Karen L. Knotts

Karen L. Morgan Knotts, 81, of Westover, passed away Friday, May 16th, 2025, at Genesis Healthcare Madison Center in Morgantown with her family by her side.
She was born April 1, 1944, in Morgantown, a daughter of the late William Jennings Bryan Morgan, and the late Thelma Absalom Morgan.
Karen is survived by two daughters, Lisa Ann Hileman of Kingwood and Molly Beth Knotts of Westover; three sons, Timothy Allen Knotts of Kingwood, Christopher Lynn Knotts and wife Nicole of Alabama, and Todd Matthew Knotts and wife Miki of Morgantown; her grandchildren, Elyssa Knotts, Justin Knotts and wife Coutney, Tyler Knotts and wife Alex, Nicholas Knotts, Jael Knotts, Leilani Knotts, Gordon Pull and his wife Ashlee, Zachary Pull and wife Molly, Zachary Flesher and wife Cait, and Jordan Steele and wife Jenna; several great-grandchildren; and her many special and devoted friends including Patty Fisher and Geraldine Toth who were with her almost every day. As an only child, Karen held close relationships all throughout her life with her many cousins whom she treasured.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Mervin Knotts; her daughter Pamela Sue Pull; her son, Bryan Earl Steele; grandson Joshua Knotts; and son-in-law Wendell Hileman.
Karen was a 1962 graduate of Morgantown High School and was heavily involved with their reunion committee for several years. She worked in the home department at Elder Beerman for 17 years, and then as a part time Pharmacy Technician at Giant Eagle.
She loved country line dancing and was active in the area senior centers taking in as many activities as she could. She was also an avid quilter, and a member of a quilting league for many years.
Beyond anything, her family describes her as the mother of all mothers. She was an excellent provider of anything they ever needed and made sure they wanted for nothing.
Friends may join the family to honor Karens life and legacy at Smith Funeral & Cremation Care, 108 Holland Ave., Westover (304-292-9494) on Thursday, May 22nd from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm, and again on Friday, May 23rd from 10:00 am until the time of the funeral service at 11:00 am officiated by Pastor Kevin Cain. Following the funeral service, Karen will be laid to rest with her beloved husband Mervin at Beverly Hills Memorial Gardens.
Condolences and other gifts of comfort may be offered to the family at www.smithfcc.com.
Interment
Friday, May 23, 2025
11:15 AM - 11:30 AM (EST)
Beverly Hills Memorial Gardens
1290 Fairmont Road
Morgantown, West Virginia 26501
United States
Funeral Service
Friday, May 23, 2025
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM (EST)
Smith Funeral & Cremation Care
108 Holland Avenue
Morgantown, West Virginia 26501
United States
Visitation with the Family
Friday, May 23, 2025
09:00 AM - 10:00 AM (EST)
Smith Funeral & Cremation Care
108 Holland Avenue
Morgantown, West Virginia 26501
United States
Visitation with the Family
Thursday, May 22, 2025
03:00 PM - 07:00 PM (EST)
Smith Funeral & Cremation Care
108 Holland Avenue
Morgantown, West Virginia 26501
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