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Dorothy S. Katsaris

12/12/1936 - 1/30/2021

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Obituary For Dorothy S. Katsaris

Dorothy Susan Katsaris, 84, of Steubenville, passed away comfortably at home on Saturday January 30 following a brief illness.

Dorothy was born on December 12,1936 to Beatrice and George Matyas in Toronto, Ohio. After graduating from Toronto High School, she went on to serve in the United States Air Force for two years. Dorothy then spent several years as an administrative assistant working in the Steubenville Social Security office.

Marrying William (Bill) T. Katsaris in 1959, the active couple enjoyed outdoor activities, including boating, water skiing and tennis. Dorothy continued to be an avid tennis fan throughout her life, both playing the sport herself and following professional play.

In 1966, Dorothy’s focus changed to family as she started to raise her two daughters Susan and Melissa. Dorothy was incredibly involved in all their activities, especially sports.

Dorothy is survived by daughters Susan (Ron Jr.) Katsaris-Peeps and Melissa (Matthew) Katsaris-Smith, grandsons Noah William and Nicholas William Peeps, brothers Fred (Doris) Matyas and Mike (Grenda) Matyas, brother-in-law Tim Thomas, sister-in-law Yollie Thomas and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Bill (2000) and a brother George Matyas.

The family would like to express sincere thanks to SouthernCare Hospice Services, specifically Kathy, Susan, Angela and Diana, for their genuine and compassionate care.

Funeral arrangements will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Make-A-Wish Foundation or St. Jude Children’s Hospital per Dorothy’s wishes.

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  • 09/03/2024

    Cheryl J Skinner Tri-State Military Museum

    May the love of God surround you and your family during this difficult time, May you come to know that the love of God is with you always, May your memories of Dorothy S. Katsaris, give you peace, comfort and strength...Rest now in the arms of our Lord your mission on earth is complete. I thank you for your service to our Country and my Freedom. You will not be forgotten.My thoughtsand prayers to the family of ....US Air Force Veteran, Dorothy S. Katsaris, is "A True American Hero" God Bless†† Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 †

  • 09/03/2024

    Dorothy Matyas

    My aunt and I would go to lunch often and chat and catch up on everything.  I loved this time we got to spend together.  My heart is broken when I found out she passed. I love you so very much aunt Dorothy may you be at piece with uncle Bill.Love Boo

  • 09/03/2024

    Becky Hill

    Patrick and I enjoyed many visits with you when we left Charlotte and came to Steubenville to visit family. You were a big help when my mom passed and while my dad was ill.  You made us laugh and think. It will be hard looking up at the big empty house now. How cute it was to see the kitty houses you made while feeding the stray kitties.  Miss you

  • 09/03/2024

    Dave Anderson

    With Deepest Sympathy on the loss of your mother and my dear friend, Dorothy.  She was a special lady and I will really miss her.

  • 09/03/2024

    Frank McEwen

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