Karen Lee Exley Woodard

Full obituary pending

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Karen Lee Exley Woodard, who left us on September 24, 2025, at the age of 69. Born on July 11, 1956, in Gowanda, NY, Karen grew up in Texas before making her home in DeRidder, LA, where she embraced the culture and charm of South Louisiana.

A public viewing will be held on Friday, September 26, 2025, at 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at The Apostolic Remnant Church in DeRidder, LA, where friends and family are invited to come and share their memories. The funeral service will take place the following day, Saturday, September 27, 2025, at 12:00 PM, also at The Apostolic Remnant Church, followed by burial at Whitaker Cemetery in DeRidder, LA. Brother John Davis will officiate the service. Quaid Woodard will read the obituary. Pallbearers will be Jon Lee, Steve Woodard, Jr., Billy Maddox, Quaid Woodard, Chandler Woodard, David Vines. Honorary pallbearer will be Perry Jones.

We invite you to join us in celebrating the life of a remarkable woman who will be missed more than words can express.