Karen A. Yannarella Renna, 58, of New Castle passed away the evening of August 20, 2014 at Family Hospice and Pallative Care of Mt. Lebanon, PA. Born on December 16, 1955 in New Castle, she is the daughter of Fred P. and Helen M. Ginocchi Yannarella of New Castle.

After 25 years of working, Karen retired as the owner and operator of Carousel Cleaning and Property Management in Florida. She was a member of the Catholic faith. Karen enjoyed riding Harleys, the beach, travelling, and spending time with her dogs. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, Karen is survived by her children, Shannon and Glenn Garamella of Boynton Beach, FL and James Cleaver of New Castle; brother, Marty Yannarella and wife Debbie of New Castle; sister, Tina Yannarella of New Castle; and grandchildren, Joseph Guagno, Jr., Rachel Parker, Nicholas Cleaver, Alexander Cleaver, and Nico Cleaver.

Honoring her wishes, there are no calling hours planned, and services are private.

Entombment will take place at Parkside Mausoleum.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Ed and Don DeCarbo Funeral Home and Crematory 941 S Mill St.