Karen L. Maddox, 76, Upland, passed away in her home on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. She was born in Meadow Bridge, West Virginia, on Monday, June 26, 1950, to Millard and Juanita (McCoin) Bennett. On June 15, 2013, she married Larry Maddox and he survives.
Karen attended West Del High then went to cosmetology school and worked as a beautician for many years. She owned her own shop when she lived in Florida and loved doing hair. She attended Church of God of Prophecy and Lighthouse Calvary Church and was very involved in music. She was a great singer and loved gospel music. She was a devoted follower of Christ. She loved shopping, especially for shoes, clothes, and jewelry.
Survivors include her husband, Larry Maddox of Upland; sons, Aaron (Christy) Glancy, Jared Glancy; stepchildren, Holly (Alex) Brand, James (Cindy) Maddox; 9 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; siblings, Millard K. (Dawn) Bennett, Joyce E. Bennett, Patricia (Bob) Richards, Ray D. (Joann) Bennett, Dewayne C. (Sharie) Bennett; several nieces, nephews, and extended family members; as well as a special niece, Angie Withers; and best friend, Shelia Sheppard.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Millard C. and Juanita Bennett; sisters, Carol J. Richards and Sharon C. Bennett; and brothers-in-law, Mark H. Richards and Michael Vinson.
The family will receive visitors from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at Church of God of Prophecy, 906 N. 10th St., Gas City, IN.
Immediately following the time of visitation, a service to celebrate Karen’s life will begin at 1:00 pm with Pastor Troy Kaufman officiating. Burial will take place at Thompson Cemetery in Gaston, IN.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society P.O. Box 681405, Indianapolis, IN 46268-1405.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Needham-Storey-Wampner Funeral & Cremation Service, Storey Chapel 400 E. Main St., Gas City, IN.
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