Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Steve Karpati Obituary
Steve Karpati, 82, of Exeter Township, passed away Wednesday, October 9th, 2013 in The Reading Hospital and Medical Center.
He was the husband of
Julia (Somogyi) Karpati. Born in Szoc, Hungary, he was the son of the late Peter and Agota (Szabo) Pleibeisz.
Steve was a member St. Catharine of Siena R.C.C., Lehigh University Southside Boosters Club and the Philadelphia and Vicinity Hungarian Sports Club (Magyar Tanya). He was a machinist at Standard Electric for many years until his retirement.
In addition to his wife, Steve is survived by one daughter, Suzan Karpati-Flipping, wife of Robert L. Flipping III, of Oklahoma City. He is also survived by two grandchildren: Astiana, 21, and Robert L. Flipping IV, 19, and one sister, Julia Eichinger, 84, Szoc, Hungary.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Catharine of Siena Chapel, 2427 Perkiomen Ave. Mount Penn, PA on Wednesday, October 16th at 11:00 a.m. Friends may call at the chapel from 10:00-11:00 a.m. Entombment in Gethsemane Cemetery Mausoleum, Laureldale.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to The American Heart Association, P.O. Box 15120, Chicago, Illinois 60693.
Lutz Funeral Home, Inc. Mount Penn in charge of arrangements. For online condolences, please visit www.LutzFuneralHome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Steve Karpati
October 22, 2013
Pista Bácsi, kedves barátságos ember volt. Nyugodjon békében Pista bácsi, emléke szívünkben él. Lengyel László, a Magyar Tanya Elnöke
October 16, 2013
Dear Julia,
So sorry to hear of Steve's passing. You were the best landlords we ever had. Good times remembered on Shelbourne Road. God Bless you always.
Kay and Erica Young
October 16, 2013
I will remember Mr Karpati as
a quiet man,never complaining and always a kind word.
Anne, Xray St Lawrence
October 15, 2013
My deepest sympathies to Julia and her family. He was a very kind man; a true gentleman. I know that he will be missed. Linda Theisen, National Penn
Cathy Maloney
October 14, 2013
Steve was a wonderful friend and will be missed very much! I always think about the swan chasing him around the yard whenever he was mowing the lawn. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family during this difficult time. Cathy
October 13, 2013
Búcsúzunk Toled Pista és emlékezünk a Szocön együtt töltött idokre.
Az átbeszélgetett órákra, a szoci hegyen eltöltött vidám percekre.
Mindig nagyon vártuk ezeket a találkozásokat és örökre megorizzük az emlékeinkben.
Nyugodjál békében.
Eichinger Sándor és családja
Magyarország
Sczoc, 2006. június
Sándor Eichinger
October 13, 2013
Szoc, 1980.
Sándor Eichinger
October 13, 2013
October 12, 2013
Hugs and prayers for the family ..Mary Coffey
Chris
October 12, 2013
Susan, I will always think of your Dad puttering around the yard at your house in Galloway.....All of my love to you and your sweet Mom
emily miller
October 12, 2013
This candle is lightened in remembrance of Steve a truly strong, friendly,wonderful man. Rest in peace Steve. you will be missed.
emily miller
October 12, 2013
To Julia,
Our hearts are filled with deepest sorrow for your loss. Steve was a wonderful man and neighbor. He always had a smile and a friendly word to say. He is going to be missed. If you need anything please let us know. We are here for you. You both are in our prayers. We love you. You have both been always very nice to us. Regards always Mike, Emily, Michael, Sean, Christopher and Cathy Aiuto.
Showing 1 - 12 of 12 results
Make a Donation
in Steve Karpati's name
Please consider a donation as requested by the family.
Memorial Events
for Steve Karpati
How to support Steve's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Steve Karpati's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
