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Official Obituary of

Karen Barbara Modesto

June 2, 2026

Karen Modesto Obituary

Karen Barbara Modesto, 78, of Seltzer, passed away Tuesday, June 2nd, at Schuylkill Center, Pottsville.

Karen was born in Pottsville, on January 22, 1948, a daughter of the late Arlene (Smith) Wagner and Francis Smith.

She was the wife of Salvatore R. Modesto.

She was a former Dietary Hostess at the Pottsville Hospital and Warne Clinic.

Karen is survived by her husband, Sal, a son, Jason “J.T.”, husband of Karen Modesto. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Nico Salvatore Modesto, and Natalie Marie Modesto. Also surviving is a sister, Cindy Ellison. 

All Services are private and will be held at the convenience of the family.

Mahal-Ritzel Funeral Home Inc., Minersville, entrusted with the arrangements.

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