David Wayne Karppala Sr. Obituary
We announce the death of David Wayne Karppala Sr. of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, who passed away on August 26, 2026, at the age of 77. David will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Laurie Armas Karppala and Esther Dunham Wilson Karppala; his wife Susan Lynn Caron Karppala; his siblings, Laurie, Aaron, Shirley, Esther, Faith and Deborah; and his grandchildren, Skyler, Landon and Zoey.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Fairfield Lions Club, PO Box 161, Fairfield, PA 17320.
