Karen Kay Lance
March 2, 1959 ~ January 16, 2016
Resided in:
Fletcher, NC
Karen Kay Lance, 56, passed away January 16, 2016 at the Hospice Solace Center in Asheville.
Ms. Lance was born in Buncombe County to Roy Henry Lance and the late Patsy Lovin Lance. She was also preceded in death by her grandparents, Roy and Thelma Lance and Clyde and Valerie Lakey Lovin.
Karen is survived by her son, Jerry Palmer and his wife, Brandy of Roanoke, VA; a sister, Susan Fisher and her daughter, Zoe; two grandchildren, Lynnzie Palmer and Tripp Palmer and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
A memorial service was scheduled for Saturday, January 23 but due to weather, it has been rescheduled for 10:00 AM on Saturday, January 30, 2016 at Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian.
The family will receive friends immediately following the service at the funeral home.
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RIP my dear friend you surely will be missed
karen you will now be able to be pain free and fly with the angel you are..i am so sorry to the family you left behind. YOUR memories and love will never be forgotten…prayers and blessings to your family…
Sorry for you loss. Praying for every and you and the kids.
Susan and family, I’m so sorry for your loss. When I look at this picture, I see the vivacious little girl I remember so fondly from our childhood. Until our paths cross again old friend.
I first met Karen when she requested to join our Post Radiation online support group. I placed her in the group and from that day on it was apparent that she was a strong and loving woman. Karen never missed an opportunity to help and give tremendous support to others dealing with health issues after treatment for cancer. She made many friends in our group with her kindness and willingness to readily offer much needed support in their time of need and each one of us feel honored to have known her. She will be forever in our hearts.
I also met Karen in an online support group. No matter what she was dealing with, she always gave of herself. Her love and encouragement have helped so many women. She will truly never be forgotten! Much love to all Karen’s friends and family. I’m truly sorry for your loss.
I’very known Karen since high school and was privileged to call her my friend. Years passed before our paths crossed again via FB, and the friendship was instantly reignited. We chatted often, shared laughs and stories. Her courage in the face of adversity was inspirational as was her determination and will to enjoy her life, family and friends. Karen, you will be missed but you will never be forgotten.
Sending my thoughts and prayers, May God comfort you and give you peace.im sorry for your loss.
Sorry for your lost Brandy and Jerry.
I have worked with Karen Lance very closely for about nine years she was a good person and awesome mentor in my life.
So sorry for ur lose I didn’t even know she was sick. So sorry for ur lose. I missed working with her. I worked with for 24 years she was a sweet generous person miss her a lot.
So sorry for your loss. I worked with Karen for years. I admire her for her courage throughout her illness. Always saying ‘it is what it is, I am going to make the best of it’. She will be truly missed. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
I’m so very sorry for the family’s loss. I’m praying for your peace and comfort during this sad time. Karen is healed now and enjoying a great reunion in heaven. I treasure the high school years and band memories of Karen.
Theywill build houses and live in them, and they will plant vineyards and eat their fruitage. They will not build for someone else to inhabit, nor will they plant for others to eat.For the days of my people will be like the days of a tree, and the work of their hands my chosen ones will enjoy to the full ‘.
Susan,
Robbie & I are so sorry to hear of Karen’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all the family.
Ruthie & Robbie Dempsey
Offering sincere condolences to the family of Ms. Karen Lance. My prayers are with you in this time of sadness. Losing a loved one is never easy to deal with, however we have Almighty God’s assurance that He cares for us. May you experience His loving care.
I didn’t know Karen but will get the chance when she is resurrected to a paradise earth. Acts 24:15.
My sincere condolences to the family of Karen Lance. May you find comfort in your loving memories, and in God’s promise to soon ‘swallow up death forever’ and ‘wipe away the tears from all faces.’ (Isaiah 25;8) With deepest sympathy,
Keeping you all in my prayers.