12/08/2025
KENNETH PAUL KARPOVICH
GREENTOWN – Kenneth Paul Karpovich, 63, of Greentown, Pennsylvania passed away on December 2, 2025.
Ken was the son of the late Mary (Arts) and Frederick Karpovich. Ken, born and raised in Morris County, New Jersey, continued to live in Morris County, until he moved his family to a self- built home in Greene, New York, before ultimately settling in Greentown. Ken was a graduate of Morris Catholic High School and attended Syracuse University where he made lifelong friends and earned a degree in Chemical Engineering.
Ken was a devoted and fiercely protective family man, marrying his college sweetheart, Melissa Karpovich (Smith), and having two children, Amanda Karpovich and the late Ryan Karpovich. Ken loved visiting with his daughter and son-in law, playing with his grandchildren, and vacationing with his brother, John Karpovich, and his family.
As a lifelong small-business entrepreneur, Ken proudly took over the third-generation Aluminum Matchplate Company, founded in 1926. With a tireless work ethic and characteristic determination and ingenuity, he expanded the business from three employees to over 25 by merging with the Industrial Ferguson Company, where he continued to serve as sole proprietor, with his right hand, Sally Lim, by his side.
An outdoorsman at heart, Ken enjoyed hunting, fishing, and boating. He was also an avid
motor-sports enthusiast who could be found for many years behind the wheel on local tracks across the tri-state area. He also had a passion for hockey whether playing, coaching his son, Ryan, or cheering on the NY Rangers.
Ken is survived by his much loved daughter, Amanda, his son-in-law, Jared, and his beloved grandchildren, Lucas and Charlotte. He is also survived by his former wife and lifelong friend, Melissa, his beloved brother and friend, John, his sister-in-law, Michelle, and his nephews, Daniel and Matthew, and his sister- and brother-in-law, Michelle and Steve Selden. He leaves behind many friends, colleagues, and extended family, and he will forever be remembered for his devotion to his family, his loyal friendship, and his dependability and determination.
Services will be held to honor Ken’s life from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 13, 2025 at the Frey-Fetsock Funeral Home in Greentown, PA. Ken was a man who cared deeply for others. In his honor and in lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the AFSP. In his death, the family’s wish is to help another survive.