Katherine S

Kopan

Katherine Kopan died at age 91 on August 18, 2013 after a short illness. Born on August 14, 1922 in Toledo, she was the only child of the late Michael and Helen Saltos who emigrated from Tenedos, Greece. She was a lifelong resident of Toledo and a graduate of DeVilbiss High School and Tri State Business College. Married September 17, 1950, for 50 years, to the late Chris Kopan, a local optometrist.
She was a homemaker and raised four sons, and was always active in their lives. She was a lifelong member of Holy Trinity Cathedral in Toledo to which she volunteered extensively. She was a member of the choir for many years and served as director. She was a member and former president of the Maids of Athena. She was active with the Daughters of Penelope and served as president for four terms. She was active with Philoptochos and was a board member for over 29 years and served as president for three terms. She also served as president of the Mother's Club, active in the Child Conservation League and served on the Toledo Museum of Art Membership Committee. She was also a member of the Toledo Opera Auxiliary Board for many years. She chaired various committees for the Sapphire Ball. She was also chairman of the Toledo Opera Fashion Show and a member of The Ability Center and Samagama. She was active and served as the president of the Ohio Optometric Auxiliary Board, where she chaired two Greek Nights for the Ohio State Optometric Convention.
She is survived by hers sons: Thomas (Elly), Michael (Phyllis), Gregory and Dean (Maria) and nine grandchildren: Nikki, Lexi, Christopher, Nicholas, Christos, Anastasia, Katie, John and Grant.
Friends may call at Foth-Dorfmeyer Mortuary, 3815 Sylvania Ave. Tuesday from 3-8 pm with Trisagion Prayer Service at 7 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, August 21 at 11 am from Holy Trinity Cathedral. Entombment Ottawa Hills Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the Holy Trinity Memorial Fund.