With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Carmen Marie Palma of Saint Joseph, Missouri, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on April 21, 2024 at the age of 90. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Carmen Marie Palma to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by : her mother Josefa Rivera (Garcia); her children, Peter Joseph Palma III and Elisha Palma; her siblings, Anthony, Lazaro, Paul, Aldolpho, John, Rosemary, Frank and Guadalupe; and her father Jonathan Davis Celebrant.

She is survived by : her husband Pete; her son Rick Palma (Lynn) of St. Joseph, MO; her grandchildren, Brandi, Briana, Anthony, Bethany (Austin), Kayla, Cali (Justin), Jesse (Jolee) and Maddie; and her siblings, Lollie Rivera, Pat Rivera (Jackie) and Helen Thornton. She is also survived by 15 great grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren.

A rosary was held on Wednesday, April 24th 2024 at 6:00 PM at the Rupp Funeral Home (6054 Pryor Ave, St Joseph, MO 64504). Visitation was held on Wednesday, April 24th 2024 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM at the same location. A Mass of Christian burial was held on Thursday, April 25th 2024 at 10:00 AM at the St. Patricks Catholic Church (1813 S 12th St, St Joseph, MO 64503). A graveside service was held on Thursday, April 25th 2024 at 11:30 AM at the Mount Olivet Cemetery (2600 Lovers Ln, St Joseph, MO 64506).

Memorials are requested to the St. Patrick Bell Tower Restoration Fund.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Rupp Funeral Home