Karen Rose Spencer passed away at home in Bentonville, Arkansas on September 4, 2026. She was born to the late John and Pearl Spencer in Des Moines, Iowa on August 7, 1950. Karen enjoyed reading, especially with her pets by her side. Her fondest memories were those moments shared with her family. Karen is preceded in death by her brother James Spencer.

She is survived by her daughters, Carlen Bilbrey and Emmett of Bentonville, Jennifer Spencer of Bella Vista; grandchildren, John Spencer and Miranda, Hannah Rust and Michael, Kail Bilbrey and Destinee, Spencer Williams and Leah, Jackson Bilbrey, Megan Bilbrey, Samantha Burk; brother, Michael Spencer; and many other friends and family.