Dorothy Rousos Livadas

Dorothy Livadas Obituary

Livadas, Dorothy Rousos
Rochester: Friday, August 29, 2008. Widow of attorney Dennis J. Livadas. Also predeceased by her son, James Livadas, brothers Anthony and Milton Rousos, sisters Evangeliki Hoke and Rose Stull. She is survived by her daughter, Ianthe Irene Livadas, god-daughters Calli Beck and Diane Christopher, brother and sister-in-law Constantine and Glace Rousos of TN, many nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and nephews, and family in Michigan, Ohio, California, Massachusetts, and Peloponesus, Greece.
Services will be held at the Greek Orthodox Church of the Annunciation, 962 East Ave., Wednesday at 10 am. Interment at the convenience of the family. To light a candle in memory visit:
www.anthonychapels.com
Anthony Funeral &
Cremation Chapels
2350 Monroe Ave. 244-0770

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Published by Rochester Democrat And Chronicle from Sep. 1 to Sep. 10, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Dorothy Livadas

9 Entries

Mary Jane (Walker) Henry

September 23, 2008

What an impact Dorothy Livadas had on my life! As a student in her class at Monroe Community College in 1966-67, she inspired me to express my opinions by writing letters to the editor of newspapers and magazines. My letters were always printed! She encouraged me to volunteer with community organizations representing my concerns & passions and I continued that over the years. I was a young wife and mother-to-be; Mrs. Livadas delightfully kept tabs on me through the pregnancy and birth. (By the way, that "baby" has become a fine woman of whom Mrs. Livadas would be proud.) Dorothy Livadas led by example. I remember: how her face would light up when she talked about her husband; how passionate she was about exercising freedom of expression; how she made a difference in our community and encouraged others to do the same. She taught me so much more than academics. She taught me how to embrace life and live it to the fullest. Such sweet memories I have of Dorothy Livadas.

joe freedman

September 9, 2008

To Ianthe

Please accept my condolences. Hope all is well with you.

Joe Freedman

Cynthia Tonias

September 8, 2008

Dear Ianthe and the whole Livadas Family,

We sincerely offer our most deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolenses.

Ianthe, Your Mom, Mama was a unique and special person. Our families were so close at one time and then drifted but WE never forgot the fun and lively times we had with your Mom and Dad. My Mom, my best friend, who died very suddenly 11 June 2008 thought so highly and respectful of your Mom. They proudly served with the Daughters of Penelope. As of December 2007, Your Mom 63 years and mine 50 years. I so enjoyed meeting her in Church every now and then or at the festivals.

I know there is so much more to say and much more to feel. I know there is more.

I, We pray for Dorothy to be at peace.

We wish you the strength you need and deserve. All our Love.

May her memory be eternal.

The Tonias Family
Elias, Constantine, Cynthia

Pauline, of Blessed Memory

Barbara Carlton

September 8, 2008

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, ""I welcome you.""

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......""My day was not in vain.""
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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