Obituary of Karen A Folis
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Karen A. Folis, 75, of Hamilton, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2025. Born on January 8, 1950, she was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend.
Karen graduated from Saint Anthony’s High School in 1968 and earned her bachelor’s degree from Trenton State College in 1972. She later obtained her master’s degree while working in the Hamilton Township Public School District, where she dedicated her career.
Starting as a teacher at Reynolds Junior High in 1972, Karen also served as a guidance counselor and vice principal throughout 27 years. In 1999, Karen began her most loved and rewarding position as principal of Yardville Elementary School. Karen ultimately retired in 2011 after dedicating nearly four decades of service to the children and educators of Hamilton Township.
A lifelong resident of Hamilton, Karen cherished spending time with her family, especially her beloved grandchildren. She enjoyed walking, reading, traveling, and particularly loved spending summers at the family beach house in Ocean City, New Jersey.
Karen was the daughter of the late Wilmer James and is survived by her mother, Doris James. She leaves behind her devoted husband, John Folis, and their two sons, Michael Folis and Matthew Folis (Elena). Karen is also survived by her sisters, Susan Dragert (the late Thomas), Donna Anepete (the late Dominic), and Diane James, along with her nephew Kevin Dragert, and her grandchildren, Julia, Ryan, and Olivia.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Raphael’s Church, 3500 S. Broad St., Hamilton, NJ.
Relatives and friends may visit on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 from 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at Kingston &Kemp Funeral Home, 260 White Horse Ave., Hamilton, NJ.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Penn Medicine Cancer Research of Philadelphia: https://www.afcri.upenn.edu/afcri/giving.html
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