Karen Marie Manz-Wotton, age 73, of Jacksonville, Florida passed away on July 24, 2023. She was born on May 18, 1950 in Providence, Rhode Island. Karen was a fun-loving Christian woman known for her keen wit and positive outlook toward life. She also had a passion for animals, particularly her cat Sam.

Karen is survived by her sister, Patricia Bowman, her sister-in-law, Candy, and her two stepsons, Brian, and Gary. She also leaves behind her niece and nephew, Michel and Stephen Hartley, Melissa and Mark LeFebvre, and Kellie Bowman. Karen was also a beloved great aunt to Sean (Maddie), Christopher, Kyle (Maranda), Melissa, Kayla, Autumn (Logan) and three great-great nieces and six great-great nephews.

Karen was preceded in death by her father and mother, Edmond and Florence Manz, her beloved husband Frank (Bud) Wotton, and her sister, Donna.

After graduating from East Providence High School, Karen pursued a career as a Retail Associate. She found fulfillment in her work and enjoyed helping customers.

A ceremony to celebrate Karen's life will be held at Arlington Park Funeral Home, located at 6920 Lone Star Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32211, on Monday, August 21st 2023 at 2pm.

Karen will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Her positive spirit and loving nature touched the lives of many, and her memory will continue to live on in the hearts of her family and friends.