Louisville, KY, Kentucky
KARPINSKY, DANIEL L. LTC (RET.) U.S. ARMY, 67, of Louisville, died Thursday, September 16, 2010 at Baptist Hospital East.
Dan was first and foremost a loving husband, father and grandfather, but in his heart he was a soldier and true patriot who loved and fought for his country and served three tours in Vietnam. He was a cadet at West Point Academy and graduated from The University of Louisville. He also coached football and baseball for Hikes Point Optimist for many years. He was loved and respected by all for his kind heart, his dry sense of humor and his no-nonsense way of looking at life.
Dan was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Sarah (Drake) Karpinsky.
He is survived by his wife, Sandi (Darnell); his sons, Kipp (Jennifer), Derek; and his grandson, Mac Edmonds, whom he adored, brothers, Dennis (Anne), Mike (Connie), Ron (Marilu), nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly and many life-long friends, in-laws and "out-laws." His Funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Monday, September 20, 2010 at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, 7813 Shelbyville Road, with burial in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Sunday, September 19, 2010 at Highlands Family-Owned Funeral Home, 3331 Taylorsville Road.
The family would like to give special thanks to Dr. Wm. Haney, Dr. Ken Kral, Dr. Ben Schoenbachler, Dr. Nisha Varghese and their staff for their tender loving care, to Hosparus nursing staff, Patty, Janice, and Joanie who gave us love and security for the past year, the staff at Baptist East Palliative Care Unit and Diane Sadle and Slava Nedelin at the Jewish Community Center.
"Strength- It is not in numbers. It's in singular determination." In lieu of flowers, the family requests that expressions of sympathy be made in Dan's memory to The Senior Adult Program, Jewish Community Center, 3600 Dutchmans Ln., Louisville, KY 40205.
Dear Sandi and Kipp,
I was so sorry to learn of Dan's death. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you.
Cece
Cecilia Feger
October 05, 2010 | Louisville
Sandi, Derek and Kipp,
We were so saddened to hear of Dan's passing and hope that you will find peace and comfort in your wonderful memories. We will always remember the fun times at St X with Dan and Sandi working on Xtravaganza. Take care.
Terry and Cheryl Furlong
September 22, 2010
Sandi,
It has been many years since I have seen you. I am so sorry for the loss of your husband and soul mate. You and your family are in my prayers.
Sandy McClish
September 21, 2010
Sandi, we all love "Dano." He was an all around gentlemen. Thank you both for all of the strength, comfort, and courage as family friends you have given me all the years of my life thus far:) He was and is an angel in heaven now. He is dancing around pain free, just adoring you as much as he always had. True love is a great feeling. You and those sweet boys hold on to the wonderful memories. My family and I are only a phone call away:) Much love,
Annie Piccolo
September 21, 2010 | Louisville, KY
Sandi-I was so sorry to hear of Dan's passing. It has been many years since we worked together, but I still remember how fondly you would talk of him. May your memories comfort you during this difficult time.
Patty Lutsch
September 21, 2010 | Louisville, KY
Sandi-I read of Dan's passing and just wanted to pass my prayers on to you and your family. I pray that all of your best memories will sustain you in this difficult time. Take comfort in knowing you had Dan for the time you did.
Patty Lutsch
September 21, 2010 | Louisville, KY
Sandi - May God's grace give you strength on your journey through the winding road ahead of you. You are a wonderful strong and gracious lady and you have been in my prayers over the last year+ of Dan's illness. Know that you will continue to be in my prayers. Love, Paula Base, NP from VA Dupont PCC
September 20, 2010
Sandi, Pam and I just learned of Dan's passing. We are on vacation in Flordia. We love you and will always remember our"birthday" celebrations with you and Dan. Our love and prayers to you and your family. God bless you.
Pattie Johnson, Pam and Dan Krupp
Pattie Johnson
September 20, 2010 | Louisville, KY
Sandi, it has been many years since we worked together at Suburban. My heart goes out to you and my prayers are with you and your family.
Reba (Duncan) Baldwin
Reba Baldwin
September 20, 2010 | Louisville, KY