Karen Burke Spencer Gate City, Virginia Obituary

Karen Burke Spencer

Karen Burke Spencer – Unicoi, TN Karen Burke Spencer, 55, Unicoi, TN passed away Thursday, September 24, 2020 at the Hospice House of Bristol in Bristol, TN. She was born on May 9, 1965 in Sullivan County, TN to the late Robert H.C. and Willie Madge (Salyer) Burke. Left to cherish her memory is her husband, Owen “Brad” Spencer, Unicoi, TN; daughter, Sarah Hillman and husband, Clint, Gate City, VA; son, Robert Spencer, Unicoi, TN; sister, Helen Burke and husband, Billy, Nickelsville, VA; brothers, Donnie Burke and wife, Carolyn, Smithfield, VA, Gary Burke and wife, Tammy, Smithfield, VA; nephew, Jody Burke and niece, Lori Burke. The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m., Saturday, September 26, 2020 at Gate City Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 p.m. in the Gene Falin Memorial Chapel of the funeral home with Rev. Myers Vicars officiating. Greg and Becky White will provide the music . Graveside services will be conducted at 12:00 p.m., Sunday, September 27, 2020 at Temple Hill Memorial Gardens, Castlewood, VA. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. Those wishing to attend the graveside service are asked to meet at the cemetery by 11:45 a.m. on Sunday. An online guest registry is available for the Spencer family at www.gatecityfunerals.com Gate City Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Karen Burke Spencer.
May 9, 1965 - September 24, 202005/09/196509/24/2020
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Bill Crowley & Judy Burke Crowley
September 26, 2020
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Bob Falvey
September 28, 2020
Brad, Lisa and I were very sorry to hear about Karen's passing. Our heart felt condolences to you and the Spencer family. Bob Falvey
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Tribute Store
September 26, 2020
Sarah sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. We are sending you love and prayers & hope you are able to find strength during this difficult time
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September 26, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. With our love, Mark and Deb, Chad, Elizabeth and Renee, and Eric Habecker
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Lois and Sammy Banner
September 25, 2020
I’m sooo sorry. Sooo sad.
She fought hard against her illness but she doesn’t have to be sick anymore.
We had some good times with some good laughs.
Love you cousin Karen❤️
May the Lord hold you all close with comfort and sweet peace 🙏
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Robert Reynolds
September 25, 2020
Brad,
It was such an honor to get to meet Karen and to have you as a friend. Precious in the sight of GOD are the death of his saints. It was wonderful to hear that she knew the LORD. and one day ya'll will be together again and we'll get to meet again. We certainly are ... Continue Reading
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Keepudry1@aol.com
September 25, 2020
Sarah I am so sorry for your loss. If there is anything at all I can do please let me know. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this time and days to follow
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Keepudry1@aol.com
December 7, 2022
Sarah I didn’t realize there was no place to sign my name, only listed my email. Marsha Vanderpool.
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Gregory Himes
September 25, 2020
Brad and Family, My families heart and prayers are with you. Karen was such a great women. She will be missed. Her courage is amazing through everything.
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September 25, 2020
From the men and women of the 14th Weather Squadron, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Chandra Christmas
September 25, 2020
Spencer Family, my heart goes out to you in the loss of Karen. Danny and I remember your family well from Believers Baptist. Brad, you and Karen were such sweet southern people. I’m so sorry for your loss and I pray that you and your family feel God’s peace and comfort i... Continue Reading
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Chandra Christmas
September 25, 2020
Spencer Family, my heart goes out to you in the loss of Karen. Danny and I remember your family well from Believers Baptist. Brad, you and Karen were such sweet southern people. I’m so sorry for your loss and I pray that you and your family feel God’s peace and comfort i... Continue Reading
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