Karen Cannon Scott, 75, of Morganton passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 16th, 2024 surrounded by her family. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Sam, daughter Stephanie Scott-Gaddy and husband Jim of Asheville, son, Brandon Scott, wife Tonya, and her pride and joy, granddaughter, Addy Jean Scott. She is also survived by her sister, Regina Murphy and husband, Mike, her mother, Sue Mull, and step-grandchildren, Chelsey Gaddy and James Gaddy, wife Cassie.
Karen is preceded in death by her father, Dan Cannon, and her step-father, Howard Dale Mull.
Karen lived in the Morganton area her entire life and retired after 32 years of service from Vocational Rehabilitation at the NC School for the Deaf. She enjoyed collecting thoughts and photos from her life, and the lives of her children and grandchildren. She was compassionate, thoughtful, caring, and a devout Christian as a proud member of Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church. Karen was a committed and loving wife, mother, sister, daughter, and for the last ten years, has been the absolute best Mimi to Addy Jean.
Friends and family are invited to celebrate her life on Wednesday, June 19th, from 3:00pm - 4:00pm at Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church (1698 Conley Road, Morganton). Funeral and graveside services will be held following with the Reverend Keith Burkhart officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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My condolences to her family and friends. I remember her at NCSD (North Carolina School for the Deaf). She was very sweet and lovely and she was very caring for the students.
I worked with Karen at NCSD Voc. Rehab. She was a quiet Christian lady that never said an unkind word about anyone. She was always smiling and eager to help others that needed her assistance. Heaven has gained a precious soul. Sam and family, I am praying you feel the Lords presence with you to give comfort. Phyllis Wilson
I hate to hear about Karen. I did not realize Regina was her sister. I am so sorry for your loss@
So sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of Karen while working with her at VR NCSD.
Stephanie-- My deepest condolences in the loss of your Mom. Please know that you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Mike Browne
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Karen was such a sweet person every encounter I have ever had with her.
Sorry for your loss Stephanie, I only met your mom a couple of times briefly but anytime you spoke of her it was obvious how much you loved her.
Mike and Regina So sorry for your loss. Praying God's comfort is felt my you and your family. God bless!!!
I worked with Karen for a long time at Vocational Rehabilitation. She was a very caring, supportive and loving person to all her co-workers. She will be missed.