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Karen Ruth Edwards

Karen Ruth Edwards, age 80, of Forsyth, Missouri.

Karen Ruth Edwards, age 80, of Forsyth, Missouri, passed away July 4, 2025. She entered this life on March 17, 1945, the daughter of Sydney and Ruth (King) Zanker in Binghamton, New York.

With a feisty and spirited soul, Karen loved to play bingo and card games with family, her favorites being hand and foot and crazy 13. She adored teaching her grandchildren to read, write, and cook. Karen enjoyed fishing, camping, helping others, and loving her cats. The memories and moments created throughout her incredible life will be cherished by all who were blessed with knowing Karen.

Karen is survived by her children: Shirley (Larry Davis) Brittle of Forsyth, Missouri, and Joe (Amanda) Edwards of Forsyth, Missouri; grandchildren: Brian Berriault, Kre Berriault, Anthony Edwards, Hadyn Edwards, Jadyn Edwards, Alexis Turney, Clayton Turney, and Brayden Turney; brothers, John Godbay and Fran McGovern; sister: Kathleen Demeree; as well as several nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents; brothers: Grant Zanker, Danny McGovern, and Brian McGovern; and sisters: Shirley McGovern and Mary Ann McGovern.

There will be a memorial service held at a later date. Arrangements and cremation are under the direction of Cremations of the Ozarks. To leave an online condolence or share a memory, please visit www.cremationsoftheozarks.com.

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