Marion (Merchant) Karbowski, loving wife to the late Henry Karbowski and mother of four children, passed away peacefully at home on November 5, 2025, at the age of 97.

She was born in 1928 to the late James & Alice (Koneski) Merchant in Walkers Mill, PA, and raised in Carnegie. She married her beloved husband, Henry Karbowski, and supported his contracting business as the bookkeeper, delivery driver, and personal crew chef. A devoted wife, mother, and friend, Marion’s greatest joy was caring for her family.  Known for her delicious Italian and Polish dishes—and especially her cakes and pastries—she delighted all who gathered at her table. Through her extensive travels, both here and abroad, her infectious humor, charm, and thoughtfulness left a lasting impression wherever she went.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 73 years, Henry Karbowski. She is survived by her four children: Henry D. Karbowski (Maureen), Pauline Barnes, Judith Karbowski (Russell Rugani), and Faith Vallese (Joe); six grandchildren: Melissa Kremers (Ben), Jeffrey Karbowski (Sonia), Meghan Cline (Brian), Alexandra Barnes-Olschwanger (Zev), Jaymee Merchant, and Skylar Rugani; two great-grandchildren: Ella and Henry Karbowski. She is also survived by brother, James Merchant, brother-in-law Michael Karbowski (Lois), sister-in-law Michelle Pituch (Daniel), and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, and godchildren.

Friends will be received on Sunday, November 9, from 1:00 to 4:00, and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in The Huntsman Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Moon Township (1522 Coraopolis Heights Road).  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday at 10 AM in St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, Moon Township (Everyone please meet at the church). Committal and entombment will follow at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, Moon Township.

The family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to Marion’s caretaker, Laurie Gloekl, for her compassionate care of Mom over the past two years; Good Samaritan Hospice, and all who have offered their love, prayers, and support during this time.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mission of Mercy Pittsburgh at https://mompgh.org/donate/ providing underserved populations with the services they need to improve their health and well-being.