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Karen Coulter Ford

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Karen Ford Obituary

Karen Coulter Ford CHARLESTON - Karen Coulter Ford, 60, of Charleston, SC, passed on November 1, 2023. Karen was born August 28, 1963, in Charleston County, SC, to the late John William Coulter and Annie Hawkins Coulter. After a long battle with Alzheimer's, she finally found rest. She is survived by her husband, James Ford, Sr.; son, Aubrey Lee; daughter, Morganne Ngo; step-son, Will Ford; and step-daughter, Baylee Alacantara. Family would to thank the extend family (caregivers): Staff at Ashley Gardens Memory Care, West Ashley, SC, and Wanda Spann. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer's Association.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Nov. 7 to Nov. 8, 2023.

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Laurie Coulter Kroesser

November 28, 2023

It is with deep sadness that I have learned of Karen's passing! I have always thought of her fondly and cherish our memories growing up together.

Barry Coulter

November 28, 2023

We hope your memories of Karen bring you comfort and that it lifts your heart to know how much joy she brought to others.
Please accept our most sincere condolences.
Barry & Jan Coulter

James R Hughey

November 8, 2023

Please accept my sympathy and condolences to the whole family. She will be remembered and missed.
J.R. Hughey

Danny Lee

November 6, 2023

We had a beautiful son together and I thank God for that.

Lisa Coulter

November 6, 2023

My deepest condolences to the family. As my sister-in-law, Karen was always very kind to me over the years and I have fond memories of her fun-loving spirit and her enjoyment of entertaining during the holidays. Aubrey and Morganne, I pray you are surrounded by God´s overwhelming peace during this time.
Love and prayers,
Lisa

Linda (Decker) Austin

November 5, 2023

Very sweet Lady. Went to High School with her.

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8

Graveside service

1:00 p.m.

Live Oak Memory Gardens

3093 Ashley River Rd., SC

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7113 Rivers Ave, Charleston, SC 29406

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