Lloyd O. Karnes, 77, of Horton, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, November 9, 2010 at the Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka, Kansas. He was born on April 24, 1933 in Lenora, Kansas the son of Glen and Lila Parker Karnes. Lloyd received his Bachelors degree from Kansas University and his Master's degree from Emporia State Teachers College. He was a U.S. Army Veteran. Lloyd was an English Teacher at the Hiawatha High School for many year. Survivors include a daughter, Darla Harris of Topeka, Kansas, a son, Allen Karnes of Topeka, Kansas and three grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Kenneth Karnes. A private graveside service will be held on Saturday, November 13, 2010 at the Muscotah Cemetery.