
Fr. William Zotis
- On January 13, 2025
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Fr William Zotis, 87, born March 9, 1937 in Koutsahera, Greece. He immigrated to the United States from Greece at the age of 18 and lived the American Dream. The beloved husband to his wife of nearly 58 years, Mary DiCarlo Zotis, they raised a beautiful family of three daughters and built several successful businesses including a bakery, The Big Z Diner and Trotters Restaurant in Washington, Pennsylvania. His family was always his first priority.
Bill was a proud veteran of The United States Army, where he served as a cook, among other various capacities. His stories from his time in the Army were always interesting and entertaining.
Throughout his life, Bill was a warm, generous and forgiving person. He lived with an indomitable spirit and was delighted to discuss politics, business or life in general with anyone who had the time to invest. Bill was a huge proponent of education and always encouraged family and friends to attain the highest level of education possible.
Later in life, Bill enjoyed the last 35+ years as a Greek Orthodox priest, feeling blessed to give back to the Greek community. He would be known to say, “It’s good to participate”.
Bill greatly cherished and is survived by his wife Mary, his daughters Litsa Zotis, DDS (Ray Middleman, Esq.), Christina McArdle, DPM (John McArdle), JoAnn Hajnosz, DPM (Christopher Hajnosz, DPM), his grandchildren Maria Hanley, Esq. (Jacob Hanley, Esq.), Eleni Werner, DDS (William Werner), William Carr, Samantha McArdle, Richard Carr, Donald McArdle, Mary McArdle, Elliana Hajnosz, Ava Hajnosz, Marina Hajnosz and great grandson John William “Jack” Hanley as well as the expectant arrival of a great granddaughter in February.
William lived a Blessed life.
Visitation will be on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 from 3-8 pm at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church, 123 Gilkeson Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15228. A Trisagion Service will be held at 7 pm. Liturgy will be held in church on Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 9 am. Additional visitation will follow from 10 am until the time of service at 11 am. Interment to follow at Mt. Lebanon Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Iconography Fund, 123 Gilkeson Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15228.
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