Carolee Kpakiwa's Obituary
Carolee Kpakiwa, age 85, of Dover, DE passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2024 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born February 2, 1938 in McKees Rocks, PA, to the late Octavious Toby and Liona (Cantwell) Uansa.
Carolee was a graduate of Holy Ghost Catholic School in McKees Rocks and also an Alumnus of Penn State University. She as a Supervisor at the University Pittsburgh Radiology Center, was instrumental in studies of Three Mile Island, and was an ADA Coordinator in Pennsylvania. Carolee worked for many years as a E/O Specialist in Government and Public Service in Pennsylvania.
Carolee loved to cook for her family, especially on the holidays. She served as Treasurer of the Columbiettes and was a member of St. Jude the Apostle Church, Lewes, DE. Above all, family was everything to Carolee and her time spent together with them was what she enjoyed the most.
She is survived by her loving husband of 50+ years, Komba M. Kpakiwa. 3 sons; A.Y. Kpakiwa of Dover, DE, Leslie Labbauf of Harrisburg, PA, and Lee Labbauf of Harrisburg, PA. A daughter: Lesa Labbauf of Pittsburgh, PA. Also survived by several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at 11:00 AM at St. Jude The Apostle Catholic Church, 152 Tulip Drive, Lewes, DE. There will be a viewing for relatives and friends beginning at 10:00 AM at the church prior to Mass. Interment will be held on Thursday, February 1st at 11:00 AM at Resurrection Cemetery, Harrisburg, PA.
All are invited to join the Mass LiveStream by visiting YouTube and searching St. Jude the Apostle Church, Lewes.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Carolee's name may be made to Brandywine SPCA, 22918 Dupont Blvd., Georgetown, DE 19947.
Please sign the virtual guestbook located on the tribute page.
Florist Note: Please deliver flowers to Parsell Funeral Homes in Lewes on Wednesday January 30, 2024 by 3:00pm.
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