Karen Jean Willis Emory, 63 of Polkville Road, Shelby, passed away on Sunday, January 1, 2023 at Atrium Health - Cleveland.

Born in West Virginia on January 1, 1960, she was the daughter of the late Larry Dale Willis and Leona Stage Willis.

Survivors include two sons, Bradley Willis of Lawndale and David Willis of Nebo; 4 grandchildren; brother, Larry Willis and sister, Charlotte Rose.

Services will be private.

A guest register is available at www.stameytysingerfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., Fallston, NC.