Karen Hawkins Keller, 60, of Tellico Plains passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.

She was a highly devoted wife, mother, mamaw, sister and friend. She enjoyed helping people in need and never expected anything in return. She loved to shop and loved a good bargain. She loved her family and friends dearly. Her grandchildren were the highlight of her life.

Preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Pat Hawkins; and nephew, (B.J.) Brandon Radford of Maryville.

Survivors include her husband of 36 years, Kenneth Wayne Keller Jr.; children, Dillon Keller (Anna), Lauren Keller (Logan) and Luke Keller; grandchildren, Hunter Keller, Liam Johnston and Liberty Johnston; sister, Laura Radford (C.B.); special niece and nephew, Emmy Radford and Hank Radford; several great nieces and nephews; and special pet and companion, Twig, her tea cup chihuahua.

Special thanks to Blount Senior Care Partners of Maryville, Amedisys Home Health and UT Hospice, and caregiver, Fay Murphy.

There will be no formal services and the family will gather at a later date for a private graveside at Hopewell Springs Cemetery in Madisonville.

You are invited to share a personal memory of Karen or your condolences with her family at her online memorial located at www.companionfunerals.com. Companion Funeral Home of Athens and the Cody family are honored to assist the family with these arrangements.