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Stanley Karpus Obituary

NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA - Stanley L Karpus Jr. passed away peacefully after a long illness in Southern California, where he lived a free & spirited life for 45 years.

He was the loving son of Iva J. Lipton of Carolina, RI and Stanley L. Karpus Sr. of Providence, RI (deceased). He leaves behind 3 sister, Deborah Pirhonen of Charlestown RI, Elizabeth Karpus of North Kingston, RI and Kathleen Lee of Hopkinton RI.

He graduated from Chariho High School in the class of 1974. After graduating he entered the military service.

He loved & followed the Grateful Dead & was a talented artist, well versed in hand crafting.

All services are private.

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

Published by The Westerly Sun from Aug. 1 to Aug. 4, 2025.

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Elwood Johnson

August 5, 2025

My thoughts and prayers are with Iva, Deb, Beth, and Kathleen. I'm sorry for your loss. All my best, always.

Chuck Caddick

August 1, 2025

So sad to see the passing of another classmate from the class of 74. RIP Stanley

Chip

August 1, 2025

A friendly and wonderfully spirited gentleman, God speed my friend.

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