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Catherine Marinis

Catherine Marinis, age 77, of Wilmington, DE, formerly West Chester, PA, passed away on May 14, 2017 at her home surrounded by her family. Born in Queens, NY, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Sophie Ninos. Catherine was a graduate of West Chester High School Class of 1958. She retired from Christiana Care Health Systems, where she worked for 25 years.

Catherine was a member of the Daughters of Penelope, known fondly as (Sarge) as a youth advisor to GOYA Maids of Athena, member and volunteer at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church.

Survived by children Athena Rochonchou of Wilmington, DE, Sophia (Leon) Fotakos of Wilmington, DE, Evangline (Leo) Ohlemacher of Apollo Beach, FL, Sotiere Marinis of Wilmington, DE, grandchildren Stephanie (Brandon) Nagle, James Rochonchou, Arhontoula (Lexi), Ekaterini (Gigi), Jackie, Catherine, and Nicholas Marinis, Paul (Jessica) Ohlemacher, and 5 great grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to the Alzheimer’s Association, 399 Market St., Suite 102, Philadelphia, PA 19106.

Funeral Services

A viewing will be held Tuesday May 23, 2017 at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 808 N. Broom St., Wilmington, DE 19806, from 10:00-11:00 AM, followed by her funeral service at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow at Silverbrook Cemetery, Wilmington, DE.

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    LaRhonda lit a candle and writes,
    I often think of you with a smile"Ladybug"😇 It was a great honor to share in your care, until the end🎖. I will ALWAYS miss you! Our bond was incredible, it was never a boring moment with you, All of your memories will forever be in my ❤️ As you continue to rest in the arms of GOD, Which is the BEST care of all🌷
    07/24/2025 09:41 pm

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