Karen Smith Parker left this world on Sunday, April 12th, 2026, with family by her side in Waco, Texas. Karen was born July 14, 1953, in San Saba, Texas, to David and Dorothy Smith. She married Gary Parker. Karen was not only a loving mother, daughter, sister, Memaw and aunt, but a wonderful friend to many. She spent most of her life in Goldthwaite, Texas. Karen enjoyed her reality television shows, crocheting, and being her sassy self. She adored her family so much, and always showed up when it mattered.
She is preceded in death by her father and mother, David and Dorothy; her husband, Gary; and her infant daughter, Bibi.
She is survived by her brothers: David and wife Jackie Smith and their children David J and Lacee; and Jim and wife Kim Smith and their children Kayla, Tanner, and Cindy; her sons, Josh and wife Raelyn Parker, and Matt and wife Crystal Parker; her grandchildren: Zack Parker, Leanne Parker, Campbell Parker, Parker and wife Hailey Harrison, and Blaze Parker; and her great-grandchildren, Gunner Parker and Evalyn Harrison.