Karen Ann Cappelli, age 58, passed away on September 18, 2026, at the University of Pennsylvania Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Karen was born in Poughkeepsie, NY, and would spend the majority of her youth in Chester Heights, PA, attending and graduating from Garnet Valley High School, Class of 1985. Karen and her husband, Mark, settled in Cochranville, PA, where she raised her three beloved children, cared for the home, and honed her cooking skills. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and daughter, spending time with her family and friends as often as possible. She also enjoyed going to sporting events and concerts, and going on drives with Mark. 

She is the daughter of the late Joseph Polsen. 

Survivors: Her Husband: Mark Cappelli, Children: Nicholas, Lucas, and Julianna Cappelli, Mother: Valerie Polsen, and her brother: Scott Polsen (Jean). 

Visitation: Saturday, September 26, 2026 10:00am-12:00pm at Nolan-Fidale Funeral Home, 5980 Chichester Ave., Aston, PA 19014. Memorial Service: Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 12:00pm at Nolan-Fidale Funeral Home. Burial: Private. In Lieu of Flowers: Memorial donations may be made in Karen's honor to Unite For HER at www.uniteforher.org/donate