Sophia L. Palavis
November 21, 1919 ~ January 12, 2015
Sophia L. Palavis, 95, formerly of Weirton died Monday January 12, 2015, at the Cornerstone Hospital in Houston, TX;
Born on November 21, 1919, in Burgettstown, PA, Sophia was a daughter of the late Harry and Rose Manos Barbush. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Gust Palavis; her son, Nick Palavis; her daughter, Rosemary Palavis Kellison; her grandson, Kirk Palavis; her great granddaughter, Sofia Palavis; and her three sisters, Mary Brown, Despina Nevergall and Margaret Phillips.
A loving mother and grandmother, Sophia enjoyed reading the Bible, crocheting, cooking, and most of all spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.
She is survived by her daughter, Toni Kaye Palavis of Newport Richie, FL; her grandchildren, Nicole (David) Drobish Anthony (Kristen) Palavis, Tonia (Wade) Whilden, Trisha (Josh) Marino, Amy (Rick) Callan; her great grandchildren, Mason and Kendall Drobish, Kiara, Melia and Nikos Palavis, Wyatt, MacKenzie and Stella Jane Whilden, Noah Kirk, Sophia and Lillian Marino, Megan, William and Jenna Callen.
Visitation will be 3-7 PM Thursday at the Greco Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street Weirton, WV, where funeral services will be conducted 1 PM on Friday.
Interment will follow at Chestnut Ridge Cemetery, Florence, PA
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I love you soooo much, Mom. I know you are in the glorious presence of our Great God. I know you are perfect now and happier than ever singing praise to our Lord! I have always kept the “Jar of Memories” in my heart as you taught me. There lives the beauty of adding my precious Mother. Always know, Mom, that you were and always will be the most wonderful mother. You will always be my special gift from God.
Toni & family I\’m so sorry for your loss. She was always such lovely lady & I always enjoyed talking with her when I would stop to get the grapefruit the I ordered from her. Prayers for you & your family
Toni, you know how much I loved Momma, that beautiful smile and oh my those great bear hugs. No one could hug like Sophia. Sophia you hold a special place in my heart, as Toni I will take out my memories and feel the love you always gave to everyone. You will be missed Momma but you are with our Great GOD and I know praising Him constantly. My prayers are with the whole family as you deal with your loss, I pray for the peace that can only come from GOD to be with you. Toni, I love you my sister and anything you need I am here for you…..
Mrs. Palavis was a beautiful lady in every sense of the word. She showed so much kindness to so many of when we were teens, welcoming us into her home and often driving us everywhere. I remember one day trip we made. She took a carload of us to Camp Horseshoe in rural WV several hours away! She was encouraging, fun, friendly, and always had a smile. May she rest in peace. My sympathy is extended to the Palavis family.
Thank you,Marie…you kind words arre so appreciates. Blessings, Toni
Bless you, my sister and dear friend. Mom loved you so…that’s the reason for the “Sophie” hugs! 🙂 Toni
Thanks, Rhonda…you are so sweet! Toni
It is with Heartfelt sorrow that I have learned of yet another Loss in the Palavis family!! Warm wishes and Thoughts to the entire Family especially Toni !! Deep Regards, Bill
Christmas in sunny FL 2011