Joseph C. Karabaich Obituary (1944 - 2018)

Joseph C. Karabaich Of Horseheads, NY passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 17, 2018 at the age of 74. Joe was born December 15, 1944 in Lancaster, PA, a son to the late Joseph and Carolyn Wagner Karabaich. He is also predeceased by his brother Thomas Karabaich. He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Andrea Havlicsek Karabaich; son, Michael (Susanne) Karabaich with their children, Leah and Patrick; son, Nicholas Karabaich; brother, David (Susan) Karabaich; niece, Heather (Scott) and nephew Dave and several cousins. Joe retired with over 33 years as a teacher in Horseheads Central School Dist. He was very active in athletics, including Horseheads High School Baseball and Boys and Girls Soccer. He started the Girls soccer at the High School, the Horseheads Elks Hoops Shoot, and Local Soccer Assocs. Joe was kind, caring, and fair and will be deeply missed. In addition Joe loved time spent golfing with his friends, watching his grandkids' sporting events and summers at the Keuka Lake. The family will welcome relatives and friends to Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St. at Rt. 13, Horseheads, NY on Saturday, December 22, 2018 from 3PM-6PM. Those wishing to remember Joe please consider making donations to a charity of one's choice.