Dorothy Missailidis
Dorothy “Dottie” Missailidis of New Fairfield passed away, January 30, 2023, surrounded by her loving family at her home at the age of 95 after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. Even after being faced with such a dire prognosis, she remained more concerned for her family and friends than herself, which is how she lived her life.
Born on September 12, 1927 in Union City, New Jersey to Harry and Anna Makris, and growing up grew up in the Washington Heights neighborhood of Manhattan, she met the love of her life, George Missailidis, in grade school. They married in 1949, moved to New Fairfield in 1968, and spent 49 adoring years together until George’s death.
Dottie received her degree in Draping Design at the age of 18 and was an accomplished seamstress. One of her great pleasures was to create gifts for friends and relatives utilizing that skill.
She became a Paraprofessional in the Danbury Public System and loved the challenge of working with learning disabled young children.
She was also a member of the Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, and participated in various activities there.
Among her many talents was a broad knowledge of plants and flowers. Visitors to her home were always awestruck by her beautiful gardens. Dottie also maintained an impeccably clean and immaculate home. One where you actually could eat off the floor, though she would certainly frown on such an activity. Still, her greatest love was her family and friends, and she cherished any and all time spent with them. Her upbeat demeanor and great sense of humor brought joy to all those who knew her.
Dottie was predeceased by her husband George, and her sister Mary.
She is survived by her three sons; Jon of Pahrump, NV, Michael of New Fairfield, CT, and George (and wife Robin) of Encinitas, CA. She is also survived by her grandchildren Jodi, Jill and Julie ( Jon), George and Jasen (George and Robin); great-grandchildren Andrea, Kevin, Justin, Rylie, Tristen and Shannon ( Jon); her great-great-grandchildren Christa and Mia ( Jon); and her faithful canine companion Oliver. She will be missed by all.
The Rite of Burial will take place on Wednesday, February 1, 2023, at 11 a.m. in the Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, 30 Clapboard Ridge Rd., Danbury. Interment will follow in Mountain View Cemetery, New Fairfield. The family will receive friends at the Assumption Greek Orthodox Church on Wednesday from 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Contributions in Mrs. Missailidis’ memory may be made to the Assumption Greek Orthodox Church