Message from Chad Riggs
March 26, 2024 7:08 AM
Karen and I went to school together for many years and I agree 100% with Kevin Welch: she was always a sweetheart! I now live in Galax and just happened to strike up a conversation with someone in town yesterday (3/25/24) who turned out to be Karen's husband. He informed me of her passing and I was stunned. I'm so sorry that she wasn't able to live out the full life she deserved. My thoughts are with her family as I know she is missed beyond description.
Message from Kevin welch
June 4, 2021 8:06 PM
The year is 2021 and I’m just seeing now Karen has passed.. I went to high school with Karen I always thought she was the nicest person this was a blow for me to see even in 2021 hope you are whole and healed rest easy
A candle was lit by Ginger inscore
on January 19, 2018 12:15 AM
Message from Linda Davis Cockerham
March 31, 2016 6:02 PM
Kenneth and Shirley, I am so sorry to hear of Karen's unexpected passing. May the Lord give you the added grace and comfort you need during this time of bereavement. In my prayers.
Message from Lisa Shaw
March 30, 2016 2:07 PM
So sorry for this unexpected loss! I've known Karen since we moved here 8+yrs ago. At Kroger, she always had a smile to share. Then I found we were neighbors when I saw her walking with her son. Enjoyed sitting with her at church, although my health has prevented contact lately. Was very saddened to hear of her passing and will be in prayer for her children, other family, and friends. May God comfort you all in this time of grief.
A candle was lit by Janet Williams
on March 30, 2016 5:31 AM
Message from Janet Williams
March 30, 2016 5:30 AM
Rest in peace. I will miss you and doing your hair. I will miss your smile and laughter. Until we meet again.
A candle was lit by Crystal Mustian
on March 29, 2016 6:37 PM
Message from Stephen Durham
March 29, 2016 12:17 PM
I grew up across the street from Karen for years on Walker Avenue and she and I always had fun and even got into some trouble together.....she was always so kind and pleasant and I was so sad to read this today. Her family was also always so kind to me as a neighborhood kid and I will keep all of you ion my prayers in what must be one of the hardest times in your lives. I will not forge the memories and the light Karen was when she was here with us.....RIP my friend
A candle was lit by Wendy Lee
on March 29, 2016 12:05 PM
Message from Micki Langley
March 29, 2016 11:43 AM
I'm so sorry!! I remember her as a happy little girl playing outside on Walker Ave.. My thoughts are with her family..
A candle was lit by Debbie & Tony McDonald
on March 29, 2016 7:56 AM
Message from Barbara Boyer
March 28, 2016 7:30 PM
Karen wil be missed by all that knew her. As soon as u meet her and saw that smile u knew that she was someone special! She is in heaven now setting on a cloud looking down at us all. She will always be with us in our hearts. God bless the family and hope that u will find comfort in Him. RIP Karen!
A candle was lit by Barbara Boyer
on March 28, 2016 7:24 PM
Message from Peggy White
March 28, 2016 12:21 PM
Shirley, Kim and family. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I will be in prayer for all of you and forever thinking about you.
Message from Joan Weaver
March 28, 2016 10:35 AM
Saddened to lose a Head Start mom...our staff has had the opportunity to know Karen over the past several years as she participated in our program.
Message from Sid and Annette Barker
March 28, 2016 9:45 AM
Karen,
You are someone that never meet a stranger, and always had a smile on your face. If more people were like you, there would be no suffering in this world. We could all learn from you.
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. It will be hard, but they will all come thru this knowing that you are still with them. Looking over them every day with the same smile on your face that you always have.
We love you, and miss you!!
Message from Judy Whitfield
March 28, 2016 9:07 AM
Shirley and Family, So sorry to hear of your tragic loss. Will be praying for you and your family as you go thru this difficult time.
Message from Galax
March 28, 2016 7:51 AM
Prayers and comfort for Karen's loved ones.
Message from Jennifer Manning Cooley and Family
March 28, 2016 12:47 AM
Karen will be missed by so many !!! She was always smiling and so friendly and nice to everyone !!! We always talked whenever we saw each other !!! Prayers for the family ...
A candle was lit by Jennifer Manning Cooley and Family
on March 28, 2016 12:44 AM
A candle was lit by Becky Smith Wheeley
on March 27, 2016 11:19 PM
Message from TRACY SHUMATE
March 27, 2016 10:17 PM
R.I.P. Karen, there was never a soul you did not get along with. Always had an A+ personality!!!
A candle was lit by TRACY SHUMATE
on March 27, 2016 10:14 PM
Message from marlene adams
March 27, 2016 9:18 PM
To Karen's family, I am deeply saddened by the passing of Karen. I have known her several years from Kroger's. We became friends and she always had a smile for everyone. The world is a darker place without that smile. I pray for your healing and pray God blesses all of you with the grace you need during this difficult time;.
Message from Pat Frost
March 27, 2016 8:27 PM
All who knew her will truly miss her sweet spirit. She will be greatly missed.
A candle was lit by Pat Frost
on March 27, 2016 8:24 PM
Message from Pastor Elvis Poole from Gospel Chapel Church in Galax va.
March 27, 2016 7:52 PM
Our deepest symphony to the family in this tragic time. She was such a wonderful lady and had such a sweet spirit about her. She will truly be missed here on this earth and in our hearts. She had come to our church some in the last couple of years off and on. And would bring those beautiful children when she come. We will be in much prayer for them always. With deepest condolences , Pastor Elvis Poole.
Message from Galax, VA
March 27, 2016 7:48 PM
Karen was such a sweet person with an infectious smile. My heart aches for her whole family but especially those precious children. She will be missed. My prayers for all of you.
Message from Linda and Mary Buckhalter
March 27, 2016 7:15 PM
Karen was such a sweet person. We are so sorry for your loss. If we can do anything for you, please let us know. We'll be checking on you. Much love.
A candle was lit by Linda and Mary Buckhalter
on March 27, 2016 7:13 PM
Message from galax va
March 27, 2016 6:29 PM
May the God of all comfort give you peace. I was blessed with knowing Karen and got to serve as her pastor for a short while. She was a caring loving young lady. There no words that I know that can help, other than she is in the hands of Jesus.
Your in our prayers. And the God of all peace give you comfort
Pastor andy
Message from Dawn Lineberry
March 27, 2016 6:01 PM
Karen was a great person she will be missed I use tak
Lk to her when she came to Hardee's of Galax for breakfast rip Karen heaven gain another angel
A candle was lit by Dawn Lineberry
on March 27, 2016 5:57 PM
A candle was lit by Michelle Ward
on March 27, 2016 5:50 PM
A candle was lit by danny and towana cox
on March 27, 2016 3:22 PM
A candle was lit by Kathy Horton
on March 27, 2016 12:59 PM
Message from Steve Galyean
March 27, 2016 12:04 PM
Rest in peace sweet gal...you are truly missed...
Message from Mr. & Mrs. Jeff Collins
March 27, 2016 9:46 AM
A candle was lit by Brittany Lineberry
on March 27, 2016 8:51 AM
Message from Beth
March 27, 2016 8:45 AM
Karen will be greatly missed. Despite her handicaps she always had a smile and found ways to be independent. She was a good and sweet friend. My prayers go out for her family and especially her children.
Message from PA
March 26, 2016 8:46 PM
Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. Death has a terrible sting that affects all of us no matter who we are. I know you will miss Karen very much. But as you cherish fond memories. Throw your burdens on the God of all comfort and he will draw close to you during this difficult time. Psalms 55:22, James 4:8
A candle was lit by Family Preservation Services
on March 26, 2016 3:40 PM
A candle was lit by Tera Hart
on March 26, 2016 3:38 PM
Message from Al and Gay Draughan
March 26, 2016 11:10 AM
So sorry for your loss. She was always so nice to us. Continued prayers for the family.
A candle was lit by Al and Gay Draughan
on March 26, 2016 11:07 AM
