Wayne Allen Karpinski
Karpinski, Wayne, passed away Thursday December 22, 2022. Beloved husband of Kristi for 42 years, father of Kate Karpinski (Max Banerjee), and the late Erica Karpinski. grandpa of James Banerjee. Pet parent of Figaro, Francesca, and Freddy. Wayne was a Liverpool football fan, a prankster, lover of Blues music, and spending time with his family. He loved nothing more than working in his garden. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Arbor Day Foundation or the APA.
You’ll never be forgotten, Wayne. You impacted so many with your kindness and friendship. God bless you.
A fond farewell (for now) to one of my closest friends. I remember all the pranks (including one of the most famous in the history of the UMSL campus), the Blues games and all the good times. You are and will be missed. I hope to see you again.
T
Kristi.. my thoughts and prayers are with you dear friend. So very sorry for the loss of your best friend and love of your life.
Love, Terri
I don’t ever remember a time when Wayne wasn’t smiling and happy. I loved that he had about every species of trees and plants in his yard that could be. What a shock and loss.
Kristi . You and Kate and family are in my prayers. I moved from Apache Lane this past Summer but I remember many times when you would all come and visit your Mom and Dad. Wayne always had a HI for me.. Take care.
Words cannot accurately express the joy for life Wayne exhibited. I am grateful to have met and known Wayne long enough to see that his smiles did not always exist, BUT you could count on a triumphant return to joy and genuine caring. A more loyal friend I do not know or have. Thank you Kristi and Kate for sharing these thoughts and photos with us. They are priceless and cherished.
Kristi,
So sorry for your loss. My prayers for you and your family.
Carol Viamontes