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Kay Pappas

9/4/1927 - 1/27/2016

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Obituary For Kay Pappas

Kay Petrilla Pappas, 89, of Orlando, FL, formerly of Wintersville, died Wednesday, January 27, 2016 at Life Care Centers of Altamont Springs, FL. She was born in Weirton, WV on September 4, 1927 a daughter of the late John and Anna Krisak Gasper. A 1945 graduate of CCHS, she worked at Weirton Steel Co. until marrying John T. Petrilla on August 7, 1948. Kay and John were founding members of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. She worked at Jefferson County Courthouse until 1980. Upon moving to Florida she worked at Orlando International Airport, where she met her second husband George Pappas, whom she married in 1986. Kay and George enjoyed traveling to see family and visiting Atlantic City and Las Vegas. Preceding Kay in death were her first husband John in 1969; second husband George and son Dennis Petrilla both in 2015; sisters Ann Yoby, Mary Bulboff, Helen Salerno and Agnes Stankowicz; and brother Joe Gasper.

Kay is survived by her two sons Kirt Petrilla of California & Kevin (Sharon) Petrilla of Wintersville; several grand and great grandchildren; brother-in-law Leonard Salerno of Weirton and many nieces and nephews.

A memorial mass will be celebrated at Blessed Sacrament Church on Monday, February 1, at 8 a.m. (during regular weekday mass) with Msgr. Kurt Kemo officiating.

Memorials may be directed to Blessed Sacrament Church, 852 Main Street, Wintersville, Ohio 43953

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  • 09/03/2024

    M.H.

    May the loving Creator give you comfort and peace at this difficult time. Isaiah 41:10.

  • 09/03/2024

    Judy and John Irvin

    Dear Kevin, Sharon and family,Our sympathy on the loss of your Mom. It's been years since I've seen her. We are in Florida and unable to attend her service but will pray for her and the family. I remember going to Kay and Johnny's wedding when I was 10 years old. Peace be with you. Judy and John

  • 09/03/2024

    Barbie ( Petrilla) Giezentanner

    Sorry to hear of Kay's passing. Am new to family searching and just discovered this notice. My condolences to the family.I am Mike and Sue' s oldest daughter

  • 09/03/2024

    Ron Watson

    Kevin i think she,s in a better place ,i was there with her she fought as hard as she could . i will really miss her .she,s been a part of my life for last 25 years .her last words to me was that she love me .and i told her the same .love you bro and i will miss mom.

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