Karen Denise Harris

Karen Denise Harris was born July 9, 1961 in San Antonio, Texas. She entered into eternal rest Tuesday July 22, 2025.

Karen was the first and only child born to the union of Annie Hysaw Harris and Charles Ray Harris. Both preceded her in death, as well as her stepfather Herman Rosser. Being an only child, Karen longed and hungered for siblings. So she took on her mother’s siblings (5 brothers) as her own. These brothers loved her and treated her just like she was their own little sister.

Karen accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age. As she grew, she continued her journey with the Lord at Greater Lincoln Park Temple under the pastorate of Elder William A. Ellis. Going to Church and establishing relationships with her Church brothers and sisters brought a degree of joy to Karen.

Karen attended schools in San Antonio, Texas. She graduated from Providence High School in May 1979. She continued her educational studies at Our Lady of the Lake University where she earned a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree in August 1985. She later received a Masters Degree in Counseling from the University of Texas at San Antonio in May 2003.

Karen worked as a Dispatch Operator for the San Antonio Police Department for several years, before moving on to work in the San Antonio Independent School District as a Special Education Teacher. She loved working in the Special Ed. Department with her students as well as with her co-workers. The last school she worked at was Highlands High School before retiring after 20 + years. Karen had a vibrant personality and joyful spirit. Karen was such a wonderful talented person who displayed kindness, humility, considerateness, and generosity. She had a comforting presence as she offered words of wisdom to those around her. She was loved and respected by many. She will be sorely missed. She leaves to forever cherish her memories her two remaining brothers/uncles Booker T. Hysaw, Jr. and William E. Hysaw; and a host of other relatives, friends, and co-workers.