Karen Joan Spaeth

Karen Joan Spaeth obituary

Karen Joan Spaeth

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Karen Spaeth Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Alabama Funeral Homes and Cremation Centers - Opelika on Oct. 26, 2025.

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Karen Spaeth, of Equality, Alabama passed away peacefully on October 23, 2025, at the age of 83.

Karen was born in Batavia, NY. On August 10,1942, to the late David and Arlene Spaeth. She is preceded in death by her parents, David and Arlene Spaeth; brothers, Robert Spaeth and Dennis Spaeth; nephew, Stephen Sims. She is survived by her nieces, Stephanie Daniels (Donny), Jennifer Nix (Brian), Brandi Myrick (Richard); and nephew, Robby Spaeth (Mary Frances); great nephews Barrett Spaeth, Boak Sims, and Trip Sims; great niece, Hope Sims; sister-in-laws, Susan Spaeth and Vera Spaeth; great nieces and nephews, Carlee Sides, Allyson Daniels, Amelia and Gavriel Nix, and Walt and Grayson Myrick. Karen also had many special friends but one the family would like to specially thank is Whit and Laura Moorer. Karen was immensely loved and will be greatly missed by all that came in contact with her. Karen was always a joyful and Godly woman who's smile could brighten any room. Her warmth and faith touched everyone that knew her. Special Thanks to Chapman Healthcare in Alexander City, AL. for caring for her so well.

Donations can be made to American Cancer Society, Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Society,
American Heart Association.

The family will have a memorial service scheduled for November 25, 2025 at 11 a.m. at Santuck Baptist Church in Wetumpka, AL.

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October 28, 2025

American Heart Association posted to the memorial.

October 27, 2025

Jean Moe Prince posted to the memorial.

October 27, 2025

Jean Moe Prince posted to the memorial.

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American Heart Association

October 28, 2025

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

Jean Moe Prince

October 27, 2025

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Jean Moe Prince

October 27, 2025

Karen will always be remembered as one of the funny and loving dominos ladies. We had so much fun and laughs every Wednesday. Karen was a very special person for me living next door she was a constant inspiration for the Lord
I know she is sitting on Gods right hand telling him tho continue to work on me and my words
I miss you my friend but know you are in such a much better place until we meet again

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Memorial service

11:00 a.m.

Santuck Baptist Church

Wetumpka, AL

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