of Conway, AR
January 8, 1950 - March 4, 2018
Karen Clements Earls, 68, of Conway went to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 4, 2018. Karen was born January 8, 1950, in Conway, Arkansas, to the late Novis Francis and Geraldine Joyner Clements.
Karen is preceded in death by the love of her life, her husband of 43 years, Danny Lee Earls. She is also survived by her daughters whom she loved and adored with all of her heart: Amy Danielle Earls Thompson (Daniel) and Melissa Dawn Earls, both of Conway; her beloved grandson Matthew Daniel Thompson, of Conway; her twin sister Sharon Lee Thompson (Kenneth) of Conway; her nephews James Corriveau (Kylie) of Maumelle and John Battles of Conway; her niece Jennifer Corriveau of Maumelle; her great-nephew Mason Hadley of Maumelle; and her great-nieces Meghan Myers and Melanie Myers both of Conway and Katie Corriveau of Maumelle.
Karen graduated from Conway High School in 1968 where she was a member of Delta Beta Sigma social sorority, the Peppers club, the newspaper staff, and the Glee club. Following high school, Karen attended the Arkansas State Teachers College (UCA), Arkansas Tech University, and Petit Jean Vo-Tech. She earned a certificate in data entry and was pursuing a degree in early childhood education.
Karen was devoted to her family and enjoyed attending her daughters' piano recitals, taekwondo lessons, school plays, pageants, and band concerts. As a family, they enjoyed going bowling, playing tennis, playing putt putt, shopping, going to flea markets, going on Sunday drives exploring Arkansas, and playing Wheel of Fortune and Blazing 7's in Tunica.
Karen spent the majority of her life as a homemaker but did explore a few opportunities in data entry, long distance phone operator, and in collections. She could utilize the latest technology skills, including Facebook and Google, to skip trace. Everyone that met Karen enjoyed her knowledge of Conway history, love of conversation, welcoming spirit, and giving heart.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to her special friends and caregivers in the last months of her life: Sue Farris, Marilyn Whitley, Gretchen Thorn, and Maryann Cooksey. Heartfelt gratitude is also given to the team of professionals at Arkansas Hospice.
Visitation will be 5:00 to 7:00 PM Thursday, March 8th at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home, Conway.
Funeral services will be 1:00 PM Friday, March 9th at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home with burial immediately following at Bethlehem Cemetery in Wooster. Brother Freddie Mark Wilcox will be officiating.
Pallbearers will be Matthew Thompson, Luke Pizzolatto, Nathanael Finch, Clay McCastlain, Brandon Hadley, and Cesar Ramirez.
Honorary pallbearers will be Daniel Thompson, Kenneth Thompson, John Battles, and James Corriveau.
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12 Condolence(s)
DW
Sunday, April 1, 2018
So sorry for your loss may you find peace and comfort in the words spoken at
2 Corinthians 1:3 & 4" Praised be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of tender mercies and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our trials so that we may be able to comfort others in any sort of trial with the comfort that we receive from God
Becky (Hazel) Crum
Saturday, March 10, 2018
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of a classmate. May peace be with the family in your time of loss.
Charlotte Camp Phillips
Thursday, March 8, 2018
I was an old classmate of Karen and Sharon. My thoughts and prayer are with the family at this time.
Marilyn Whitley
Wednesday, March 7, 2018
From the 1st time I became a Care-giver for Karen I also gained a new friendship not only with her but Amy & Melissa too. My heart goes to them for the days ahead as they have loss both their parents in a few short months, but they are smart and strong like their parents were, so I pray they will be fine and continued to be Blessed with Family, Friends, Co-workers etc. to make each day a little easier...God Bless You All
Mr & Mrs Stephen G Comeau
Wednesday, March 7, 2018
Our heart felt sorrow go out to you and family . We pray the god bless you .
Kay Fronabarger Baudier
Wednesday, March 7, 2018
Sharon...holding you and all the families in my thoughts and prayers for strength and comfort. Was hoping to see you both next month, but God needed another angel. God Bless you all. K
Toni M. Johnson
Wednesday, March 7, 2018
Melissa and family: I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. May God's loving arms hold you and your family tightly as you go through this time of sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Wendy Rickman
Tuesday, March 6, 2018
My condolences to both of you, Amy and Melissa, and to your extended family. Prayers and peace to you all.
Nancy Ringgold
Tuesday, March 6, 2018
Amy and Melissa - I am SO very sorry for your loss! I pray that God will bring peace and comfort to you, and to your family, during this very difficult time.
Patty Phelps
Tuesday, March 6, 2018
Praying for Amy & Melissa during this difficult time of loss. May peace, comfort, and love be yours.
Kathy Moffeit
Tuesday, March 6, 2018
Our sincere condolences to the Family and our prayers are with you all.
Crystal Earl's Bailey
Tuesday, March 6, 2018
My heart goes out to my sisters Amy and Melissa as well as Karen's entire family..