am, in the Darrtown United Methodist Church, 4309 Walnut Street. The family will be receiving guests at their home, 4281 East Street, Darrtown, Ohio after the memorial service.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Karen's honor, to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network at http://www.pancan.org/donate . Zettler Funeral home, serving the family. Online register book available at www.zettlerfuneralhome.com