Karen Louise (Kelley) Parisi

Karen Louise Parisi, 74, Altoona, peacefully passed away Wednesday at her home. She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Earnest and Patricia (Dull) Kelley. She later married William Paul Parisi.

She is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Bill; 3 children: Pam Parisi, Dannielle (Parisi) Eckenrode (Brian), and Anthony Parisi; 2 grandchildren: Mira Ollinger and Caden Eckenrode; 5 siblings: Kathie Croft, Sharon Prouix, Mary Ellen Cruse, Earnest Kelley and William Kelley.

Karen was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Madison Ollinger.

Karen worked for Riverside Supermarket and Value Drug.

She enjoyed bingo, family trips to the beach, going out to eat, collecting Egyptian memorabilia, but most of all, spending time with her grandchildren. 

Friends will be received from 2-4pm and 6-8pm on Sunday, March 16, 2025 in the Santella Funeral Home. A funeral service will be celebrated at 11am on Monday, March 17, 2025 in the Santella Funeral Home with private family committal at Calvary Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations in memory of Karen to the Central PA Humane Society, 1837 E. Pleasant Valley Blvd. Altoona PA 16602.

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