Karen M. Lopes Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Karen M. Lopes of Cranston, Rhode Island, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on November 7, 2025 at the age of 64. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Karen M. Lopes to pay them a last tribute.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Karen had on those she encountered along her journey. Though Karen may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, her essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
She was predeceased by: her parent Augustine Barattini. She is survived by: her parent Claire Barattini; her husband Michael Lopes; her son Michael Lopes Jr.; her daughter-in-law Allison Lopes; her daughter Christa Lopes (Aaron Jefferies); and her grandchildren, Jake and Adelina Lopes.
Visitation was held on Thursday, November 13th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Nardolillo Funeral Home (1278 Park Ave, Cranston, RI 02910). A funeral service was held on Friday, November 14th 2025 at 8:30 AM at the Nardolillo Funeral Home & Crematory (1278 Park Ave, Cranston, RI 02910). A Mass of Christian burial was held on Friday, November 14th 2025 at 9:30 AM at the St. Rocco's Church (927 Atwood Ave, Johnston, RI 02919).
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in Karen's name to the Melanoma Research Alliance at curemelanoma.org.
