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Dorothy Kaunas Obituary
Born May 11, 1933, she was a daughter of the late Peter and Mary Lapinsky.
Dorothy graduated from Cass Township High School in 1951. She worked for Bob Miller Chevrolet Co. as a secretary from 1951 to 1959. Dorothy later worked for Dr. Marvin C. Diamond, an oral surgeon, as a medical secretary from 1974 to 1994.
She was involved with the PTA at Saint Clair Elementary School, the Girl Scouts and American Legion. Dorothy volunteered with midget football, chaperoning school dances that were held at the Saint Clair Legion for the Children, Junior Women's Club, St. Casimir's Confraternity and helped making candy and pierogies at St. Casimir's Church, where she was a longtime member.
Dorothy was a beloved mother, grandmother and friend. She was most proud of her children and grandchildren and enjoyed spending holidays, summer vacations, and supporting the endless activities each one of her children and grandchildren participated in.
Dorothy was very generous with her time in helping others and extending thoughtful gestures to friends in need.
In addition to her parents, Dorothy was preceded in death by a brother, Peter Lapinsky.
Dorothy is survived by her husband, Duke and their children, Janet Hutchinson, wife of Dr. Thomas Hutchinson, Emmaus, Bobby Kaunas, husband to Carol Steranko, Schnecksville, and David Kaunas, husband to Stephanie Slotcavage, Orwigsburg. She is also survived by eight grandchildren, Jason, Marcus, Alexa, Kurt, Kiera, Brent, Ty and Keegan, and a niece, Nancy.
A funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Clair of Assisi, 250 E. Hancock St., Saint Clair. Monsignor William F. Glosser will officiate. A viewing will be held from 8:30 a.m. until the time of Mass. Interment will follow on the grounds of Schuylkill Memorial Park, off Route 61, Schuylkill Haven. Grabowski Funeral Home, Schuylkill Haven, is entrusted with the services. Donations in Dorothy's name can be made to the St. Clair of Assisi Memorial Fund, 250 E. Hancock St., Saint Clair, PA 17970.
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Patricia Maurer
March 24, 2018
Rest In Peace Dorothy. My deepest sympathy to your family and friends. You were very special to my mother Julia Hopko Dauchess. You were here favorite cousin. I have fond childhood memories of get togethers with Dorothy. God bless all of you and provide comfort for you. Love. Patricia Dauchess Maurer
Jennifer Urban
December 18, 2017
Deepest condolences to her family. She was always such a sweetheart.
December 11, 2017
Dear Duke, Janet, Bobby and David-my deepest sympathy on the passing of your wife/mother. Sending thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Jane Pritiskutch (Betty's daughter)
December 8, 2017
Dear Duke, Janet, Bob, David and all the Kaunas's,
Our deepest sympathies on the passing of this wonderful woman.
Jim and MaryBeth
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Ed/Mary Yarashus
December 7, 2017
Dear Duke and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We will always remember Dot's smile. She could light up a room with that smile. We will keep your family in our prayers.
Allan, Amanda and Debi (Pogash) Holley
December 7, 2017
Kaunas Family....our deepest sympathies to you all. This woman always had a moment to say hello and chat about the casino, food but most importantly, her family! God Bless you All!!!
Doris Chizmar
December 6, 2017
Dear Duke,& Family, We are so very sorry about your wife and mother. Our deepest condolences. She was a wonderful lady. We will pray for her and you all. May she rest in peace.
God bless you! Take care,
love, Doris & Monsignor John Chizmar and Diana Gabardi.
Rich & Geri Slotcavage
December 6, 2017
David, Stephanie,Brent ,Ty and Keegan
we are so sorry for the loss of your mom,we know how close you all were and know she will be missed dearly.Our hearts and prayers are with you always.
Love,mom & dad
Mary Fran Kaminski
December 6, 2017
To the entire Kaunas Family, my thoughts, prayers and sympathy go out to you on the los of Dot. She was a kind, loving, family-oriented woman who passed that on to her children. I will always remember and cherish the Christmas visits at her son and daughter-in-laws home and the laughter we shared.
Carolyn Johnson
December 6, 2017
Janet,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God comfort you in your loss.
Tricia Stefani
December 6, 2017
Janet,
Thinking of you and your family. I know how close you were to your mom and I know you will miss her dearly. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. If there is anything you need, please let me know. Xoxo
linda maley
December 6, 2017
Duke and family
I am so sorry to hear passing of Dottie She was a great person God bless you and your family
Love Dolores Barton
Judy Herring
December 6, 2017
Dave and Family,
I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. May your memories give you comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers,
Judy Eagan Herring
Marsha the Mailmam
December 6, 2017
Duke and the Kaunas Family, What a sweet woman your wife/Mom was. She always had a minute for everyone. She loved all of you dearly and enjoyed sharing stories and pictures about each of you. I know you will miss her. Hugs for you Duke. May our Lord bring to all of you, peace and comfort.
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