Mark Zigoris Obituary

Name: Visitation for Mark Zigoris
Start: 2019-09-14T20:30:00.000Z
End: 2019-09-14T23:00:00.000Z
Location: Gilligan Funeral Home - Kenwood

Mark Zigoris

Blue Ash - Mark Zigoris, D.D.S., leaves behind his faithful wife of 40 years, Irene (nee Mastroyin), three children Dean Zigoris (Maryann), Alexia Zigoris and Philip Zigoris (Julie), five grandchildren, Nicholas, Aidan, Lydia, Ilona and Vivienne, and a sister Helen Valavanis of California and many nieces and nephews, and a long list of great friends and acquaintances. He was preceded in death by his parents Constantine and Madgalene Zigoris, his sister Bess Stanos and son Andre. Dr. Zigoris practiced periodontics in Montgomery, Ohio for over 30 years and was a professor of dentistry at University of Louisville for 25 years. He also taught and practiced in Saudi Arabia. He was a lifelong member of the AHEPA (American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association) and served in many roles at the local, district and national levels. He was a founding member of Dental Care Plus and volunteered at Price Hill Dental Clinic for the past 10 years. He was a long-time docent at the Natural History Museum at Union Terminal. His love for travel and music took him all over the world and Mark had a special way of connecting with everyone he met at home and abroad. He always took the time to help others and was a source of joy and positivity through good times and bad. Visitation Saturday, September 14 at the Gilligan Funeral Home on Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, from 4:30 - 7:00 PM. Donations can be made to the Mark Zigoris Memorial Fund at any 5/3 Bank. Online condolences may be expressed on Mark's facebook page, Facebook.com/mark.zigoris.

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Published by Kentucky Enquirer on Sep. 11, 2019.

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JOHN CONNOLLY

Yesterday

I was a patient of Dr Zigoris while attending Ohio State in the early 60's. After he graduated I rented a truck and moved his furniture to Louisville where he had taken a position at UL. I stayed with him and his family for a few nights and then headed out on a country-wide hitchhiking adventure. I especially remember when he let me out of the car alongside Interstate 71 and performed a thorough exam of my gums while traffic was whizzing by. He was one of the kindest, interesting and generous people I have every met. I was hoping to see him next weekend when I return to Columbus for a 65th high school reunion. I was saddened to realize that I had waited six years to long. He was a truly beautiful man!

Linda LeGendre

March 4, 2024

Dr. Zigoris was always so very kind.
When he told me he was leaving his practice I just about cried. I had just lost my Mom (2015). I just suddenly thought of him tonight and looked him up. Bless all his kindnesses.

Toni Nako

September 5, 2020

I can’t believe it has been a year since Mark has been gone. I still think of him often and feel as though he’s traveling and I’ll see him soon. I hope you’re well Irene and the rest of the family too. RIP dear Mark, we all miss your friendly smile. Toni

T Burns

November 6, 2019

I was a patient of Dr. Zigoris, and I am saddened that I will no longer get to see him. We talked music, blues specifically, and we shared many smiles and laughs together during my visits. Most people don't like going to the dentist or their periodontist. Not me, I looked forward to each and every visit with him. I will miss him deeply. My condolences to his friends and family

Michael Lohr

October 28, 2019

I knew Dean Zigoris while in Speed School at U of L and would like to express my condolences for the lost of his father. Lost my dad 10 years ago and not a day goes by. All my best.

Toni Nako

September 17, 2019

Condolences to Irene and family. I've known Mark for 25 years as a patient and friend; he was truly one of a kind. Half of my appointment time was talking about food. He will be missed.

Marvin Fischbaum

September 16, 2019

Dr. Zigoris helped so many people in so many ways. He may have thought that serving as president of our homeowners association is no big deal, but finding someone to fill his very big shoes may well be impossible.

Kathy Daines

September 13, 2019

He was the most wonderful man, super sweet man..I will miss him deeply...prayers for the family...R.i.p

Peter G Courlas

September 11, 2019

I am very saddened to heart of Mark's death. He was truly a renaissance man doing good works professionally, and as a volunteer in the community.He was a scholar who read philosophy widely, enjoyed all of the arts and traveled extensively all over the world.He was devoted to his large family, particularly his wife Irene.He will be missed by the many friends he made with his kind engaging manner as well as the many colleagues who respect his professional skills.

James Tzitzon

September 11, 2019

Sorry to hear of his passing. May his memory be eternal.