Karen Diane Wellman

September 27, 1953 - June 3, 2019

Karen Diane Wellman, 65, of Nashville, MI, died Monday, June 3, 2019, after a courageous battle with cancer. Karen was born September 27, 1953 in Charleston, West Virginia, the daughter of Fuller and Mary (Wells) Canterbury. At the age of 24 Karen married Terry Wellman, he passed away 12 years later from cancer. Karen worked at Carefree industries in Charlotte before her retirement at the age of 47. She had a strong love for animals. Karen was also rescuing cats or dogs that were in need. Karen had a heart of gold. Her hobbies included collecting memorabilia from different places she has traveled to, crafting and spending time with her closest friends. These friends became her close family following the passing of her family members. Karen is survived by her brother, Daniel Canterbury; and her very dear friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Terry Wellman in 1989; brothers, Bennett and Larry Canterbury; and her parents Friends are encouraged to support Karen's family. A memorial service will be held Thursday, June 13, 2019, at 10:00 a.m. at Pray Funeral Home. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service from 9-10:00 a.m. If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to The Eaton County Humane Society. Friends and family are encouraged to share memories of Karen on her Tribute Page at www.PrayFuneral.com. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.