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Katerina “Kay” P. Drogaris, 99
February 28, 2014
Katerina “Kay” P. Drogaris, 99, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2014. Born and educated in Athens, Greece, she was the daughter of the late Elephtherios and Magdalina (Kambouropoulou) Kalokiarinos.
Kay was the wife of the late Peter A. Drogaris who died in 1960.
While living in Washington D.C. she supported her husband’s restaurant and sports construction business. They later moved their family to Pensacola, Florida where, after her husband’s death, she dedicated her energies to providing for her son. She was fiercely independent and sustained an incredible work ethic.
She was dedicated to her church life, extended family, and volunteerism. Kay was a member of the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, Lancaster, where she loyally volunteered at the Annual Greek Bazaar well into her 90’s.While living in Florida, she was the Founder and Chairwoman of the Annual Greek Bazaar at the Greek Orthodox Church of the Annunciation, Pensacola. Kay was a member of both the Philoptochos Society and Daughters of Penelope and was president of both organizations in Pensacola.
Kay had travelled extensively throughout Europe. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, and hosting family parties. Her wholehearted sense of humor and knack for storytelling will always be remembered by her family and friends.
Surviving is a son, Ed P. Drogaris, husband of Andriana (Hazangeles), of Lancaster, and two grandchildren, Peter and Diana, also of Lancaster.
A Greek tradition is to wish a long life and say “na ta katostisis,” which means may you live to be 100. Yaiya Kay would always add, “and after that, you’re on your own.” Mom, you were never on your own.
The family would like to offer special thanks to Dr. Spencer Phillips and the staffs at the Long Community, LGH, and Homestead Village.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a Funeral Service on Wednesday, March 5, 2014 at 10:30AM at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, 64 Hershey Ave., Lancaster, PA 17603, with Rev. Dr. Alexander Goussetis officiating and Rev. Hector Firoglanis. Viewings will be held on Tuesday from 7 until 9 PM in the chapel of the Charles F. Snyder, Jr. Funeral Home 3110 Lititz Pike with a Trisagion Service at 8 PM, and a second viewing at the church on Wednesday from 9:30-10:30AM. Interment will be in Conestoga Memorial Park.
Memorial Contributions may be made in Kay’s memory to The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church of Lancaster.
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Condolences to the Family
March 04, 2014
Ed, Andi and family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family during this difficult time.
Joe Duff III
March 03, 2014
Ed, Andi, Peter and Diana:
I am truly sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful lady. I am sure you have many, many happy memories to get you through this difficult time. I am so foutunate to have known her and I will really miss her.
Ruth Houck
March 03, 2014
We are truly sadden of the passing of your beloved Mother, Mother-in-law, and YiaYia. My Mother Helen Angelos Wieler and Harry Wieler were in
Florida different times and spent time with Kay, whick Kay took them to the bazaar in Pensicola, Fl. Kay was always a very gracious host, which Mom and Harry always had a great time. I got to know Kay through my Mother and being in Daughters. Kay was a wonderful, loving lady who always had a beautiful smile.
May your Mother’s memory be eternal.
Helen Angelos Wieler & Carl & Mary Mcclune
March 03, 2014
Dear Ed, Andriana, Peter, and Diana,
We are so sorry to hear of Kay’s passing. Our thoughts & prayers are with you. May her memory be eternal.
With sympathy,
Mark, Angela, Jim, and Andy Moshos
March 02, 2014
Ware so sorry for your loss. She will be greatly missed. Sincerely Cheryl Mowery and Richard Lewis
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