Kathleen Ann "Kay" Karch

October 1, 1950 - October 11, 2025

Kathleen Ann “Kay” Karch, 75, of Hamilton, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 11, 2025.

Born in Trenton and raised in Yardville, NJ, Kay was a lifelong New Jersey resident. Affectionately known by family and friends as “Kay,” she had a zest for life and a warm, loving spirit. She enjoyed listening to Oldies music, dancing, taking long walks, and was a devoted Elvis fan. Kay loved her coffee and bagels and was known for being a delightful yet fierce food critic. She also enjoyed traveling and often dreamed of one day visiting California.

Predeceased by her parents, Carl P. and Eleanor M. (Bralynski) Karch, and her brother, Chuck Karch, she is survived by her brother and sister-in-law, and longtime caregivers, Carl P. and Kathleen S. Karch; her sister-in-law, Connie Karch; as well as many nieces, nephews, others loving relatives and dear friends.

A Graveside Service for family and friends will be held on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Cross Cemetery, Clover Avenue, Hamilton.

Services are under the direction of the Buklad-Merlino Memorial Homes, Hamilton.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Alternatives Inc., 600 First Avenue, Raritan, NJ 08869, or online at https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/alternatives-inc/fall-2022.

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