Karen Napolitano

Karen Napolitano

Karen Napolitano Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Delehanty Funeral Home, Inc. on Oct. 13, 2025.

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Karen Napolitano, a resident of Wappingers Falls, NY; passed away on September 29, 2025 at the Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie, NY; at the age of 72. She was born on June 18, 1953 in The Bronx, NY, daughter of the late Louis & Antoinette (nee Caridi) Cannizzaro.

On October 8, 1972 at St. Clare of Assisi Catholic Church in The Bronx, NY, she married Salvatore Napolitano; who survives her at home.

Along with her beloved husband of 53-years Sal, Karen is survived by her three sons, Michael, Joseph and Vincent Napolitano; her two grandchildren Francesca and Andrea. She is also survived by her one sister and three brothers: Kathy, Salvatore, Anthony and Thomas Cannizzaro.

Interment will be private at the discretion of her family. Arrangements were entrusted to the care of the DELEHANTY FUNERAL HOME, 64 East Main Street, Wappingers Falls, New York. To offer a message of condolence or share a fond memory, please visit: www.DelehantyFuneral.com

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Dr. Bernard "B" Caldwell

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Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Karen "KK" Napolitano. KK greeted us with open arms when I joined the Marriott Residence Inn years ago in Fishkill, NY and became instantly family. We remained in touch over the years. KK will forever be loved and dearly missed.

-Dr. Bernard "B" Caldwell and Family

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