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Doris Gavrilos Obituary

DORIS GAVRILOS "Yia Yia" FORMERLY OF HAMMOND, IN
Doris Gavrilos, age 73, of York, PA, formerly of Hammond, IN, passed away Friday, May 9, 2008. She is survived by her children: Andy (Lisa) Gavrilos, Frank Gavrilos, Stephanie (Paul) Dydek and James Gavrilos; one brother, Steve (Kathie) Rigas; and brother-in-law, Rev. Leo (Joanne) Gavrilos; grandchildren: Doreen, Michael, Joseph, Steven, Thomas, Alexis, Kristina, Nicholas, Alexios, Constantine, Anastasia and Evangelia. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Gus A. Gavrilos. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, May 14, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. DIRECTLY at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, 7021 Hohman Ave., Hammond, IN. Burial at Elmwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held Tuesday, May 13, 2008 from 2:00-4:00 and 7:00-9:00 p.m. at Burns-Kish Funeral Home, 8415 Calumet Ave., Munster, IN. Doris was a member of the Daughters of Penelope and was retired from the Hammond School System. Memorial donations may be made to Compassionate Care Hospice Foundation, 4949 Ogletown Stanton Road, Suite 107, Newark, DE 19713 or Delaware Valley Chapter of the National Hemophilia Foundation, 222 S. Easton Road, Suite 122, Glenside, PA 19038.

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Published by The Times from May 12 to May 13, 2008.

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Mary Strickland (Flaris)

June 13, 2008

I will always remember Doris. Her wit and sense of humor in the choir loft on Sundays (in Hammond) and at rehearsals will never be forgotten. She always brought a smile to my face. She was really missed in choir when she relocated. My deepest sympathy to all of her family members. She truly was a treasure.

Connie Karras

May 19, 2008

The legacy Doris left is laughter and kindness, and though her physical body is no longer among us, her spirit lives in each of us.

My deepest sympathy to her family,

Connie, Elias and Nicky

Pearlann Bithos

May 13, 2008

To The Gavrilos family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. May her memory be eternal!
Fr. Stephen, Pearlann, Angie & Katie Bithos

Michele Seitzinger

May 12, 2008

It was a pleasure to have known Yia Yia for the past 8 years. She was a special woman that we will always remember fondly. She was a terrific friend and neighbor, and will be miss her terribly. We're so glad we had the chance to visit with her earlier in the week. Rest in peace Yia Yia, and may Heaven never run out of Wilton red food die! =) We love you!
~Michele, Jed, Austin and "your Courtney"

Steve Pakes

May 12, 2008

Another family member is now in Heaven. Rest in peace, dear cousin. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Steve Pakes and Joe Carmel

Cindy Jansky

May 12, 2008

To the Gavrilos family, We have lost a very dear lady. Her kindness has touched everyone she met. Doris and your family has done alot for us and we'll never forget it. Now that Doris has left us, we don't have to wonder when she'll get her wings, she was born an ANGEL.

MaryAnn Riley

May 12, 2008

We have lost a good friend and will miss her.Please remember the great times we all had together. We are sorry we can't be with you now in person but will be with you spiritually. We are here if you need us.Love, Aunt MaryAnn & Uncle Wayne

Mike Spudic

May 12, 2008

My sincere condolences on your loss. I had the priviledge to work with Doris, in the School system. She was always a pleasure to deal with. Hers was not an easy job, and I never saw her down. May she rest in peace. Sincerely,

Mike Spudic Jr.

Evan Tite

May 12, 2008

Dear Gavrilos Family,

My sincerest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your Mother Doris. May God give you peace and comfort knowing she is resting peacefully with our creator and that one day we shall all reunite with our lost loved ones.

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