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Elizabeth Karalis Obituary

Elizabeth McCafferty Karalis, nee Casper, age 68, passed away. Beloved wife of the late Alex A. Karalis; loving mother of Ronald P. (Kathleen) McCafferty, Sandra L. (Reed) Cook and the late Deborah A. McCafferty; cherished grandmother of Sara LaFarlette. Memorial Visitation Saturday, September 1st 1:00PM until time of Service 3:00PM at Adams-Winterfield & Sullivan Funeral Home, 4343 Main St. (1 blk. S. of Ogden), Downers Grove. A Memorial Mass will be held at 10:30AM on Saturday, September 8th at St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Wooster, OH. Interment St. Mary's Cemetery, Wooster, OH. Memorials to Wellness House, 131 N. County Line Road, Hinsdale, IL 60521 or St. Mary Church, 527 Beall Avenue, Wooster, OH 44691 are appreciated. For information 630/968-1000 or www.adamswinterfieldsullivan.com

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Published by East DuPage Press/Spectator/Argus on Aug. 23, 2012.

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Roger Comar

August 17, 2019

It didn't take you long to fall in love with Betsy, a beautiful person that God shared with us. I didn't know her a long time but you only had to be around her for a short period of time to know the kind and loving person she was. Very talented on the guitar and a friend to my sister till the end. I am honored to have met her and spend the small amount of time during her visit to the Mountains of North Carolina. She is missed.

Betteann Keslinke

May 24, 2013

This is May of 2013 and I just heard of Betsy's passing. We became friends 20 years ago and too much time had passed since we got together. My heart is heavy for this loss. My prayers are with the family.

Christine Cochran

August 27, 2012

My heart is heavy as I say goodbye to my dear, sweet friend, Betsy. Something will be missing in my life forever. We will meet again. My condolences to Ron, Cathy, Sandy, Sara and family. She loved you all so much.

Cindy Smith

August 26, 2012

Though our encounters were brief they are no less cherished. Sweet memories of happy times tucked away forever. Betsy, you were truly loved and will be sorely missed. My condolences to the family in this time of sorrow.

Jane Glenn

August 26, 2012

Though I know you will be missed by many, I pray you will rest eternally in peace.

Connie Porter

August 26, 2012

Condolences and prayers to family and friends. Betsy will be missed by so many. May God bless you at this difficult time.

Rachel Miller

August 26, 2012

Betsy, you're gone, but you will never be forgotten. You were my best friend ever. I still have a part of you with me. Little Chloe (Chlo-belle).

The Staff of Adams-Winterfield & Sullivan

August 26, 2012

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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