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Karen Egan Obituary
KAREN DARLENE COCHRAN EGAN, 74, of Proctorville, Ohio, formerly of Barboursville, W.Va., passed away on September 13, 2023, at St. Mary's Medical Center following a brief illness. She was born on January 28, 1949, in McDowell County, W.Va. She was preceded in death by her parents Leonard and Gladys Cochran, and brother Larry Cochran. She married Ken Egan in 1978 and recently celebrated 45 years of marriage last month. She attended Marshall University and worked for 43 years at SMC/Becker Mining. Her favorite hobbies included morning walks, spoiling her grandsons, serving others, and most recently pickleball. She was a member of Lewis Memorial Baptist Church and loved serving the Lord. She is survived by her husband Ken, son Matthew (Amber), grandchildren Jonah and Elijah, brother Tracy (Hilda) Cochran, and sister Patrica Delp. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, September 16, 2023, at Lewis Memorial Baptist Church, with memorial service immediately after visitation. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be sent to the Huntington City Mission directed to the "feeding program." Donations can be sent by check or electronically under the donate tab at hcmwv.org. Online condolences may be sent to www.chapmans-mortuary.com.
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Cindy Johnson (friend of Dan & Cathy)
September 21, 2023
I´m so sorry for your loss. What a dear, beautiful soul! She certainly loved her dear grandsons! Mike & I will be praying for all of you.
Cindy Johnson
Steve and Karen Carnohan
September 18, 2023
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Dave Tomasek
September 16, 2023
Our thoughts and prayers for you, Matt and family at this time. Darlene was such an encourager and her smile would light up a room. She always had something uplifting to say whenever we crossed paths. Our time serving together at Highlawn was such a blessing.
May God´s love and mercy comfort you in the days ahead.
Dave and Terry Tomasek
Nancy Spurlock
September 16, 2023
Ken and Matthew, I am so sorry for your loss. Darlene was a wonderful person and friend. I know you will miss her terribly, but you know exactly where she is. She loved the Lord and He loved her and He loves you and will watch over you. Wes and Seth send their sympathies, also.
Nancy Spurlock
John Landacre
September 15, 2023
I'm so shocked to see this news. I just recently ran into Darlene (and Ken) out and about. Darlene was always a joy to know, and I always thought of her as a good friend, though I hadn't seen her often since going to Highlawn Baptist Church in the 80s. Deepest sympathies to Ken and Matthew and family. Darlene loved Jesus, and is no doubt delighted to now be with Him.
Scott and Terry Hill
September 15, 2023
Darlene was such a kind and caring person. She truly lived her faith in Christ by her actions.
She will be missed but we know she´s with her Savior. We will see her again one day!
Sharon Nanney
September 15, 2023
My heart is just broken. Ken and Matthew I just don´t even have the words. Darlene was always a part of my life. She was one sweet soul. I feel so blessed I got to see her last month. Big hugs to you all.
Larry and Debbie Brewster
September 15, 2023
Larry and I will miss Darlene. She was always a bright light when we saw her at her parents. Love and hugs for you all. May God strengthen and comfort you today and in the days to come. Larry and Debbie Brewster
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