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Michael Karpa Obituary

Karpa, Michael DMichael D Karpa, 71 of Lower Saucon Twp. died Friday May 16, 2014 in the Hospice House of the VNA of St. Luke's, surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Sandra A. Rothrock Karpa. They would have celebrated their 52nd anniversary on July 1. He was a Foreman in the Coke Works Div. of Bethlehem Steel retiring in 1994 after 30 years. Born in Bethlehem he was the son of the late Michael J and Josephine Lopez Karpa. He was a member of St Ursula's Catholic Church of Fountain Hill and the Fountain Hill Exchange Club and various Social Clubs. He enjoyed softball and golf and spending time with his grandchildren. Surviving: with his wife; son, Michael Jr. and wife Alice; daughters, Ann Marie Mowrey and husband Russell, Roslyn Kuba all of Hellertown; grandchildren, Steven Mowrey, Alycia English, Austin Kuba, Jessica Mowrey, Jeremy Kuba, Jillian Mowrey; brother, David Karpa and wife Denise of Henderson, NV Services: Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:00 am Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at St. Ursula's Catholic Church, 1300 Broadway, Fountain Hill. The family will receive friends and family from 6:00-8:00 pm on Tuesday at Cantelmi Funeral Home, 1311 Broadway, Fountain Hill and Wednesday 9:00 -10:00 am in the church. Online condolences can be made at www.cantelmifuneralhome.com In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Hillside School, Scholarship Fund, 2697 Brookside Rd., Macungie, PA 18062

Published by Morning Call on May 18, 2014.
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Dear Family and Friends of Mr. Karpa,
There is never a good time to say goodbye to our loved ones and there will always be those days when you feel the loss more than others. I hope you will always be able to come up with a great memory to help you through those difficult times. Peace be with you,
Kathy, Glen, Katrina, Charles and Rachel Fenstermacher

Fenstermacher Family

June 16, 2014

Don't think of them as gone away their journeys just begun, life holds so many facets and earth is only one. Just think of them as resting from sorrows & the tear in a place of warmth & comfort where there are no days and years. Think of them as living in the hearts of those they touched for nothing loved is ever lost & they were loved so much. We are sorry for your loss.
Nancy, Paul & Tina

Tina Salgado

May 21, 2014

Michael, Alice and Family,

My deepest condolences on the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Donna Fernandes

May 21, 2014

Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Sandy.
Kim Anderson

May 21, 2014

Dave & Denise,

We're so sorry to hear about your brother - our prayers are with you and your family.

Deb & Doug Kuntz

May 20, 2014

Sandy and family - we are so, so sorry for your loss. We cannot imagine what you are going through right now, but we hope the love and support of friends and family will give you the strength you need. Hugs to you all!!

Erin and Bart Fenstermacher

May 19, 2014

Sandy, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. May the love of your family and friends help you get through this very difficult time.

Barbara Adamcik

May 19, 2014

Mike, Alice and Family,
Please accept my condolences for the loss of your Father. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Frank Dileo

May 19, 2014

Dear Sandy, Michael, Ann Marie & Roslyn,

Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your families in the lost of your beloved husband and father. May you find peace in knowing that Mike lived a very fulfilling life full of softball games and his exchange club. I enjoyed his many talks about the old softball team; it brought back memories of Saucon Park and Ski Brothers! Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.

Linda and Kent Grube & family

May 18, 2014

My deepest sympathy to the entire family.

Selina Gonzalez Williams

May 18, 2014

My deepest sympathy to the entire family. Sandy if you need anything I am just down the street.

Pam Benner

May 18, 2014

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