Katherine Gerostergios, of Norwood, Massachusetts, fell asleep in the Lord on Friday, January 16, 2026, at Holy Trinity Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Worcester, following a courageous three-month battle with a serious infection.
The dedicated leadership and staff at Holy Trinity provided her with compassionate care and a period of renewed strength after her two-month hospital stay. In a special blessing, just two days before her repose, Katherine received Holy Communion following the Divine Liturgy celebrated at the facility that morning.
Born in Allston, Massachusetts, Katherine was the beloved daughter of the late Theodore and Panagiota Kontogiorgis. She will be reunited with her parents at Forest Hills Cemetery.
Raised in the rich traditions of the Greek Orthodox Church, Katherine sang for a time with the choir at the Annunciation Cathedral in Boston. She dedicated many years to service at Massachusetts General Hospital and later enjoyed working in various retail settings, where she delighted in engaging with customers.
Katherine was formerly married to the late Rev. Fr. Asterios Gerostergios. Together they had a son, Nicholas, with whom Kathy lived and shared a deep bond, countless joys, and life's many adventures. She was a loving, guiding, and steadfast mother to "Niko," always his source of strength. Katherine found great pleasure in cooking and baking, continually expanding her cherished cookbook collection.
She is lovingly remembered by her son, Nicholas; her brother, Rev. Fr. Michael Kontogiorgis and his wife, Vicki, of Clifton, Virginia; and her cherished nieces with their families.
Visitation will be held at George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home, 477 Washington Street (Route 16), Wellesley, on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.
The Funeral Service will take place at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, 57 Brown Street, Weston, on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., preceded by visitation from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Forest Hills Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Katherine’s name to Holy Trinity Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, 300 Barber Avenue, Worcester, MA 01606.
May her memory be eternal.