Karen Jean Reeves

karen reeves

September 27, 1945 ~ April 19, 2023

Born in: St. Cloud, Minnesota
Resided in: Dacula, Georgia

Karen Jean Reeves age 77 passed away unexpectedly on April 19, 2023 at 5:20 pm. She was born a country girl on September 27, 1945 in St Cloud, MN to Harold and Elsie Olson. She married the love of her life, Jim Reeves, June of 1965 in Monroe, MI.

Karen was all about family, she was our rock for sure! She was the one we all went to that listened and gave great advice! She loved celebrating holidays, get togethers, baking, as well as cooking. Of course Mexican food and margaritas were her favorite!

Karen is survived by her husband Jim Reeves of Dacula GA; sister Edna McCormick of Sauk Rapids MN, sister Sharon O’Brien of Dawsonville GA; her children Tina Suttler & husband Quincey of Dallas GA, Scott Reeves & Partner Chris Suggs of Winder GA, Kari Suttler & husband Bernard of Dallas GA, Jimmy Reeves & wife Vicki of Bethlehem GA; five grandchildren Devin Suttler, Savannah Suttler, Autumn Suttler, Brittany DiSimone, Jake Lamb and great grandchildren Isabella DiSimone & Phoenix Suttler all of whom she loved and touched deeply

Please join us in celebrating her life Sunday afternoon April 23, 2023 from 2pm-4pm at Wages and Sons 1031 Lawrenceville Hwy Lawrenceville, GA 30046.

Services

Visitation: April 23, 2023 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Wages & Sons Gwinnett Chapel
1031 Lawrenceville Hwy.
Lawrenceville, GA 30046

770-277-4550

Memorial Service: April 23, 2023 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Wages & Sons Gwinnett Chapel
1031 Lawrenceville Hwy.
Lawrenceville, GA 30046

770-277-4550

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  1. CandleImageKAREN, I LOVE YOU SO MUCH. YOU HAVE ALWAYS BEEN HERE FOR ME AND I WILL ALWAYS MISS YOU. I CAN’T WAIT TILL I SEE YOU AGAIN. I LOVE YOU AND I WILL MISS YOU SO MUCH, NOTHING WILL BE THE SAME WITHOUT
    YOU

  2. CandleImageI hit the mother-in-law lottery. She was the best mother-in-law you could ask for. I loved sitting at the kitchen table with her and talking and listening about everything in life. We’d talk about all of the things people tell you not to talk about politics, religion, and any other thing that came to mind. Most the time we did not agree, but we enjoyed our conversations. She also baked the best cupcakes from scratch. I think she could have started a cupcake company and would’ve been super successful. She always told me how she felt about me as a son-in-law. I always told her that I loved her. I wish I had of told her how much she meant to me. Also how great of a family that she and Jim raised. Especially such a beautiful and wonderful daughter Tina who i have the honor of calling my wife. She was the rock of the family. She will be missed.

  3. CandleImageTina,
    I am so very sorry for your loss. Sending prayers of peace and comfort during these difficult time.

  4. CandleImageHi mom,
    I miss you so very much! It doesn’t seem real that you have left us to soon. I will cherish all the memories we have made throughout my 49 years mom. One of my favorite times with you is every Christmas trying to make that damn peanut butter fudge, that I could never get the consistency right and we would just laugh and laugh over it. I will miss your belly laughter, all your encouragements, your sweet smile and your humble presence❤️❤️ I LOVE YOU MOM! Forever and Always – Love your Mini Twin, your daughter, Kari????????????

  5. CandleImageMom your life here on earth was way to short. You have shared so much and loved us all so deeply. I take after you in so many ways! My tenacity & how I love deeply are only 2 but have gotten me where I am today. Not sure what we will do without you but we will honor you always.
    Love you MOM ????♥️
    Tina

  6. CandleImageWhat we once enjoyed and deeply loved we can never lose, for all that we love deeply becomes part of us.” Helen Keller….Blessings in this time of sorrow to you Tina and Quincey in the passing of your DEAR Mother Karen. May our Lord Jesus comfort you both and dry the tears in your heart and soul and celebrate Karen’s life. Love Ray and Connie Psalm 56:8

  7. CandleImageTo Karen’s family:
    Karen was an Amazing sister and wonderful aunt…A true friend, who will be sorely missed. About five years ago, Karen and Jim hosted a family (sister’s)reunion at their home. Sandy and I escorted Edna and Orville to Georgia joining the reunion. It was a glorious time… We laughed and we cried sharing family stories.
    We treasure these memories and are grieving the loss of our friend, sister, and aunt. Unfortunately, we are unable to join you today, to celebrate Karen’s life. While we are not there in person, we are there in spirit sending our love, deepest sympathies, and prayers to all who mourn her passing. Love, Sheila and family

  8. CandleImageSome of my favorite memories from my childhood were being dropped off with Nanny & Papa. I always got to play with whichever dog was roaming the house at the time and try and churn butter in the old churn. I’d run around outside before trying to find cartoons on the tv. At the end of the day we’d always go eat black licorice and watch old westerns until I fell asleep. Holidays were always a huge gathering at the house and everyone was full of smiles. I love you Nanny and I’ll miss you always.

  9. CandleImageMom I shall truly truly miss your smile, laughter and kind heart. You have shown me so much love. The Family and holidays gets together. Conversations we have about life and life experiences. I will truly miss. You have show me the balance on how to raise a family. I always hear your voice and spirit, which you always have told me one time you better take care of my daughter. And with my last breath I shalI. I will miss you dearly mom love you so much may you rest in peace. I will see you again !!!!!!!

  10. CandleImageI will always remember our family gatherings at Nanny Karen’s. We had so many great memories together over the years. I remember being able to talk with her about anything. She was always a good listener, super giving, kind hearted lady & very strong. I speak on behalf of Bella and myself when I say she will be deeply missed and forever loved. Rest in paradise Karen. To the reeves- I love all of you so much, I’m sorry I couldn’t come visit. I wish I could be there with all of you.. I’m there today in spirit and my prayers haven’t stopped ❤️???????? Lighting candles for Karen ????️

  11. CandleImageDespite our physical paths never crossing your affect on my life has been tremendous… through getting to know your daughter Tina I have felt a real connection to you… I am grateful to have your family in my life.

  12. CandleImageKaren, Lots of great memories. Sure am going to miss you. Sure enjoyed when you guys all came up and stayed at our house when you came to Minnesota for a funeral. ( and wearing flip flops with snow on the ground and cold out. Lol) Crazy Southerners! Oh then when Mike and I came down there for vacation and You and Jim took us to Stone Mountain and I was looking out the window and I said ohh look at those cute goats and you burst out laughing and said those are cows Lol Lots of good talks on the phone and laughs. And here I find out few months ago you watch the monkeys videos to. Love you Aunt Karen


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