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Chester Karpinski Obituary
Poughkeepsie - Chester J. " Chet" Karpinski 83 of the Town of Poughkkepsie died December 3, 2011 surrounded by his family.
Born June 26, 1928 he was the youngest son of Stella Subchak and John Karpinski. On May 18, 1957 in Brooklyn New York he married Lorraine Simonetti.
He was a veteran of the United States Army, was a 1950 graduate from Brooklyn Community College.
Chet was a commercial artist for Central Hudson Gas and Electric Corporation retiring after 28 years of service.
Chet was a member of Holy Trinity Church of Poughkeepsie. His life long passions have been fishing, painting and gardening. He began painting in water colors and later in acrylics. His artwork has been on display in financial institution, schools, doctor offices and homes of his many friends.
Chet family will surely miss him and his ability to make them laugh.
Chet is survived by his wife Lorraine at home, his son Steven Karpinski and his wife Mary Beth Walker of Rennseler NY, daughter Karen O'Brien and her husband Dave of Matthews NC, daughter Lisa O'Leary and her husband Scott of Valtie NY and his son Christopher Karpinski of Poughkeepsie . He is also survived by six grandchildren, Alexander and Zachary Karpinski , Jesse and Davis O'Brien, Wesley and Angelina O'Leary. He is survived by several nieces and nephews and predecessor by three sisters and one brother.
Calling hours will be Tuesday December 6, 2011 from 6pm to 8pm at the Timothy P. Doyle Funeral Home 371 Hooker Ave. Poughkeepsie NY 12603.
A Memorial Mass will be held December 28, 2011 10am at Holy Trinity Church Poughkeepsie.
Memorial donations are to be made in Chet's name to Hospice Foundation 374 Violet Ave Poughkeepsie
If you would like to leave a online condolence or to sign the guest book, please visit www.doylefuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Chester Karpinski
December 19, 2011
Dear Lorraine and family,
I just received your news today. My Mom and I will never forget Chet. He was a devoted best friend to my Dad- Joe Poznanski and Godfather to me. We will treasure his original works of art displayed in my home. Heaven has a very special angel watching over all of us.
God Bless all of you.
Love, Carol (Poznanski) Lacertosa and Marjorie Poznanski
Coral Springs/Boca Raton, Fl.
Ruth Recchia
December 10, 2011
It was so wonderful to have met Mr. Karpinski and have the honor of caring for him briefly. My prayers to all of you and for his restful peace now with Our Lord. God bless you all, Ruth Recchia (RN; Hospice)
Joanne Mahoney-Consorte
December 9, 2011
I did picture framing for Chet and loved to see him walking up, for I knew I was in for a great conversation. I loved his smile! Sincerely, Joanne Mahoney-Consorte
December 5, 2011
To all the "K"s - What a great man! We will forever miss him. Our lives were a better and brighter place for having him in it. We love you all so much! Lori, Jeff, Kenzie and Tessa.
Bill and Annette Segarra
December 5, 2011
Dear Lisa-
Our thoughts go out to you and your family at this difficult time. Take care.
December 5, 2011
Dear Lorraine and Family,
It is with a saddened heart that I write this message on your great loss.
I hope the following quote gives you some comfort: "God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be. So He put His arms around you and whispered "Come to Me." With tearful eyes we watched you, and saw you pass away. Although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hardworking hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best".
Chet was the very best and will forever remain in my heart and prayers.
God Bless you and comfort you,
Rita Allen
Diane VanLeuvan
December 5, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Brian Hempe
December 5, 2011
He was a great man and from where I was standing it appeared he had a a great life and is survived by a great family . He once told me that gardening was a key part to his happy and long life - I look forward to becoming a gardner- I will miss you Chet- RIP - BSHempe
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