Elly Clara Karam

September 9, 1927 - January 11, 2026 (98 years old)

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Elly Clara Karam

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September 9, 1927 - January 11, 2026 (98 years old)

Sterling Heights, Michigan

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The world bids farewell to Elly Clara Karam of Sterling Heights, Michigan, departing on January 11, 2026 at the age of 98. Elly leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Elly Clara Karam to show support.

She was predeceased by: her husband Joseph Karam; her siblings, Inge and Dieter; and her sons, Anthony Karam and Raymond Karam (Jan).

She is survived by: her children, Aleta Marshall (Gerard), Karen Karam, Joseph Karam Jr., Michele Karam, Thomas Karam (Sheryl) and Elly Sutphen (George); and her grandchildren, Krystal, Anthony, Jared, Elijah, Joseph, Candice, Jenna, Robert, Alexander, Christopher, Ava, Logan, Sophia, Nicholas, Zachary, Eden, Isabella, Oliver, Maya, Carter, Harper Ray, Josephine, Henry, Abigail, Charlotte, Thomas, Wesley, Jayde, Alaina, Jasper, Chloe and Travis.

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January 14, 2026

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January 14, 2026

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“In loving memory of Elly Clara Karam, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.”

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Jan 18

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Wujek - Calcaterra & Sons
36900 Schoenherr Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48312

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Jan 18

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Wujek - Calcaterra & Sons
36900 Schoenherr Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48312

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Jan 19

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St. Michael Catholic Church
40501 Hayes Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48313

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Jan 19

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St. Michael Catholic Community
40501 Hayes Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48313

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