James Michael Karpen Obituary
The family announces the passing of James Michael Karpen (Latham, New York) on September 27, 2026. James Michael, born on August 7, 1962, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Michael Karpen to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Richard Karpen and Patricia Jacques Karpen; and his brother Richard Karpen. He is survived by: his wife Sue Premo; his children, Jacob (Abby Vincent) and Anna; his pet Cassie; his siblings, Kathy Pollock (Emmett), Tom Karpen (Phyllis), Mary Karpen (Jeff Oxford), Carol Ann Sharrock, Karen Karpen and Bill Karpen (Sandy); his in-laws, Jim and Sandy Premo; and his brothers-in-law, Scott Premo (Penny) and Chris Premo (Angela). He is also survived by many nieces and nephews, and more cousins.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 1st 2026 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Dufresne & Cavanaugh Funeral Home (149 Old Loudon Rd, Latham, NY 12110). A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Thursday, October 1st 2026 at 11:30 AM at the Our Lady of the Assumption Church (498 Watervliet Shaker Rd, Latham, NY 12110).
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center at http://www.mskcc.org. and/or The Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation at http://www.adkloon.org.
