Karen S. Petrauskas

Karen S. Petrauskas

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Nov

14

Memorial service

11:00 a.m.

Bryn Mawr Presbyterian Church

625 Montgomery Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010

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Karen Petrauskas Obituary

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Karen S. Petrauskas, 75, of Malvern, PA, passed away peacefully on November 3rd, 2025.

Born in Souderton, PA, she was a daughter of the late Harold and Fern (nee Nace) Jones. Karen was the beloved wife of William “Skip” Petrauskas; loving mother of Molly Tully (Chris); adoring grandmother of Meyer Tully; and dear sister of Steve Jones (Debby), Mike Jones (Maryanne), Jen Raffetto (John), and Tim Jones (Sylvia).

Karen was one of a kind and lived a life filled with laughter, love, and friendship. She will be remembered for her radiant smile and her joyful spirit that lifted everyone around her. She had a special gift for caring for others — whether it was family, friends, or anyone fortunate enough to cross her path. Karen loved dancing, gathering with loved ones, and finding joy in life’s simple moments. Her warmth, kindness, and generosity will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Those who knew Karen can take comfort in imagining heaven now a little brighter — and with a lot more dancing.

Relatives and friends are invited to her Memorial Service on Friday, November 14th at 11 am at Bryn Mawr Presbyterian Church, 625 Montgomery Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010. Interment is private.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 399 Market St. Suite 250, Philadelphia, PA 19106.

Donohue Funeral Home - West Chester

1627 West Chester Pike, West Chester, PA 19382

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Nov

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Memorial service

11:00 a.m.

Bryn Mawr Presbyterian Church

625 Montgomery Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010

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