Katherine Tsavaris (Michaelides) fell asleep in the Lord on Thursday, March 17, 2022. Katherine was born in Astoria, New York on February 26th, 1966. she is survived by her beloved son Michael F. Michaelides, her mother Sophia Tsavaris, Brother Kosta Tsavaris (Penny), numerous Cousins, Sisters and Brother-in-Laws, Theodora Genduso (Antonino), Annette Wexler (Jay), Francesca Weiss (Andrew), Elisabeth Halbig (Richard), Dennis Michaelides (Barbara), and many, many nieces, nephews, grand nieces and nephews.
Katherine moved to Florida 25 years ago with her son Michael. Katherine was a single mother who worked at Gulf Middle School for over 22 years, where she also served as Building Union Rep. As a single parent Katherine held several jobs in addition to teaching.
Katherine was a pillar of the community. Katherine was a Sunday School Teacher, GOYA youth advisor, Cub Scout Leader, Bowling mom, Oratorical mom and served on the Levendia (Greek Dance Group) board. Katherine was a role model to her students and inspired them to overcome obstacles. Katherine's greatest accomplishment was her son Michael, working hard, being an example and raising him into the amazing man he is. Katherine was an amazing mother, daughter, sister, friend, and teacher. Katherine left her mark on all who were privileged enough to know her.
A visitation for Katherine will be held Tuesday, March 22, 2022 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at St Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, 36 N Pinellas Ave,, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689. A funeral service will occur Tuesday, March 22, 2022 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at St Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 36 N Pinellas Ave, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689. A graveside service will occur Tuesday, March 22, 2022 from 1:30 PM to 2:00 PM at Meadowlawn Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens, 4244 Madison Street, New Port Richey, FL 34652.
In lieu of flowers it was Katherine's wish that donation be made to Gulfside Hospice.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.northmeadowlawnfuneral.com for the Tsavaris family.
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