Spriggs Snaufer, Karen
Dr. Karen M. Spriggs Snaufer made a peaceful transition with her loving daughters by her side on December 7th, 2024 at age 85 in Grapevine, Texas.
Born September 20th, 1939 to Betty Stewart Spriggs and Elmo Spriggs in Springfield, Ohio. Karen grew up in Enon, Ohio with younger sisters Dail and Tanis in a loving home of strong faith where education, the arts and kindness to others were highly valued. She graduated valedictorian from Greenon High School ('57) and pursued her interest in psychology by earning her BA at Wittenberg University ('60) and MA at Ohio University ('62). She was a member of the Alpha Xi Delta sorority and Psi Chi honorary. She later earned a PH.D from St John's University.
In 1962, Karen married the love of her life, Larry Snaufer. After Larry's service in the Air Force (California), they moved with son Mark to Beaumont, Texas where Kimberly and Kendra were born. While raising a family, she was active in the community and church. In 1983, they settled in Kingwood, Texas where Karen taught psychology at Kingwood College and owned a successful private practice as a Psychotherapist for 30+ years. Her dedication to helping others, her kindness, compassion and guidance touched countless lives. She was loving, elegant, witty, fun and full of grace and strength. Her family was her pride and joy and she created a beautiful home filled with unconditional love and support.
Karen is now reunited with Larry, Mark, her parents and sister Tanis. She is survived by daughters Kimberly Snaufer of Flower Mound, TX and Kendra Snaufer of Houston, TX; daughter-in-law Molly Snaufer and grandson Eric Snaufer of Utah; sister Dail Myers (Bob) of AR.; beloved niece and nephews and cherished friends.
A Celebration of Life: January 18 at 10:00am. Unity Church of Houston Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a children's or Veteran's charity of your choice.