Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Martha Elizabeth Karandy, 64, of Annapolis, Maryland. She departed this life peacefully on September 7, 2025.

Martha was a beloved wife and devoted mother. She leaves behind her husband, Eric Karandy; her daughter, Bernadette and her husband, Peter Fulweiler and her son, Konrad Karandy. She was the adoring grandmother of Bernadette and Peter's children, Peter and Ronan. Martha is also survived by her parents, Jack and Kathleen Mitchell, as well as her brothers, George, Sean and Kevin Mitchell.

A lifelong educator, Martha dedicated many years to teaching at St. Mary’s Elementary School, where she shaped the lives of countless children. Later, she pursued a second career as a Navy Training Specialist at Naval District Washington, bringing the same dedication and warmth to all her colleagues and community. 

Martha had a vibrant and charismatic personality, and always loved to laugh. Known as "Gammie", she loved to spend time with her beloved grandsons. She filled the lives of her family and friends with immeasurable love, joy, and laughter. 

A Memorial Mass will be offered on Friday, September 12 at 10:30 am at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 Bestgate Road, Annapolis, MD 21401.

In lieu of flowers, gifts in memory of Martha may be directed to support Breast Cancer Research at the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center. A direct giving link can be found here: <a href="https://secure.jhu.edu/form/Kimmel">ONCO-Kimmel | Johns Hopkins Secure eCommerce (jhu.edu)</a>.

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Martha E. Karandy

Martha E. Karandy

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