Karen R Centrella

Karen R Centrella

Karen Centrella Obituary

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Karen R. Centrella (1946-2025)

Karen R. Centrella, 78, of Upper Providence, PA passed away peacefully on October 6, 2025.

She was a beloved mother, aunt, and friend, whose unique perspectives and kind spirit always brought laughter into other people’s lives. She was notable for her humor and insightfulness in positive moments and her strength and courage in more difficult times. Her creativity shone through her many needlework projects, which proudly hang in many of our homes to this day. She will be remembered fondly by her family, as well as many friends, former coworkers, and countless other people whose lives she enriched.

Family and Friends are invited to a visitation on Saturday, January 17, 2026, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm followed by a memorial service at Szpindor-Meyers Funeral Home, P.C. 101 N. Park Ave, Trooper, PA 19403. Interment will be private. 

In lieu of flowers, please donate to a charity in her name.

Arrangements entrusted to Szpindor-Meyers Funeral Home, P.C.

Condolences may be made by visiting www.meyersfh.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Szpindor-Meyers Funeral Home - Trooper

101 N. Park Avenue, Trooper, PA 19403

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