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Prokopios Zois Obituary
For Paul Zois, his children's ball games were sacred rites — events that took precedence over practically everything. He emmigrated from Greece at the age of 9, and was poor: he had never had time to play. As soon as his children — Stefania and Theo — were able to toddle, he began to make up for it. He coached their soccer and basketball teams year-round. Nearly every night, after work, he went to a practice or game. Frequently, he did not get home for dinner until 10 or 11, said his wife, Dorota.
"You should see our backyard," she said. "We have more balls and nets than you can imagine. He would never come home without new sports socks or sports gear he had picked up in the city."
The Friday before Sept. 11, Theo asked for a new pair of high-quality soccer shoes. The stores did not carry them, so Mr. Zois, 46, ordered them from a catalog. Meanwhile, since the soccer season was starting, he screwed new nubs into Theo's old shoes.
Wednesday, Sept. 12, the shoes arrived, Mrs. Zois said. Theo sat on the bed, crying and cradling them.
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Christina
September 11, 2023
We will never forget. Rest in peace.
Evelyn Rosemberg
September 11, 2023
In loving memory.
Thinking of your beautiful family PZ. May the memories always be a blessing .
Diana McCall
September 11, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person. Always remembered never forgotten
Anthony Borgese
September 11, 2023
Dear Professor Zois. You are still remembered in our minds and in our hearts. Rest in peace.
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Madeleine Gardella
September 10, 2023
Remembering you. A fellow TWA employee.
September 13, 2022
Thinking of you and your family, Paul. Rest well in God's Kingdom.
September 13, 2021
20 years. Paul, you will always be loved, missed and remembered.
Diana Mccall
September 15, 2019
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Panagiotis Milas
September 14, 2019
Georgia and Prokopis were our friends in Neos Kosmos area, Athens, Greece during ths early 60's.
Peggy Childers
September 11, 2019
To the family and friends of Propokios Paul Zois:
Please know that Paul will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not allow those we lost on 9/11 be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you.
September 11, 2017
Always remembered
Madeleine Gardella
September 11, 2017
TWA reunion this Saturday, September 16th. Airport folks and FAs and 605 and so on.
Thinking of you, Paul.
September 14, 2016
the best any man can hope for - is to be remembered after passing. you are remembered
Madeleine Gardella
September 11, 2016
TWA colleague remembering you always.
Prokopis, right behind another boy... 1962. Athens, Greece
Panagiotis Milas
September 11, 2016
Grissel Valentin
September 10, 2016
Thinking of you and your family today. RIP Paul
Anthony Borgese
February 18, 2016
I worked with Paul at Kingsborough Community College, where he taught courses in the Tourism and Hospitality Dept. When I was a student there, he taught me airline ticketing and wholesaling. He was a great teacher and a great colleague.
He always had a smile on his face and was always willing to assist students with anything they needed.
Since 9/11, I have had his picture on my desk as a constant reminder to try to do my best to assist all the students who need help.
When I attended the services for him, it broke my heart to see his wife and kids in pain. I see from this article that his boy is following in his footsteps of success, and I am really happy to read that.
We truly lost a really nice, gentleman that day, and the world is truly worse without him in it.
Diana McCall
September 11, 2015
Dorota.. Paul is still watching over your family and I continue to pray for you and your children always. I will always remember when we all worked at TWA as a family! My love to you! Take care my friend and continue to be strong.
September 19, 2014
God Bless and Keep you, Paul.
May your memory be eternal.
Rosetta
September 12, 2014
Derota, thinking of you, Stefania and Theo and sending you a big hug. Paul is always in our prayers and he will never be forgotten. We know that he is looking down, proud of his beautiful family and smiling that great smile of his..hugs and kisses
Judy Huck
September 12, 2014
We think of all of you often, but especially during this tough time of year. Although we moved away 9 years ago and are no longer your neighbors, you are never far from my thoughts. Love to all of you.
September 11, 2014
Dear Paul,
This fellow TW employee will remember you always. Godspeed to your family.
September 10, 2014
To the Zois Family,
Words cannot explain what a wonderful human being Paul Zois was. He taught me at Kingsborough and he was also my co-worker at TWA and I have never heard anyone say a bad thing about him. He is truly missed.
A.Cunningham
Evelyn Rosemberg
September 9, 2014
Dear Dorota,Stefie and Theo:
Thoughts and prayers today and always
Love
Evelyn
September 8, 2014
Ciociu Doroto, calujemy Was mocno z Polski:) Pamietam Ciebie i Paula i wiem, ze Paul byl wspanialym czlowiekiem. My thoughts are with You and Your children, I wish You all the best.
Agata, Ela and Julo
In memory of Paul Zois, January 2014
Grover Houck
January 26, 2014
Madeleine
September 11, 2012
You are remembered.
Vincent James Maturo
September 11, 2012
I worked with Dorota at the IAB at JFK. When she and Paul were married, I was elated. They were a match made in heaven. I transferred to Tampa and then left TWA in 1990. I lost touch with them and had no idea that Paul worked at the WTC. It was only a few weeks ago that I thought about Dorota and Paul, so I Googled Dorota Zois. It was one of the saddest moments I have experienced. I just didn't want to believe what I was reading. Paul was a wonderful man, married to a wonderful woman. My thoughts and prayers are with you Dorota, Stefania & Paul Jr. I will go to St. Nicholas in Tarpon Springs and light a candle.
Diana McCall
September 11, 2012
Dear Dorota,Stefania and Theo
Please take comfort in knowing that your Guardian Angel(Paul and your Dad)is still watching over you. He will never be forgotten.
Family friend from TWA
Diana
Paul Kutscera
September 12, 2011
September 12, 2011
My cousin Dean Semetis told me he worked with Paul at AMEX. My cousin is a good judge of character so Paul I know was an extraordinary individual.
My deepest condolences on this date to Paul's Family and Friends. God Bless each and every one of you.
May his Memory be Eternal!!!
Jeanie Freeburg
September 11, 2011
My family and I never got the pleasure of knowing you, but we had the honor of raising a TSA Homeland Security explosive detection puppy in honor of you, named "Zois". Zois is one of many that are fostered by US citizens for 1 year. If the puppy qualifies at the end of the 1 year the puppy continues on with further training by TSA for Homeland Security. Zois was 1 of 11 puppies in the litter... each named after 911 victims. However, she was not choosen to go into further training so my family adopted her. Zois is 6yrs old now and still very much a puppy at heart and a very special part of our family. Anyway, I had to share this with you and the readers. I urge each of you to consider contacting Homeland Security in your area and see if there is a program for you to do the same. It's for your Country! God bless you and your family.
EVELYN ROSEMBERG
September 11, 2011
Dear Dorota:
Thinking of you and your children >May G-d give you strength,,,
Love
Evelyn
Rosetta
September 11, 2011
Dear Dorota, thinking of you, Theo and Stefania today that God give you strength to get through today and every day. We all miss Paul and know that he is in heaven smiling down at us.....he will never be forgotten...With Love
September 11, 2011
Dear Darota, Stefania and Theo,
Paul was a blessing to know - his presence at TWA was one of kindness, cheerfulness, happiness, devotion to his family, friends and
and co-workers, and a drive for excellence in all his endeavors. Throughout all the years, I so
enjoyed hearing Paul expound about his children, his family life, his love of sports and his two countries.
He was admired and loved by his students and colleagues at Kingsborough Community College.
Darota, I feel certain that Paul's spirit is at peace knowing that you have taken such wonderful care of
Stefania and Theo. May you and your children feel the comfort of his ever-present love and care.
With love and prayers,
Rosemary Bufano-Falkowski
Diana McCall
September 11, 2011
We were a family at TWA and you are truly missed. My prayers to Dorota, Stefania and Theo. May God continue to watch over them!
September 10, 2011
My fellow TW employee,
You will never be forgotten.
Madeleine
toni russo storz
September 10, 2011
Remembering my wonderful college professor Paul Zois. He was truly a "gentleman". My thoughts and prayers go out to the Zois Family.
Eleanore
September 2, 2011
I received Prokopios's name from my church. We all received names of victims of 9-11, to pray for them and their families in the weeks leading up to the 10th anniversary of the terrorist attacks. Paul and his family will be in my prayers.
Rebecca Walters
September 2, 2011
I have started a facebook memorial page called Remember Me. Each person who joins, receives the name of someone who died on 9/11 to honour. I have just given someone Prokopios' name. Your loved one is not forgotten and prayed for.
August 3, 2011
As parents of two daughters who played for him, we thought he was a great coach. He was intense, but in a possible way. He wanted to convey his love for soccer to his players.
Bill & Lucille Ward
August 3, 2011
DEAR DOROTA,
WE ARE THINKING OF YOU AND YOUR FAMILY EVERY DAY !!! CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR SON WITH SCHOOL!! AND SAME FOR YOUR DAUGHTER AND YOU BECOMING A GRANDMOTHER !!!!
FROM YOUR FRIENDS AT LYNBROOK CUSTODIAL STAFF XOXOXOXOXOXO
gerard nicoletti
September 11, 2010
Paul, miss you buddy!
gerard
Maria Pappas
June 20, 2009
Very sad, thoughts and prayers to the family.
A fellow Greek in Canada.
Madeleine Gardella
September 11, 2008
Thinking of you.
TWA
Diana McCall
September 11, 2008
Dear Dorota,
I often think about you, Stefania and Theo and I pray that you have found your comfort zone and know that Paul is still watching over you and your children.
A friend for life
Diana McCall from TWA (JFK)
Robert Anderson
October 10, 2007
Was just sitting at the computer, and started thinking about the times we used to hang out playing Basketball or Baseball at PS 31 when we were young, all the fond memories came flooding back. Remember playing Basketball at the Greek church in Bayside on Saturday mornings? Or the Church in the Bronx? So many good memories. I remember when we first got our drivers licenses, and my 1st car was a Red 67 VW Beetle. All the guys laughed, and a few years later you got a new Yellow one! We Miss ya Paul, and talk about you often. May you rest in piece "My friend"
Love bob.
Madeleine Gardella
September 14, 2007
Paul Zois will always be remembered by this former TW employee.
Diana McCall
September 11, 2007
09/11/2007
Dorota,it's been 6years and I can remember when You and PZ worked at TWA. We were a family and then you moved on but kept in touch and let us know how Stefie,Theo and Paul were doing. You even stop by in your nurses uniform to say hello.
I want you to know I think about you and your family often and hope you and your children are well. I know Paul is always watching over you because he knows your love for him will never die. My prayers are always with you ,Stefie, Theo and Paul
TWA Family member (Diana McCall)
Zois
May 16, 2007
Hello my name is also Zois and i m from greece xD
Jerry Klaas
May 2, 2007
I remember the first time I met Paul, "Call me PZ because it's easy", he said. I will always remember his smiling face and his postive influence on my life.
P Tabbernor
April 25, 2007
In remembrance....
Nancy
September 15, 2006
Paul,
I didn't know you personally but I'm sure I would have enjoyed playing basketball on your team. My dad coached my friends and I through the years. I lost him 10 years ago, and can picture Theo's reaction when he opened the package containing the shoes because something similar happened to me. Your family and friends will forever remain in my thoughts, heart and prayers.
George Kitsinis
September 11, 2006
Our deepest sympathies to the Zois family. The world lost a wonderful man.
Your cousins in California,
The Kitsinis Family
Joseph Rosario
April 25, 2006
Mrs Zois.
Today is a real sad day for me. After, after 22 years that i came out of college, KINGSBORUGH COMMUNITY COLLEGE, i found out today that my BEST friend and professor died on 9-11. Please accept my condolence to you and your family. May God be with you and your family forever.
Joseph Rosario
C.A.L.
June 6, 2005
My deepest sympathies to Paul's family and friends...Peace
valeria carrasco
October 19, 2004
Dorota, Stefania and Theo,
Words, I suppose, will never be able to express the fondness and thus dual sadness we feel in knowing Paul. He is still, to this day one of the kindest, most generous individuals we have ever had he great pleasure of knowing. Although he is not physically in our presence at this very moment, do know that he is in not only your thoughts and memories, but in my familys as well.
Love Always,
The Carrasco Family
Dimitri Manesis
October 6, 2004
May Procopios's memery always be remember. He will always be in our heart.
Corey Karren
February 16, 2004
I just wonted to say I am still thinking about the world’s big loss on September 11, my hart and prayers to the families. You will always live strong in my hart and mind.
By no means Never forget September 11, 2001
We Love you all
-Corey
Kim S
September 11, 2003
Dear Zois Family,
I attended Kellenberg with Stephania and Theo. I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to you all. May Mr. Zois rest in peace.
Kim S.
KMHS2002
Megan Neary
September 11, 2003
Dear Dorota, Stefania and Theo,
I often think back to my childhood and I am taken back by the overwhelming joy my memories bring me. Your family is in many of these memories. When I heard of your loss, I was devastated. Your family was a big part of not only my life, but of the lives of all our friends as well. I will always remember Paul's encourageing words on the basketball court and his contagious smile. Your home was a place of warmth and hospitality and your kindness reached more people than I think you realize. Your family holds a special place in my heart. I am blessed to have had the opportunity to know such wonderful people. Although our paths may not cross as often as we'd like, I want you to know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God Bless your family and hold Paul safe in his Kingdom until the day you may all meet again.
With Love,
Megan
Nancy Warren
September 11, 2003
MEMORY ETERNAL.
The Wiener Family
September 11, 2003
Dorota, Stefania and Theo.
On this second anniversary of the passing of Paul. We wish all of you a peaceful life. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
anne jones
September 13, 2002
peace be with your family
Kevin Murray
September 13, 2002
Dorota,
I will always remember Paul smiling face and helpful attitude. You are always in my thoughts and prayers.
JOSEPH BASTIDE
September 13, 2002
AT TWA WE CALLED HIM "PZ", I'LL ALWAYS REMEMBER HIS GREAT SMILE.
GOD BE WITH YOU PAUL
"JOEY B"
ZOIS TZITZIFAS
September 12, 2002
GOD BLESS PAUL & YOUR FAMILY,
ZOIS IN GREEK MEANS "LIFE" SINCE IT IS MY NAME. I HOPE GOD GIVES YOU & YOUR FAMILY ALL THE ZOE YOU DESERVE.
FROM A FELLOW GREEK!
ZOIS
Linda Mastro
September 7, 2002
Dorota.....you are in my heart and thoughts constantly. My prayers and
best wishes I send to you and your family on this the first anniversary of your terrible loss.
May God bless and protect you and your family and know that Paul will be watching down on you always.
Love, Linda Mastro (TWA)
RALPH TRIGO
June 13, 2002
JUST KEEPING IN TOUCH WITH YOU DOROTA,TO SEE HOW YOU ARE DOING,YOU ARE ALWAYS IN MY PRAYERS.GOING TO MARY IMMACULATE,IS JUST NOT THE SAME ANYMORE.YOUR FRIEND RALPH THE COP.
Del Newberry
May 14, 2002
What a wonderful man - a true American! We will never forget him or his family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
eileen williams
April 2, 2002
I've had the pleasure of knowing and working with both Paul and Dorota at TWA. In June of 2001, I unsuspectedly encountered Paul during a sales call at MMC. He gave me his biz card with his home number in hopes of organizing a TWA reunion. I still can't bring myself to discard it. My sister Anne and I attended his beautiful memorial service in which I will never forget the poise and elegance of both his young daughter and wife, standing up to speak in front of such a large gathering. You will always remain in our hearts and prayers, and please know that we will never forget your beloved husband and father.
Melody Bowers
March 18, 2002
May God bless Mr. Zois and his family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with all of the victims and their families and friends. May we never forget that awful day. Love, Melody
Faith
March 12, 2002
What a beautiful and loving tribute to Mr. Prokopios in the Times. What a wonderful man he was! His children can live with that precious legacy. God bless all his friends and family, from a school teacher in Maryland.
RALPH TRIGO
March 11, 2002
MY HEARTS AND PRAYERS,GO OUT TO YOU DOROTA,KNOWING YOU PERSONALLY,YOUR LOST, BROUGHT ME TO TEARS MORE THAN THE LOSS OF MY FELLOW OFFICERS LOST IN THE WTC.IF THERE'S ANY WAY I CAN HELP YOU BIG OR SMALL,YOU CAN ALWAYS COUNT ON ME.YOUR FRIEND THE COP RALPH
Kiki Liston
March 7, 2002
My heart, my prayers and my strength go out to your family! What happened to Paul and all the other 9/11 vicitms is not fair, but we will continue to pray for you all and pray for peace. I will read this e-mail tommorrow during my radio show in tribute to Paul! Love to you!
Kiki Liston (Vale)
Kathleen Jones
February 22, 2002
I do not know you or your family personaly but my love goes out to you. May God be with you and your children.
May you seek the God who will guide you.
Marilyn Towns-Jones
February 3, 2002
Dear Dorota & family
Though Paul may not be with you in body, he is and will always be with you in spirit. You are in my prayers. God Bless.
Mary G
February 2, 2002
Paul was one of the few people on this planet who was always smiling, and who truly cared how YOU were or what he could do for YOU. Dorota, we are all blessed to have known and loved him.
Margaret McCabe Kenney (TWA)
February 1, 2002
Dorota, My heart goes out to you and your family. I will keep you in my prayers. Love, Margaret
Truman Adkins
January 30, 2002
My deepest sympathy to you and your family and friends. I pray peace for you as time allows, and it will.
Ojas Vaidya
January 28, 2002
God bless your family. This man is what America is all about. The pursuit of happiness. My parents are immigrants from India, and had to struggle in order to reach their dreams. Through hard work and perseverance they have achieved more than they expected. I know this man will live on in the hearts of the Zois family for years to come.
Cindy Leathers-Hollander
January 9, 2002
I am a fellow American Express employee, and Mr. Zois worked at the Marsh McClennan American Express onsite office. I wish to express my deepest condolences to his family. I am saddened over the loss of my fellow employees. Mr. Zois was a tremendous father and husband to his family. I am praying for his family and will never forget this tragedy.
Carol McGuinness
January 7, 2002
God Bless Paul!Your are greatly missed and remembered forever.
A wonderful friend and coworker.Always helpful with a smile and kind words.So proud of your son & daughter a great Dad.
Prayers and candles lighted that you may have eternal peace and that some day we will meet again.God Bless America the land that you truly loved!
Shirley Day
December 16, 2001
We will miss you Paul. The world has lossed a gentle caring soul. May you rest in peace
IRENE STAPINSKI
December 5, 2001
GOD BLESS PROKOPIOS PAUL ZOIS AND
MAY HE REST IN PEACE.GOD BLESS HIS
FAMILY AND FRIENDS.GOD BLESS AMERICA
AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01
Teresa Jahn
December 1, 2001
America Cries
We see your sorrow-
and our hearts cry....
We can not erase your pain
but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-
-the American people-
are beside you.
We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,
the strength that gives you courage,
and the words to lighten your spirits.
And when we are left speechless
may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts
to ease your sorrow.
May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-
-the American people-
face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn
Dixon, IL
tasos Agathocleous
October 29, 2001
May God rest Prokopios Soul.
We should leave our hopes only to God.
God Bless you all.
Tasos
Dianne purdy
October 7, 2001
My heart is heavy with grief. I cannot imagine the pain you must be experiencing with such a loss! Please know there are many out here who Care Deeply about you. We pray every day for your consolation.
c m
October 3, 2001
Please accept my attempt to console your family for your loss. I am so sorry, and I will pray for you.
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