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Dolores Marie "Dolly" Gianoulis

1931 - 2018

Dolores Marie "Dolly" Gianoulis obituary, 1931-2018, Greenville, MN

BORN

1931

DIED

2018

FUNERAL HOME

Doherty Funeral Homes, Inc. - Pike Creek

3200 Limestone Road

Wilmington, Delaware

Dolores Gianoulis Obituary

Dolores "Dolly" Marie Gianoulis

Greenville - Dolores "Dolly" Marie Gianoulis passed peacefully at home September 7th, 2018 surrounded by her 4 children and a granddaughter. A death as gracious and beautiful as was her being in life.

Dolores was born December 19, 1931 in Lawrence, MA to James and Hilda Winnington. She grew up on Mill Road, where her father managed Bancroft Mills, and where Dolly worked after graduation.

Dolly married her high school sweetheart, Nicholas R. Gianoulis, on November 27, 1953 in St. Ann's Church. The couple met at a Salesianum / St. Elizabeth's dance and were married 56 years.

Dolly delighted in nurturing family, friends, and her beloved cats and dogs; in decorating her homes; in summers at the beach; in the quiet satisfaction of gardening; in the extensive travel she and Nick enjoyed. She was prime support to Nick as he built his successful business, United Electric Supply. A gracious hostess and wonderful cook, Dolly entertained for business associates and friends, and relished preparing and enjoying big Sunday suppers and holiday feasts shared with extended family.

Her joy as a mother was only surpassed by sheer delight in her grandchildren, who treasure their memories of Mom Mom. Dolly was blessed to behold the first great-grandchild.

Predeceased by her father in 1980, and husband and mother in 2009, Dolly's love lives on in her children, Deborah (David) Heald, Donna (Brad) Van Every, Nick (Maria), Diane (Dan) Krapf and their families. Her memory is cherished by all who knew her.

Dolly's family is grateful for the exceptional and caring staff at Stonegates Community. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. Ann's Church and/or Swank Center for Memory Care, c/o Development Office, 13 Reads Way, Suite 203, New Castle, DE 19720.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St Ann's Church, 2013 Gilpin Ave., Wilmington, DE 19806 at 10:00 am on Saturday, October 6th, with burial following at Cathedral Cemetery.

To offer condolences, visit www.dohertyfh.com 302-999-8277.

Published by The News Journal on Sep. 16, 2018.
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OLD FRIENDS FROM DEERHURST SEND BLESSINGS/LOVE.

September 11, 2019

In rememberance of Dolly, May you be in Eternal Rest with our Lord and Saviour.... Many Blessings to the Entire Family...

stephanie colombobilinski

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September 10, 2019

When we were in High School,I remember visiting at Nick& Dollie's home,for some lovely dinners.My father,Ronald Colombo( deceased)$mother ( Carolyn),apparently friends with Nick Sr.&Dollie.My sister and Diane Gianoulis,were also friends.My sister Stacie Colombo Steinke& myself & Diane went to Concord Highschool.M y condolences& prayers of comfort go out to the Entire Gianoulis Family at this difficult time.As a patient care tech myself,I always commend my colleagues for their genuine care of these wonderful people.M ay our Lord watch over all of you ,and Bless you.
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Stephanie Colombo-Bilinski

September 26, 2018

Dolly was the most wonderful person and provided loving support to her husband , Nick. Dolly was the First Lady of United Electric for almost 30 years and was loved by all of our employee. Our deepest sympathy to the Gianoulis Family. Rest In Peace Dolly.
Tom and Linda Cloud

September 16, 2018

TENUI NEC DIMITTAM--"I'VE TAKEN HOLD AND WON'T LET GO"--LATIN MOTTO OF SALESIANUM/SALLIES--SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO FAMILY/FRIENDS--NICK WE LIVED ACROSS STREET IN DEERHURST--BLESSINGS/LOVE--BEVERLY/ARNIE SAMSON.

September 16, 2018

My sincere condolences to the family for the loss of your loved one. Find strength in prayer, joy in your fond memories and comfort in God. (2 Thessalonians 2:16-17)

September 15, 2018

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