Katina Katritsis Atsalis, age 96, of Hyannis, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2025, in her home surrounded by her loving family.

Katina was born in Marathos, Greece to Evangelia and Kyriazis Katritsis on August 14, 1929. She was a strong and resilient woman, having grown up in Greece, through the tumultuous times of World War II and the Greek Civil War, before immigrating to the United States.

In 1955, she crossed the Atlantic and arrived at Ellis Island at the age of 25. She traveled to Madison, Wisconsin where she lived with her Great Uncle Fost and Great Aunt Dionysia and the Choles family (her second family). After marrying Russell Atsalis in 1961, she settled in Hyannis Massachusetts, by the sea, which reminded her of growing up in Greece. Katina was a loving wife, and with her husband Russell, they raised three children in Hyannis. Following her husband's death, she persevered as a devoted single mother.

Katina, saw the world through the eyes of a florist, masterful cook and pasty chef. She was proud of her Greek heritage, and was a devoted Orthodox Christian. She was a loving mother, Yiayia, great-Yiayia, daughter-in-law, sister-in-law, Nouna and dear friend to many. Her children and grandchildren honored and cherished every minute with her - she lived her last years so loved and cared for.

Carrying her memory forward are her three children, Kosta, Eva, Cary and his wife Tara, and her six grandchildren: Lexi, Vangeli, Jasmyn, Raven, Ana, and Josi, as well as two great-grandchildren, Rhoda and Eleni. Also, three godchildren, Rosetto, Loran, and Ian.

She was the last of her siblings. Previously passed were Kosta, Aleco, Yioryio and their wives.

Katina loved being social, walking, gardening, cooking, playing cards, listening to music, being by the sea, doing handicrafts. She was devoted to the Greek Orthodox Church, in particular, the Ladies Philoptochos Society where she chaired the Sunshine Committee and ran the Greek Pastry sales for many, many years. Her melomacarona were coveted by many. She loved people and made everyone feel welcome in her home and at her table.

The visitation and funeral service will be held Saturday, September 6, 2025, at St. George Greek Orthodox Church, 1130 Falmouth Road, Centerville. Visitation will begin at 10 AM and the funeral will follow at 11 AM. The burial will follow at Mosswood Cemetery, 280 Putnam Ave, Cotuit. Memorial donations may be made to St. George Greek Orthodox Church. Katina will be greatly missed by her family and friends. We all loved her deeply and will hold her memory in our hearts.

As new residents to Cumner St we were warmly welcomed by Katina. Walks with tales of days gone by are forever etched in our memories. We will always and forever be grateful for the kindness and loving nature of Katina. Traits that continue to live on in her loving family. In remembrance of Katina - we are adding melomacarona to our Christmas cookie list (with a shot of ouzo of course!) Rest in peace dear Katina

Rest in peace my Godmother! Always thinking of you!

As the wife of her nephew in Greece, Aleco's son, Michael, I encountered "Thia Katina" briefly on the occasion of her visits to Greece. Her loving and giving nature, much like her brother's, left the mark of a deep felt admiration and respect in me. She was a matriarch, who kep her family together, in bonds of mutual love and solidarity and inspired in them a creative freedom and a closeness and unity I had never encountered. This alone is a great achievement. She reaped the fruit of her accepting and giving nature by not dying in an care home but surrounded by those she cherised and who cherised her. Bravo Thia Katina! You finished the good work leaving a rich legacy behind you to your offsprings. May you rest in Peace in the love of God. Καλό ταξίδι!

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As a friend of Kosta, I only knew Katina during her last years when she didn't speak much, but I could feel her presence was strong. I witnessed the caring and love her children and grandchildren had for her, and that says a lot about a person when they are so cherished by their family. May she rest in peace, and may the family's hearts be soothed.

My dear Godmother.Rest in peace. I will miss you!

I knew Katina and Kosta through my sister, the mother of Lexi, Vangeli, Jasmyn and Raven. One of my fondest memories is when my husband and I came to visit in Hyannis during the Greek Festival. On Sunday morning I accompanied Katina to the church where she met with friends. It was enjoyable to experience their conversation and friendship. One felt that the church was 'home' and these women were her family. Katina of course had her own home and family and there was always lots of laughter and conversation over delicious meals. Thank you, Katina, for the wonderful times we spent at your home. Katina was a pillar of strength. Her smile will be forever missed and remembered especially when we look into the faces of her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Heartfelt condolences to all the family members and her many friends.

Her greatest legacy is the children and theirs that she created and left behind.

As a fortunate friend of Eva’s, I always found Katina’s home on Cumner St to be a wonderland of fascinating aromas, tastes, warmth and welcome. Since 1969 I have always known I was welcome there. Katina’s warm smile, wry sense of humor, and sweet demeanor have a cherished place in my heart and in the hearts of all McGarry clan. Rest in peace dear one.

Yasou Katina! What a wonderful tribute to your full and rich life. Thanks for always welcoming me and feeding me. I join your big, beautiful, loving family in missing you and celebrating you this week.