Karen Leigh Kirtley

Karen Leigh Kirtley, 59, entered into eternal life on February 11, 2016. She was the best wife, the best mother, the best Nannie, the best daughter, the best sister, the best aunt, and the best friend - she was everything.

Karen was a wonderful gardener, known for her beautiful flower gardens, an avid volunteer with the Future Farmers of America and local schools, and an excellent cook of southern cuisine. She loved spending weekends at the lake surrounded by her friends and family. She also worked as a Realtor for 20+ years.

Karen is preceded in death by her father, William Jackson, sister Terry Jackson, and nephew Shawn Graf.

She is survived by her devoted husband of 43 years Fred Kirtley, children Jenny Kirtley Brown and Samuel Kirtley (Andrea), and grandchildren Christian, Dalton, Kaylie, Calie, Cole, and Cameron. In addition, she is survived by her mother Marilyn Jackson, siblings Bill Jackson (Joyce), Joel Jackson, Mark Jackson (Dawn), Cindy Graf (John), and many beloved nieces and nephews.

There will be a memorial visitation and celebration of Karen's life on Thursday, February 18, 2016 at Evergreen Funeral Home from 4:00pm to 8:00pm.