Karen A. Zakraysek

ZAKRAYSEK – Karen A., 68, Windber, passed away May 1, 2025. Born May 15, 1956, in Johnstown; daughter of the late Henry S. and Frances E. (Ladika) Zakraysek.

Survived by brother, Kenneth, married to Kim (Elvin); dear niece, Jennifer Zakraysek; and numerous cousins.

Karen was a member of St. Michael Catholic Church and graduate of Forest Hills High School, class of 1975. She was very creative and enjoyed crafting and making jewelry. She could transform the simplest materials into something special —a necklace, a bracelet, or a heartfelt handmade card. Her spirit will forever remain in our hearts, woven into every memory of how her presence made the world a kinder place.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at St. Michael Catholic Church, Father Jerzy Auguscik, OFM Conv., celebrant.

Inurnment, Corpus Christi Cemetery, Dunlo. 

Arrangements by Charles O. Dimond Funeral Home, Inc., South Fork. 

In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial donations to a charity of your choice.