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Karen Mims Starrett

January 16, 1954 — May 7, 2017

Karen Starrett
1954-2017

Karen Mims Starrett, 63, of Cramerton, passed away on Sunday, May 7, 2017 at the Robin Johnson House, Dallas surrounded by her loving family. Karen was born in Richmond County and was the daughter of the late L. F. "Harry" Mims and Doris Presswood Mims.

Karen was a devoted wife, mother and "B.B." all of her life. She had a strong faith in the Lord and she touched the lives of many and will be greatly missed by all.

She is survived by her beloved husband Eddie Starrett; their beloved daughter, Sarah Starrett; step-son, Charlie Starrett and wife Kimberly; step-daughter, Faith Glasgow and husband Shawn and their daughter, Pipar; beloved pet Riley.

She was a proud and devoted grandmother "BB" to her cherished grandchildren, Megan, Skyler, Drew and Mason.

She is also survived by sisters, Kathy (Robert) McLaughlin and Linda (Dave) Hartgen; other family, Moody Lane, Debbie Mims, Sharon and Richard Baugh, James M. Mims, and her beloved "Samoan" family and friends.

The family would like to give special recognition to the wonderful staff of CaroMont ICU, especially Melody Clary, RN and supportive staff of Robin Johnson House for their kindness and compassion during this time.

A special thank you to Pastor Sam Mintz for being so faithful in visiting her during this time.

Family will receive friends from 3:00 – 4:00 p.m., Friday, May 12th at Withers and Whisenant Funeral Home with a 4:00 p.m. Celebration of Life Service to follow in the Chapel with Reverend Jarrett McLaughlin and Reverend Sam Mintz officiating.

Memorials may be made to Gaston Hospice, P.O. Box 3984, Gastonia, North Carolina 28054.

Online condolences may be made at: www.withersandwhisenantfuneral.com ;

The family is being served by Withers and Whisenant Funeral Home, Gastonia.
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