• Karen Dawkins

    14 Aug 2016

  • Karen Sue Dawkins, 60, of Dallas went to be with the Lord on August 14, 2016.  She was born to George and Louise Smith on October 9, 1955. Karen was a loving nurse, full of compassion, who devoted her life to helping others. Karen enjoyed volunteering at Camp Aldersgate working with special needs children. Karen had a love for all her patients and loved to travel to nursing conventions with her sister Shirley.

    Karen is preceded in death by her parents, and her brother Lonnie Griffin.

    Karen is survived by her husband, James Dawkins, her sister, Shirley (Darrell) Hughes, her nephews, Michael Hughes, Rodney Hughes, James Griffin, Tracy Griffin, and her nieces, Natasha Langston, Penny Griffin, and Tammy Griffin.

    Visitation will be on Thursday, August 18, 2016 from 6-8 PM at the Atkinson Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 AM, Friday, August 19, 2016 at the Atkinson Chapel with Bro. Ron Grigsby officiating.

    Arrangements entrusted to Atkinson Funeral Home in Malvern. Guests may leave online condolences at www.atkinsonfuneralhome.net

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  • 16 comments

    Gloria Hurst

    18 Aug 2016

    Karen was one of the sweetest people I have known. She started as a work friend and soon was simply "friend". I enjoyed my times with her at conventions and seeing the sights. She was always up for anything in the cities we visited. I will miss her and will think of her often. My condolences to all of you. Shirley - she loved you so much. She was always looking for a new trinket or a different wizard of oz souvenir to get you. Praying for your peace and comfort.

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    Nancy Robinson

    18 Aug 2016

    So sorry for your loss. if I can't do anything to make things easier, just let me know. love you my sister.

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    Vickie Stumon-Landreth

    18 Aug 2016

    So very sorry for your loss. Prayers for all.

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    Mary McIntire

    18 Aug 2016

    I had the pleasure to get to know Karen while she attended Immanuel Baptist in Little Rock. We were "roomies" when our group went on a retreat and she was just such a sweet person. Although she was quiet, I always enjoyed talking with her. I know she is with our Lord, and happy in Heaven. I pray for God's comfort to surround all who are grieving her loss.

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    Carolyn

    18 Aug 2016

    Karen was a very sweet and loving person that will be missed. We all were blessed to have known her for even a short time.

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    Elizabeth, Lucy and Jane

    18 Aug 2016
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    Dear Shirley and Family, Our hearts are broken! We loved Karen first as a friend, and then as our sister whom we grew to love very much. Her service to her patients was extraordinary and beyond belief. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you now and in the days ahead. With heartfelt sympathy, Elizabeth, Lucy, and Jane

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    Karen Ivy

    18 Aug 2016

    Shirley and family, I am so sorry for your loss, and pray for God's peace and comfort for you. May God hold all of you in the palm of his hand. Love, Karen Ivy

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    Debbie & Ron Fast

    19 Aug 2016

    Thinking of you...

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    Rebekah

    19 Aug 2016

    Karen was an Angel on earth and now she is God's Angel in Heaven.

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    Teri Jones

    19 Aug 2016

    My Prayers Are With You

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    Melissa Porterfield

    19 Aug 2016

    I'm so sorry for your loss. Hugs and prayers.

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    Jennifer Neighbors

    19 Aug 2016

    Karen was a sweet, kind person and a wonderful nurse. I had the pleasure of working with her early in my career. She showed me what a compassionate nurse truly was. She will be missed, your family will be in my thought and prayers.

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    Alicia Duke

    19 Aug 2016
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    We will miss Karen. She was a kind and caring Nurse and friend. Will always remember her. She lives forever in our hearts.

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    Magnet Cove United Methodist Church

    20 Aug 2016

    Our church is praying for your family and friends.

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    Amanda Hawkins

    21 Aug 2016

    Karen was a awesome co-worker and would do anything for her patients and friends. She had a heart of love and surely will be missed.

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    Amy Keeling

    2 Sep 2016

    I was saddened to hear of the loss of Karen. I had the honor of working along side her at Baptist Health. I have never met a kinder or sweeter soul. God bless your family.

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