Karen Guin Ritenour

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Appalachian Funeral Services & Crematorium - Sylva

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September 4, 2025

Karen Ritenour Obituary

Karen Guin Ritenour of Sylva, NC, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born to the late Patty Smith Petigo and Gary Slick Guin on October 22, 1975.She is survived by her loving husband... Read Karen Ritenour's Obituary