Dear Fletcher family

I am so very sorry for the loss of Karen death brings an unbearable pain to our lives and as times passes all that is left is a gaping hole that seems will never be closed. I wanted to share a magnificent hope that God has in store for mankind. A beautiful promise that will soon be fulfilled and rejoice the heart of many. John 5:28,29 says Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out. Soon that gaping hole that is left will be closed and filled with the loving embrace of Karen, May this promise give hope you and strength to continue.. 

She was my 1st Wife, and for many reasons I will never forget her. We shared a lot of wonderful times together. We made 2 beautiful babies. Who to this day are fine upstanding and happy adults. james Aron Gadberry and Leah Beath Gadberry.  I owe a lot of that credit to her.  She was always there for family of friends. Her gifts were well thought out and away exactly what the receiver wanted. She’s smart, creative, and at the right time humorous. 

  Well as they say opposites attract and that is true. But eventually we  repelled each other like magnets. She was always  straightforward honest calm. I have always been to wild and outa control. And it got the worst of me. It broke us up. All my bad. 

 there will always be a special place in my heart for Karen. 

Karen was not only a neighbor but became a great friend since the mid 1980’s. Sharing her children, Jimmy and then our princess Leah with me and my hubby, Steven.  

Karen and I have been to several Jackson Browne concerts together. Almost got kicked out when I snuck in a camera and the flash alerted security. 😳 

 We hosted parties together and stayed in touch throughout the many years of life changes. 

We were blessed to have known such a caring woman. The love for her children, nephews, nieces and family was amazing. Karen was always there for them. 

I can’t believe you’re gone. We were chatting last week about you heading home to continue healing. Sadly your body could not hold your spirit. I know we will always have an angel by our side watching over us and especially your children. 

Thank you Karen for asking Steve and I to continue being a part of your children’s lives. We are honored. We will miss you, but know, one day we will see you again. Fly free angel.