Karen Hill Obituary
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Karen Gwen Hill, age 62, of Van Buren, Arkansas, passed away on Monday, March 3, 2025, in Fort Smith, Arkansas. She was born on August 11, 1962, in Van Buren, Arkansas, to William and Ruth Naomi Valencia.
On July 11, 1992, Karen married the love of her life, Dennis Hill, in Kibler, Arkansas. She embraced life wholeheartedly, always striving to live it to the fullest. She had a deep appreciation for the outdoors and found joy in gardening and hunting. More recently, she developed a love for K-dramas, and throughout her life, she was an avid reader.
Karen is survived by her beloved daughter, Tasha Villarreal. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dennis Hill; her parents, William and Ruth Naomi Valencia; her and her brothers, James Goff, Henry Goff, and John Valencia, Sr.
She will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Cremation services are under the thoughtful care of River Glenn Cremation and Funeral Services
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