Karen Sue Fraley

Karen Sue Fraley, 77, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2026, in the evening at CAMC Memorial Hospital in Charleston, surrounded by her family.

Karen was born on December 2, 1948, in Logan, West Virginia, to Monroe “Red” Canterbury and Crystal White Canterbury. She was a loving daughter, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and lifelong friend to many.

Karen dedicated her life to what mattered most to her—her family. She was a full-time mom and grandmother who found her greatest joy in caring for and spending time with the people she loved. Her family was her world, and the love she gave them will continue to live on through the generations.

Karen shared a lifelong bond of companionship and friendship with her ex-husband, Cletus Fraley.

She is survived by her children, Ashley Leigh Fraley and her spouse, Ian Clausen; and Eric David Fraley and his spouse, Brandi Worley; her grandchildren, Ida “Cyerra” and Scott Coffman, Madison and Randall Pennington, Angel Gomez, and Briedon Swagger; and her great-grandchildren, Rebekah Cantrell, Paisley Coffman, Thomas Belcher, Colin Coffman, Asher Coffman, Randall “TaylorDean” Pennington, and Ivory Pennington. She is also survived by her brother, Lewis Jackson Canterbury.

Karen was preceded in death by her son, Cletus Monroe Fraley Jr.; her parents, Monroe “Red” Canterbury and Crystal White Canterbury; and her siblings, Della Runyon and Thelma Robinette.

Though her family will deeply miss her presence, her love will remain in their hearts and in the generations she leaves behind. Her memory will be carried forward through her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and all those who loved her.

“A mother’s love never truly leaves us; it becomes a part of who we are.”

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, September 11, 2026 at the Forest Lawn Cemetery Mausoleum.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to James Funeral Home to assist with expenses.

Online condolences may be left at www.jamesfh.com

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of James Funeral Home, Logan, WV.