of Marianna, AR
May 20, 1968 - May 12, 2025
Karen Slaughter Kilgore, 56, of Marianna, Arkansas passed away peacefully Monday, May 12, 2025. She was born Monday, May 20, 1968, to Henry Slaughter and Dorothy Thieme Slaughter in Nuremberg, Germany.
She is survived by her mother, Dorothy Slaughter, of the home, and niece, Alania Ferris, and several aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
She is preceded in death by her father, Henry Slaughter, grandparents, and one brother, David Slaughter.
She was a member of Haynes Baptist Church. She loved water skiing and cross stitching.
Pallbearers will be Hollis Mitchell, Billy Benham, Jerry Colinger, Lance Carrier, Bill Benham, and Ken Benham. Honorary pallbearers will be Jared Phillips, Nathan Fields, and Casey Arnold.
Funeral services for Karen will be held Thursday, May 15, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in Marianna, Arkansas with Brother Don Lewis officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to services. Family & friends may view and sign online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/Marianna
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18 Condolence(s)
Dale & Laura Andrews
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Our hearts go out to the family. Many prayers
Jeanette Cole (Dilks)
Friday, May 16, 2025
Ms.Dorthy, I can't begin to say how sorry I am for the loss of your sweet Karen. Sending my condolences and prayers to you and your family.
Janet Presley West
Friday, May 16, 2025
Dorothy, I am so sorry to hear about Karen. I just heard about it. Prayers for everyone.
Joanne Webb
Friday, May 16, 2025
Dorothy, I was shocked and saddened to learn that your beloved Karen had passed away. My heart goes out to you & your family. Prayers for all.
Holly Wheeler
Friday, May 16, 2025
Ms Dorothy I am just now finding out about this. I am so very sorry. If I had known I would have been there today. I haven't seen Karen in a long time but she was one of my few true friends I've ever had. My heart is breaking for you because I know how much you loved her. I will be praying for you to find some kind of comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Debbie Alldredge Fike
Thursday, May 15, 2025
Dorothy I so sorry for your loss. Karen was so pretty. Prayers for you and all of the family.
Markam S Thomas
Thursday, May 15, 2025
Sorry for your loss
Pat Hallman
Thursday, May 15, 2025
Dorothy. I am so sorry for Karen passing. She was so sweet and helpful know she is in a great place! Prayers for your healing!!!
Jim and Cheryl McMickle
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Our deepest condolences. Karen was a smart and kind person.
Gloria Shepherd
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Sorry I can't make funeral. Love Yall.
Carroll mitchusson/ Casey Davis
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Casey and I hearts are broken . Words can not describe the love and heart felt appreciation we had fir Karen .She was absolutely amazing with Casey and his autism she was the first teacher he ever trusted and she loved him and he loved her . May you rest in peace Karen and thank you from the bottom of our hearts ðŸ'• . Prayers for Ms Dorothy and family
Nada Moore
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Prayers for everyone.
Teresa Manues
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Prayers for all the family.
Marie Vickers
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Dorothy so sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.
Marie
Barbara Hightower
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Karen Kilgore and I were co-workers at Whitten Elementary School: I do wish to her family heartfelt sympathy and kindest thoughts in their sorrow. May your memories bring you comfort as you walk this difficult path.
Kathi Walker
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss, Ms. Dorothy. Karen was always a ray of sunshine and beautiful young lady. May God comfort you and your family as only He can.
Tracey Fleetwood
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Sorry to hear this. Prayers for the family.
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