Smithfield, Karen Renae Santos 38 passed away on Sunday, September 4, 2016 at SECU Hospice House in Smithfield. Karen was born April 4, 1978 in Hickory NC to the late Woodrow and Minnie Thompson Minton. A visitation will be from 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm on Wednesday, September 7, 2016 at Hope Valley Hawkins Funeral Chapel, 1246 Hobbton Hwy. Clinton. Karen leaves to cherish her memories: Daughter: Hanna Garcia of Dunn, N.C. Husband: Felipe Santos of Sanford, N.C. Sister: Kim Wood of Hickory, N.C. Brother: Chris Minton of Hickory, N.C. There will be no services held at this time. Burial will be held privately. Service provided by Hope Valley Hawkins Funeral Service & Cremation of 1246 Hobbton Hwy. Clinton.