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Karen Sexton Obituary
Karen Hall Sexton, RN, Ph.D., age 62, of Lexington, Ky., wife of Donald L. Sexton, passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2015 at the UK Medical Center, Lexington, Ky. She was born June 8, 1952 in McDowell, Ky., a daughter of the late Adrian and Olive Rose Turner Hall.
Karen was of the Baptist Faith and a Hospital Administrator, she received many accomplishments during her career which include being recognized as Top 50 Alumni in the College of Nursing at the University of Kentucky, receiving the American Hospital Association Texas Grassroots Champion Award, the National Service Award for Leadership during 2005 Hurricane Rita Hospital Evacuation from the National Congress for Secure Communities, the 2007 Leadership Award from Sigma Theta Tau International-Alpha Delta Chapter, Outstanding Alumna from Eastern Kentucky University, she was presented with a Key to the City of Austin, Texas from the Mayor of Austin, the Leone Award for Excellence in Leadership from UTMB and the Recognition in Leadership Award from the School of Nursing, UTMB.
In addition to her husband, Donald, she is survived by one son, Travis Ryan (Samantha Jo) Sexton, Lexington, Ky.; one daughter, Megan Adrienne (Antonio) Hernandez, Franklin, Tenn.; two brothers, Rick Hall, Richmond, Ky., Donnie Hall Huntington, W. Va.; one sister, Sandra Stevens, Vista, Calif.; three grandchildren, Madeline Rose, Nico and Gaby Hernandez.
Funeral service will be conducted Saturday, April 4, 2015 at 11 a.m. in the Hall Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in the Lucy Hall Cemetery, McDowell, Ky. Visitation is from 6 until 10 p.m. Friday at Hall Funeral Home.
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for Karen Sexton
January 29, 2016
Karen was very special-----we miss working with her in Texas and were saddened to learn of her passing...........thoughts and prayers to her family. Vicki and Bob Pascasio
May 7, 2015
The Albin family will always remember Karen. She was a beautiful, special person.
Glenda Truett (Martin) Reck
April 4, 2015
I remember Karen from my time working at the cancer center at UKMC from 1986-1992. I'm sorry to hear this news. I always liked Karen. My heart is deeply saddened and I pray God will comfort her dear family and friends during this time.
Brenda Nevidjon
April 3, 2015
Donnie, Karen was an integral member of our ACUTH group and we send oyr thoughts and prayers to you and the family.
Mike & Brenda Ousley
April 2, 2015
Donnie, we were very sad to hear of Karen's passing. You and your family are in our prayers.
Brenda Tyree
April 2, 2015
Karen impacted all lives she touched. That was many. I remember when she left UK for another position - it was a big loss to the nurses. She was a special person, mentor, and instructor. I am so sorry for your loss.
April 2, 2015
A special lady to many. She will be greatly missed. Prayers of comfort and strength to all her family.
Lisa Howard, RN, UKMC
April 1, 2015
A wonderful lady who will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers to her family and friends. With fond memories, Jan & Roger Yankey
Kimothy Sparks
April 1, 2015
A very nice lady and a nurse's nurse. She is a saint among nurses and was always about the profession of nursing and what was best for patients. She could also give great advice and understand the stress that we sometimes faced. RIP good lady.
Kimberly Short-Campbell
April 1, 2015
I will miss her cheerful attitude, wonderful smile and big heart. She is at peace now and will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers to all of you at this very difficult time. Kimberly Short Campbell RN at UKMC
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