Karen Bevans, 69 of Butler, Missouri passed
away October 8, 2024 at her home in Butler.
A visitation will be held from 10:00 am to 11:00 am Monday, October 14,
2024 at Mullinax Funeral Home, Butler (660-679-0009). Memorial services will follow at 11:00 am
Monday, also at the funeral home with inurnment in Oak Hill Cemetery,
Butler. Messages of condolence may be
left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Karen Janine Bevans,
a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, “Meme” and friend.
Karen was born on December
10, 1954, the daughter of Edward and Martha Anderson Bevans.
Her vibrant spirit touched the lives of all who knew her.
Affectionately known as “The General” or “Meme”. Karen was a woman of strength
and conviction, never afraid to speak her mind or stand her ground. Her fierce
love for her family was unparalleled; there was nothing she wouldn’t do to
support her children and grandchildren. She took immense joy in spoiling her
grandkids, always finding ways to shower them with affection and wisdom.
Karen had a passion for sharing her culinary talents and
exceptional seamstress skills, often spending joyful afternoons teaching her
grandchildren how to sew and cook. Her kitchen was a place of laughter and
love, as she prepared meals that brought everyone together. Karen was also a perfect party planner and
birthdays were special events, with attention to every detail.
In addition to her family life, Karen found fulfillment in her
work at Short Street Tavern, where she created lasting connections and memories
with those around her. She took great
pride in being a devoted waitress and friend to everyone there.
Karen’s legacy of love, strength, and resilience will continue to
inspire all who were fortunate enough to know her. She will be deeply missed but will live on in
the hearts of her family and friends forever.
Karen was preceded in death by her father, Edward Bevans; her
mother, Martha Anderson; her sister, Michele Coigny; her brothers, John Wakeland and Johnathan
Wakeland and her nephew Blake Bevans. She is survived by her beloved children: Lee, along
with his family—Melanie, Kody, Bailee, Addy, and Hallie; Elizabeth and her family—Daniel,
Riggen, Raeth, Robey, Lena, and Orrin; Seth and his family—Rachael, Peyton, and Matilda; and
Jedadiah, who is joined by Sara. Karen also leaves behind her devoted brothers, Mark and
Douglas Bevans, and her nieces and nephews.
