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Karen Hillary

07/28/1960 - 08/10/2023

Obituary For Karen Hillary

Carter Funeral Home humbly announces the peaceful transition of Ms. Karen Hillary, of Midway, AL.
Ms. Hillary transitioned into eternal rest Thursday, August 10, 2023, at the age of 63.


The Commemoration of Life will begin with a public visitation, Friday, August 18, 2023, from 2:00 pm until 5:00 pm at Carter Funeral Home.


The Farewell Life Celebration will be held Saturday, August 19, 2023, at 11:00 am from the sanctuary of the New Mt. Silla Missionary Baptist Church of Midway, AL.
Pastor James Person will deliver the message of comfort.


Interment will follow in the New Mt. Silla Baptist Cemetery.


In accordance with recommended COVID-19 Protocols, all attendees are requested to utilize appropriate facial coverings, maintain social distancing, and minimize physical contact.

Sis.KAREN HILLARY was born July 28, 1960 in
Barbour County to the late Ruby Williams. She
transitioned from this life on Thursday, August 10, 2023 at her
home.


She joined New Mt. Silla Baptist Church at an early age. She
served her church family as Secretary of the Sunday School and
was a faithful member of the Choir.


Sister Karen was preceded in death by her mother: sons:
Montell and Tamonte; and Mom Flora Hillary who raised her as
her own. Karen attended and graduated from Rebecca Comer
High School in 1978. Karen worked at Wayne Farms and Bonnie
Plant Farm until her health started to decline. Karen enjoyed
the company of her family and friends.


Karen leaves to cherish her memories Madea-Anna Hillary;
4 daughters: Deanna (Brandon) Fortson, Timera (Robert)
Murphy, Morgan and Monica Sellers; 12 grandchildren: Brandon
Jr., Braylen, Jayce, Bri’Elle, Kamille, Brooke, Baileigh, Leroy,
Tenisha, Terrell Jr., Kamora and Kyrie; 2 stepsons: Terrance
(Shanty) and Kelvin (Jessica); a loving companion of 31 years,
Tim Sellers; three sisters: Gwendolyn Williams, Angela Sellers,
and Christine Sellers; four brothers: Rev. John (Wanda) Hillary,
John Sellers, Joe Sellers, and Peter Williams; one uncle, Fred Lee
Hillary, Winter Haven, FL; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins,
and friends. Special Friends/cousins: Sharon and Tay Simpson,
Valarie Wilson, Emma Williams, Ethel Ford, Debra Stevenson,
and Jacqueline Tarver


The Staff of Carter Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with the Final Life Celebration Arrangements for the late Ms. Karen Hillary.

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Services

Visitation 2 PM to 5 PM

Aug
18
Carter Funeral Home

109 Holcombe Ave
Union Springs, AL 36089

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Interment

Aug
19
New Mt. Silla Baptist Church Cemetery

1432 County Road 49
Midway , AL 36053

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Farewell Celebration

Aug
19
New Mt. Silla Baptist Church

1432 County Road 49
Midway , AL 36053

11:00 AM
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Condolences & Tributes

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My Deepest Sympathy to the Hillary Family Praying 🙏 for you girls strength May God Continues to bless you all.Beverly Calhoun and Family.

Beverly Calhoun

I'm so happy I had the years of knowing Karen and her family. I will truly miss her. Family Members remember God has all you need.

Joann Davis

My sincere condolences to the family. Please find peace in knowing that God understands our grief and that He cares. (1 Peter 5: 6 & 7)

Elizabeth Knox/Robbins

Again I say stay STRONG because that is exactly what your mother would want you girls to do.Aint got to tell y'all to stick together because y'all been doing a great job of that all your lives, but I will say keep on sticking together just glue because God will see you through it.Heaven is real and you will see your mother again, but until then, keep sticking together.God bless you all.Amen

Barbara Streeter Dowdell

My deepest condolences to Dee,Tamira, Monica Morgan and Karen's grandchildrens.It broke my heart to hear about your loss.Karen and I were friends for years and I still can't hardly believe she's not here anymore.Im praying for you all night and day because God can heal and ease your pain, only God & time can and will do that.I love y'all Soo much and I wish I can just erase what you're going through but it's not in my hand but it's was God's plan and everything is in His Hands.He has His long arms of protection around all of you so strong because that is exactly what your mother would want.We all got to travel this same journey one day.Yes,we all going to miss her so think of the good golden memories.I know that's what I'm gonna do.Gone but never forgotten.Kal R.I.P. because you fought a good fight and now you've earned your 🌟 starry crown.Now God says welcome home my child enter thy Master's Joy.

Barbara Streeter Dowdell

Thank you for your expression of confidence by selecting our services. May time bring you comfort and strength. Sincerely, The Staff and Management of Carter Funeral Home

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