Bartow -Karen Adams , age 56, passed away January 22, 2023, at her residence in Bartow. She was born on March 20, 1966, in Toledo, OH. She was a Para Educator for the Polk County School Board. She enjoyed needle work, knitting, Disney and going to the movies. She was preceded in death by her parents Richard and Lou Ann Adams. She is survived by a loving family that includes her brothers Gary Adams & Mark Adams, sister Kim Hendry and a niece & nephew. Family will receive friends Tuesday, January 31, 2023, from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM at Whidden-McLean Funeral Home, Bartow. Memorials may be made to Children’s Hospital. Condolences to family at www.whiddenmcleanfuneralhome.com