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Obituary

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Mary Cope-Karnes on September 26, 2024. Born on February 1, 1962, Mary lived her life passionately and was cherished deeply by her friends, family, and all who had the pleasure of knowing her.

Mary was predeceased by her mother, Lynn Waldo (Treichler) and her beloved husband, James Karnes. She is survived by her loving children, Steffanie Colyer, Tammy Lenker, and Matthew Houseman, who will …

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She was my grandmother  but she died rip
She was my grandmother  but she died rip
She was my grandmother  but she died rip

My condolences to Mary's family. I first met Mary when when we were little biddy kids. Mary was my cousin and we grew u…

My condolences to Mary's family. I first met Mary when when we were little biddy kids. Mary was my …

My condolences to Mary's family. I first met Mary when when we w…

Mary Ellen was the oldest of our mothers children. We had our ups and downs like siblings do but through it all there w…

Mary Ellen was the oldest of our mothers children. We had our ups and downs like siblings do but th…

Mary Ellen was the oldest of our mothers children. We had our up…

My deepest sympathy and sorry 🙏 to hear that Mary passed away please except my condolences to the family 
My deepest sympathy and sorry 🙏 to hear that Mary passed away please except my condolences to the f…
My deepest sympathy and sorry 🙏 to hear that Mary passed away pl…

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What causes did Mary care about most?
Her dog, Nugget
Her dog, Nugget
Her dog, Nugget
What were Mary's favorite local spots?
The beach
The beach
The beach
What were Mary's favorite vacation spots?
The beach
The beach
The beach
What were Mary's favorite ways to spend free time?
Reading and playing bingo
Reading and playing bingo
Reading and playing bingo

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Born

February 1st, 1962
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Graduated from high school

1980
Red Land High School, Fishing Creek Road, Lewisberry, PA
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Passed away

September 26th, 2024
Northumberland, PA

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Method of disposition

Cremation

Joseph W. Epler Funeral Home
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Joseph W. Epler Funeral Home

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