Springfield – Karen Eason Loper, 68, passed away Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at her residence.

The Effingham County native was a homemaker and a member of Clyo United Methodist Church. Her world revolved around her grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward M. Loper.

Survivors include her daughter, Stephanie Loper (Jacob); step-daughter, Linda Loper; grandchildren, Dusten, Destiny, and Little Josh; 3 step-grandchildren, David, Rachel and Robert; sisters, Ouida E. Hinely and Angie E. Askew (Chuck); a brother, Jerry Eason (Nancy); and several nieces and nephews.

Visitation: 11 am – 12 noon Saturday, December 18, 2021 in the funeral home.

Funeral: 12 noon Saturday, December 18, 2021 in the funeral home chapel.

Interment: Springfield Cemetery

Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Home, Effingham Chapel. (912) 754-6421.