Karen C. Anderson, age 66, of Xenia, passed away March 17, 2026 at her home. Born August 27, 1959 in Mt. Holly, NJ, the daughter of the late Sterling Miles and Gloria D. Harris.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother Calvin Miles and Sterlet Rodriguez. Mrs. Anderson was a proud member of Zion Baptist Church, serving as a lead missionary and Bible school teacher.
In her 20s, she received recognition for being part of the team that built circuit boards for the NASA Space Shuttle Booster Project. After marrying her late husband Rev. Wendell Y. Anderson, she retreated to a more private life devoting herself to the church and her family. She found joy in her jewelry business where she created jewelry for family, friends and the community.
Mrs. Anderson was blessed with a large family. She is survived by her children: Calla-Lisa Anderson, Karenina Anderson, and Denise Macias; 3 grandchildren: Gabriel Macias, Marisol Macias and Michael Macias; siblings: Timothy Miles; Gloria Harris; Louthel Tucker as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Memorial celebration of her life will be held 12 Noon Wednesday, April 8th at Zion Baptist Church, 565 E. Main St., Xenia will Rev. Gary Chapman officiating. She will be buried with her husband at the National Cemetery, Dayton. Visitation will begin at 11 AM Wednesday at the church.