Karen J. Askins

Karen J. Askins of Fairview Pennsylvania, passed away on October 6th, 2026 surrounded by her family. She is survived by her brother Robert O’Connor, her three children Edward Askins, Melinda Askins, Walter R and his Wife Lori Askins along with her three grand children Sierra, Bryce, and Shane.

Karen was a daughter, a wife, a mom, a friend, and the best pie baker in the tri-state area.

Karen was a teacher for 35 years in the Fairview school district. She was an active member of the Fairview United Methodist Church, and President of the West Ridge Fire Department Axillary.

She volunteered her time and effort to the church rummage sales, feeding the fireman, and taking care of her family. She loved fishing, riding her John Deere tractor, and of course, baking pies.

She’s proceeded in death by her daughter Cindy Lynn Askins, her husband Walter E. Askins, her parents John J. And Mildred E. O’Connor, and her best friend Pat Hefner.

Memorial Services will be held on Tuesday October 20th from 5 to 7pm at the Fairview United Methodist Church 4601 Avonia Rd Fairview PA 16415. Arrangements are being handled by Burton Quinn-Scott Cremation and Funeral Services, West Ridge, 3801 W. 26th St, Erie

Coffee and pie will be served in the fellowship hall immediately after the service.

In lieu of flowers we ask that you donate to the West Ridge Fire Department Auxiliary, 3142 W26th St Erie. PA. 16506