She was born on September 27, 1959 in Springfield, the daughter of the late Tommy and Mary (Carter) Curtis.
Karen loved fishing, being outdoors, music, and spending time with her son.
She is survived by her 3 children, Scott (wife Tasha) Clemons of Decatur, IL, Tia Lloyd of Riverton, IL, and Corey Clemons of Springfield; the love of her life Dennis Coady; 5 grandchildren, Mark Faler, Corianna Nunn, Troy Clemons, Zayna Clemons, and Devon Clemons; 2 sisters, Kathy Williams and Sharon Geer; 1 brother Jimmy (wife Rhonda) Curtis, and 1 sister-in-law Sue Roberts.
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by 1 grandson Zander Scott Clemons and 1 brother Tom Curtis.
Arrangements are under the direction of Bisch and Son Funeral Home, 505 E. Allen, Springfield. Private family time will be held.
Memorials may be made to DaVita Dialysis, 794 E. Wood St., Decatur, IL 62523 or the Illinois Center for Autism, 548 S. Ruby Ln, Fairview Heights, IL 62208.
