Mary P. Karalius

Mary P. Karalius

Mary Karalius Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Louis C. Galzerano Funeral Home, Inc. - Philadelphia on Sep. 12, 2025.

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Mary P. Karalius (née Leitmeyer) Age 87, passed away peacefully at home on July 29, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Beloved wife of the late George V. Karalius. Devoted mother of Patricia M. Andris and Robert G. Karalius. Cherished Nanny of Tommy (JoAnn), Patricia (Chris), Joey (Lorrie), and Robbie (Amanda). Adored Great-Nanny of Landon, Kingston, Trayce, Mila, Jackson, Rocco, and Luca.

Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Monday, August 4, from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. at Resurrection of Our Lord Church, located at Castor and Shelmire Avenues, followed by her Funeral Mass at 11:00 A.M. Interment will take place at Resurrection Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Mary's memory may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at http://www.stjude.org

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

Louis C. Galzerano Funeral Home, Inc. - Philadelphia

9304 Old Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19115

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