Karen Renea Turner Thompson

Karen Renea Turner Thompson obituary, Mckinney, TX

Karen Renea Turner Thompson

Karen Turner Thompson Obituary

Visit the Charles W. Smith & Sons Funeral Home - McKinney website to view the full obituary.

In loving memory of Karen Renea Turner Thompson, who passed away on November 19, 2025 at the age of 60. Born in McKinney, TX on August 5, 1965 to Elba Ray Turner and Dorothy Neil Binion, she will be remembered for her generosity and aid to others. After graduating from McKinney High School, she dedicated her life to her family, becoming a loving mother to Lindsey, Colby and later, Life. Karen was a passionate and loving person who found joy in caring for others, shopping and The Cowboys.

She is survived by her partner, Chasna Narcisse, children, Lindsey Walden, Colby Thompson and Life Narcisse, her grandchildren Brinley Garlick, Bryson Thompson, Jaxson Walden and Cooper Walden, her brother Jeff Turner and a wide circle of friends. She was preceded in death by her father Elba Turner, mother Dorothy Turner, brother Larry Turner and sister Sue Thomas. 

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Charles W. Smith & Sons Funeral Home - McKinney

601 S. Tennessee St., McKinney, TX 75069

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