Karen Marie Hempton, of Fraser, passed away on October 30, 2018 at the age of 58. Loving mother of Bonnie (Ray) Esperas, and Michael (Jennifer) Hempton; proud grandmother of Grayson, John Russell, and James Michael; dear sister of Maureen Horvath, the late Cathleen (Barry) Simpson, and Mary (Robert) Naeyaert; honorary sister and best friend of Debbie McCormack. Karen is also survived by the father of her children and life long friend, Michael Hempton, along with many extended family members.