Karen Smee Obituary
The world bids farewell to Karen Smee of Vonore, Tennessee, departing on August 21, 2025 at the age of 78. Karen leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Karen Smee or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
Though Karen has departed this earthly realm, her legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May her spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.
She was predeceased by: her parents, James Briggs and Maria Briggs; and her sister Linda Briggs. She is survived by: her brother Craig Briggs; and her niece Tammy Renner.
Visitation will be held on Monday, August 25th 2025 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Biereley-Hale Funeral Home (4650 US-411, Madisonville, TN 37354). A rosary will be held on Monday, August 25th 2025 at 7:00 PM at the same location. A funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, August 26th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church (649 Old Tellico Hwy N, Madisonville, TN 37354).
