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Athena Kropp Obituary

KROPP - Athena of East Meadow, 2 1/2 years old, suddenly on June 10, 2010. Beloved daughter of Peter and Victoria. Adored sister of Anastasia. Loving granddaughter of Charles and Eleni Pitzel. Niece of Ted and Nancy Pitzel, Stephen Pitzel, Charles Pitzel, Kathleen Pitzel, Karen and Bill Wohlfarth, Susan Koehler and John Kropp. Will be greatly missed by cousins Veronica (Roni) Wohlfarth and Jennifer Davis. Visitation at O'Shea Funeral Home 2515 N. Jerusalem Rd. East Meadow, Saturday June 12, 2-5 and 7-9pm.

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Published by Newsday from Jun. 11 to Jun. 12, 2010.

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Michelle Lasco

August 9, 2010

My condolences. It was a pleasure providing music to you and your child during her treatment. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
(Michelle the intern)

Harold Finkel

June 24, 2010

Peter -

I was absolutely stunned by the tragic news you conveyed regarding Athena this morning. I was so pleased to have had the opportunity to share in the unbridled joy you obviously took in her life. May wonderful memories of the happy moments you were blessed to share with her be a source of everlasting comfort to you, your wife and your daughter...

Patti (STS Customer) Carlin

June 19, 2010

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Sharon Johanson

June 17, 2010

Dear Victoria,
I have no words to console you and your family. You are so wonderful and have always been so positive when speaking about your beautiful Athena's illness.
I have admired your grace and strength and wondered how you managed to get through with such a sense of humor. May that strength and grace lead you through your deep loss to the other side of exceptance.
Athena is always with you.
I'll prey for you and your family.

Lara Zwarun Bennett

June 14, 2010

Vicky,

My heart breaks for you and your family, but at the same time, I have such respect for the grace with which you are handling this. I wish you perspective, peace, and the knowledge that every moment of your little girl's life was filled with the safety and strength of a mother's love.

Jennifer Winslow-Bahrenburg

June 13, 2010

Dear Vicky,

I am so very sorry for your loss. I wanted to send my deepest condolences to you, your husband and your daughter and to each and every member of your family. So very sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Crystal

June 13, 2010

This is a shocking and gut wrenching tragedy. My deepest condolences and prayers to Vicky, Peter, and the entire family. She was taken from this world too soon. I hope both the joyful memories you've experienced with Athena live on forever.

Jennifer Viik-Fehrman

June 13, 2010

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Kathleen Pitzel

June 13, 2010

I will miss our little B so much. She was one in a million. Truly God's precious little angel and such a pleasure. I will never forget her and the happiness she brought me the moment I saw her born. I will miss her laugh, her adorable smile, her soft little voice when she spoke, watching her dance to her favorite shows and to The Bee Gees, fun times at the park, coming to Ya Ya's house and seeing the joy and happiness she brought to everyone who met her. She will be missed and loved forever. I love you with all my heart Vicki, Peter and Anastasia. May God strengthen you and the rest of our family, and cherish all of the memories we had with her.

Grace & Danny Conti

June 13, 2010

This morning Bonnie told us about Athena. No words can be written or said that would help at a time like this. Have peace in knowing that Athena knew how much she was loved, that you did everything possible and that she will continue to be your angel. Our deepest and most heartfelt sympathy to you all. May you feel God's love and peace surround you during this very difficult time. To Anastasia, may you always know what a special big sister you were to Athena and how she loved you.

June 12, 2010

Our condolences from my familY to yours during this difficult time. It's hard to read things like this especially when you have children of your own. May god bless you all xo

Russell Mintz

June 12, 2010

This morning as I was driving to work, Denise called with the tragic news of the passing of your angel. As our friendship has meant so much to me over the many years and as I've followed the growth of your family, I'm left both stunned and grief filled for you. Though I've never met Athena, I feel the loss as if it was my own.

Russ and Denise [STS customers] but friends first!

Zeda-Denny

June 12, 2010

You were there for us our first night in the hospital, and have given us strength through out our journey... With our deepest sympathy, we pray for your familys strength. Will miss seeing her run right pass me...

June 11, 2010

Pete,my heart goes out to you and your family. There are no words to express my grief and I cannot even begin to know how you are feeling. Please know that your precious angel is in a better place and that she is going to watch over you and her family now. Diane P. (sts customer)

June 11, 2010

With heartfelt sadness we send condolences to you Victoria, Peter, Anastasia and your whole family. Please know all her great aunts and cousins are taking care of Athena in heaven especially grandma Ronnie and grandpa Gus. There are no words to say but please accept all the love and light sent to you from everyone that knows you. "cousins Andrea, Adam and Denise Reilly"

June 11, 2010

RIP little angel <3

Debra Molloy

June 11, 2010

I am very sorry to hear about your daughter. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Debra (STS customer)

Michael Cohen

June 11, 2010

My deepest condolences to all the family. I hope each day gets easier for you. I really loved Athena, she was a wonderful little girl, I cherish all the time I spent with her. She was a bright light in my day when I saw her and I will miss her very much.
Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you.

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