Ms. Pamela Jean Makricosta
September 1, 1953 ~ April 8, 2023
Born in:
Steubenville, OH
Resided in:
Weirton, WV
It is with deep sadness that we mourn the sudden passing of Pamela Jean Makricosta on April 8, 2023. She was 69 years old. Pam passed away while doing what she loved, recording her weekly broadcast of “The Athenian Hour” at WEIR 1430 AM.
Pam was born on September 1, 1953, in Steubenville, Ohio, and raised in Weirton, West Virginia. She was a proud graduate of Weir High School Class of 1971, and West Liberty State College (now University).
Pam was the regional coordinator for the Adult Literacy and Lifelong Learning Program at Mary H. Weir Public Library. She was passionate about education and worked tirelessly to help others learn. In her free time, she volunteered at the Weirton Area Museum and Cultural Center, where she served as Co-President of the Board of Directors.
She was just as passionate about her Greek heritage and worked tirelessly to preserve and promote the culture and language of Greece. For 50 years, Pam was the host of “The Athenian Hour,” a radio program that played Greek music, provided relevant news, and listed cultural and religious events in the tri-state area. Her program was the only Greek radio broadcast in West Virginia, and Pam was proud to be an important part of preserving the Greek culture and language in the region.
Pam’s devotion to her program was evident in the fact that nearly all the music heard during “The Athenian Hour” was from her personal collection. Her knowledge of Greek music and culture was unparalleled, and her passion for sharing it with others was contagious.
Pam’s love for her Greek heritage came from her father Nick, who was born on the Greek island of Chios, and her mother Helen, who was born in Weirton. Her grandparents were refugees who survived the slaughter of Christians by the Turks.
Pam was a member of the All Saints Greek Orthodox Church, the Philoptochos Society, Daughters of Penelope, and president of the Paleo Phocean Society. She was also active in the Weirton Woman’s Club.
Most of all, Pam will be remembered as a beloved citizen of the Weirton community, and her passing is a great loss. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all who knew her. Her legacy will live on through her dedication to preserving Greek culture and language, and her contributions to education and preservation of our community.
She was preceded in death by her parents Nick and Helen Koukoulis Makricosta; and her sister in law Sandra Makricosta.
She is survived by her brother, Tony, her best friend Sally, and her church family at All Saints Greek Orthodox Church in Weirton.
Visitation will be 10 AM until time of services at 11 AM Tuesday at the All Saints Greek Orthodox Church, Weirton.
Fr. Matthew Moore will preside.
Interment will follow at Paris Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made in Pam’s memory to the All Saints Greek Orthodox Church Benevolent Fund.
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Services
Visitation: April 11, 2023 10:00 am - 11:00 am
All Saints Greek Orthodox Church
3528 West Street
Weirton, WV 26062
304 797 9884
www.allstswwv.org
Funeral Liturgy: April 11, 2023 11:00 am - 11:50 am
All Saints Greek Orthodox Church
3528 West Street
Weirton, WV 26062
304 797 9884
www.allstswwv.org
Graveside Service: April 11, 2023 12:15 pm - 12:30 pm
Paris Cemetery
Paris, PA
304-748-4109
Charities
The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in Pamela Jean Makricosta 's name.
We were really sorry to hear of Pam’s passing. She was such a smart, kind, helpful, and dedicated person. Truly caring about literacy and her Greek heritage, Pam helped so many to learn how to read and better their lives. It was a privilege to work with her and the literacy program. Weirton has lost a wonderful person. May she rest in peace.
Love you and miss you pam.
Pam and I grew up across the street from each other. I can truthfully say I never heard a cross word from her, for she always spoke with kindness and love. May you rest forever in the arms of Jesus dear friend.
May Pam now rest in peace as she worked so hard for all in the tri state community for so many years. Deepest sympathies to her brother and many friends on her passing…..
May Pam now rest in peace as she worked so hard for all in the tri state community for so many years. Deepest sympathies to her brother and many friends on her passing…..
So very sorry to hear about Pam. She was in my graduating class from WHS in 1971 and I have fond memories of her as a beloved classmate. Prayers for family and friends. 🙏🙏
I am so sorry to hear of Pam’s death, she was a steadfast advocate and supporter of her Greek culture and very involved in preserving Weirton history and heritage. I appreciate her support of all of our classmates from Weir High.
Tony, So very sorry to hear of Pam’s passing. She was a wonderful person who will be sadly missed by all. May her memory be eternal.
Pam’s love for her family, her church, her friends and community will live in our hearts forever. I will always miss you, my friend. Much love, Doris
So sorry to hear about Pam’s sudden passing. We grew up together in the All Saints Greek Orthodox Church and were in Camp Fire Girls, Greek school and choir together.
She was a very caring and giving person and will be missed. May her memory be eternal.
Thank you for all of your invaluable contribution to our community.
You will be missed.
The Di Bacco family
So smart,so kind,so proud of her eritage!Sincere condolences to Tony and the community that loved her !!
“I was shocked and saddened to hear of Pam’s passing. She had such a positive impact on the Weirton Community and touched the lives of so many. Please know that you have my deepest condolences.”
Pam was such a delight! Always smiling and involved in the Greek community, that is where we came to know each other ,in the Maids of Athena. My condolences to the family and prayers for God’s comfort to them. Pam will be greatly missed !
It was with GREAT sadness hearing the passing of Pam. She was a light in the shadows
of Weirton. She was a dear friend and will be missed. Bob Kelley
So very sad about her passing. She was a wonderful person to everyone 🙏
My condolences to you Tony 🙏
We at Swaney Memorial Library are saddened to hear the news of the passing of Pam. She was a huge help to several of our Patrons. She will be missed so much. Our sincere condolences to her family, friends and those who knew her.
❤️Shauna & Hannah
So very sad to hear of Pam’s sudden passing. Her dedication to Adult Literacy, to her love for her Greek heritage, to her love of learning, her love for her community of Weirton, and her love of life will not be forgotten. Rest in Peace, friend.
So sad to hear of Pam’s passing. May her memory be eternal. She taught me Greek at WVNCC, such great memories. She taught us dance, cooking and language. What a beautiful person. Deepest Sympathy to her brother.
Stephanie Valentine
So sorry to learn of Pam’s passing…we were long time neighbors on West St. The Greek family and Weirton has lost a dedicated advocate and the sweetest natured
person. My thoughts go out to Tony as well. RIP sweet Pam.
My heartfelt condolences at the demise of Pamela Makricosta !
It was a privilege to have known her for many decades ! What a remarkable lady ! It is a tremendous loss to the tristate community !
I was so sorry to hear of Pam’s passing. My sincere condolences to Tony. May her memory be eternal ✝️
I will miss Pam coming to vote on every election day. She always had a smile & great knowledge of things. My condolences to the family🙏🏽
so
sorry to hear about Pam our prayers are with you
I’m so glad I got to meet Pam last year at the museum and at the church for the 100-year anniversary of the burning of Smyrna. She was so generous with her time and related a lot of stories and memories of my family from old Weirton. So sad that she is gone. Such a loss for all of us.
You will be missed. I always enjoyed seeing u at the library. God rest ur soul.
Her loss is a huge loss for everyone in the city of Weirton … may she rest in eternal peace. We will miss you, Pam.
Pam helped keep the light on the history of Weirton. I hope someone recorded some of the history she knew. I appreciated all the help she gave me. She will be missed by many. May you rest in peace my friend.
Vanessa Butler
So sorry to hear of Pam’s passing. She was a great asset to the City of Weirton. She will be missed for all she did. RIP