Karon Joan Burnette, age 77, of Heiskell, passed away on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at UT Medical Center. She was born on August 13, 1948, in Heiskell, Tennessee, to the late Aaron Edward and Maud Ema Lee Hackney.

Karon was a devoted Christian and faithful member of Wolf Valley Baptist Church in Heiskell. Her faith was an important part of her life and was reflected in the love, kindness, and compassion she showed to her family and others. Her family was at the heart of her life, and she treasured every moment spent with those she loved.

Karon enjoyed sewing and making beautiful quilts. She especially loved Christmas time and took great joy in wrapping presents for her family. Each gift was carefully and beautifully wrapped and completed with one of her handcrafted bows. This special tradition, along with the love she placed into every detail, will always be fondly remembered by her family.

As Karon’s health began to decline, her sister, Joyce, lovingly cared for her for many years. Joyce’s children, Judy and Jack, also helped provide Karon with care and love. Their devotion and kindness meant so much to Karon and her family.

In addition to her parents, Karon was preceded in death by her husband, William “Harry” Burnette; son, Christopher Burnette; father-in-law and mother-in-law, John and Lula Burnette; sisters, Wanda Garner and husband, James, and Loretta Dew and husband, Boots; brothers, Bobby, Tommy, Hugh, and Buck Hackney; sister-in-law, Minnie Hackney; and brothers-in-law, Eddie Bills, Bill Snyder, and Roger Giles.

She is survived by her sisters, Katherine Bills, Joyce Snyder, and Debria Giles; special brother-in-law, Larry “Spanky” Burnette; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends. Karon also held a special place in the lives of John Paul and Thomas Anthony Waggoner, who lovingly considered her their mamaw.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at Holley Gamble Funeral Home. The family will also receive friends from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at Wolf Valley Baptist Church. The funeral service will follow, with Pastor Toby Geren officiating. The graveside service will immediately follow at Wolf Valley Baptist Church Cemetery.

Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is honored to serve the family of Karon Burnette. Holleygamble.com