Theofanis Kotjarapoglus

Theofanis “Theo” Kotjarapoglus, 86, of Hidden Valley Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2024. He was born in McKeesport, Pennsylvania on February 17, 1938, to Angelo Kotjarapoglus and Zoe Efthimiadou. He grew up in the city of Jeannette, Pennsylvania, graduating from Jeannette High School. Theo was a loving husband, a caring father, and a cherished friend to many, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and love. Theo’s always cheerful attitude and bright smile will be missed by all who loved and respected him dearly. He was a kind and gentle man who made the lives of all who knew him better. Owing to his Greek heritage, Theo loved the ocean, and particularly enjoyed spending winter months in the Naples and Ft. Myers Florida areas, relaxing and fishing in the surf. A proud powerboat owner, he loved to traverse the waterways of Maryland during the summer months. He loved to travel, especially taking cruises with his family, and visiting New England and Lake Placid. One of his all-time favorite adventures was visiting the Greek islands and his extended family in Athens Greece. He enjoyed golfing, spending time with family and friends, and especially watching his grandchildren playing sports. Theo had a love for all types of music, especially jazz artists such as Kenny G and Dave Koz. After receiving both his undergraduate and post-graduate degrees from the University of Pittsburgh in Public Administration, his impressive 35-year career at the American Heart Association culminated in serving as the Executive Vice President for Pennsylvania and Delaware. Theo believed deeply in community service, serving on numerous boards and committees, including the Pennsylvania Coalition Against Rape, The Vision of Hope Advisory Council, and Vision of Hope Development Committee. Theo was a member of the Carlisle Elks and the Harrisburg Masons. He proudly served in the Army Reserves. Theo is survived by his wife of 61 years, Mary Cathryn “Cathy” Kotjarapoglus and his daughters Kimberly Coll and husband Tom of Gainesville, Virginia and Christine Hudnall and husband David of Clifton Virginia, and his brother George Kotjarapoglus and wife Joan, of Murrysville Pennsylvania, sister-in-law Cindy Manolis, grandchildren Amanda Coll, Ryan Coll, Grant Hudnall, and several nieces and nephews. Theo is preceded in death by his parents Angelo Kotjarapoglus and Zoe Manolis, and his younger brother Angelo Manolis, all from Jeanette, Pennsylvania. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 15 at Pierce Funeral Home 9609 Center Street, Manassas Virginia 20110. Visitation will be from 1-2 PM followed by a Greek Orthodox service at 2 PM. Burial to follow at Stonewall Memory Gardens, 12004 Lee Highway, Manassas, Virginia 20109. In Lieu of flowers, please send donations to The American Heart Association or National MS Society

Theofanis Kotjarapoglus

February 17, 1938 - June 8, 2024