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Gregory Mitchell Kattouf

12/30/1957 - 12/4/2021

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Obituary For Gregory Mitchell Kattouf

Gregory Mitchell Kattouf December 30, 1957-December 4, 2021 Gregory Mitchell Kattouf, 63, of Altoona died on December 4, 2021surrounded by his family and loving caregivers. He was born in Altoona the son of the late Habeeb (Hab) and Vicki Kattouf. Greg attended the Altoona Area School District and upon completion worked at Skills Inc. in the sheltered workshop division. He was an active member of Saint George Orthodox Church in Altoona. In his youth, he served as an alter boy and in adulthood was confirmed as a subdeacon. Greg was an active member of the local ARC where he was involved in their choral group the ARC Angels. He also served as a volunteer for the James E. Van Zandt Veteran’s Medical Center. Greg moved to Pittsburgh in 2011. During the years he lived in Pittsburgh, he remained faithful serving as a subdeacon at St. Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Cathedral. He also volunteered at Hampton Township School District assisting elementary teachers in preparing materials for their classes. He was a member of the PACC (Pennsylvania Connecting Communities) and Easter Seal Program participating in a wide variety of recreational and social activities. In 2016, Greg returned to Altoona and participated in the Crossroads Day program. For the last eighteen months, he lived in the Crossroads residential facility. The family extends a special thanks to Crossroads staff for the love and support provided to Greg. Greg enjoyed bowling, dancing, singing, playing Santa Claus, watching golden era TV programs and reading the Bible. Greg will be missed by his sister Sylvia J. Hanna of Pittsburgh, Theodore H. (Jeannie) Kattouf, of Frederick. MD, George Thomas (Melanie) Kattouf of Altoona, nieces and nephews: Jennifer (Jack) Morningstar, Sophia (Bob) Mooney, Melissa (Jon) Lanham, Nicole Kattouf, Amanda Kattouf and Vanessa (Alex) Chatterley, Jonathan (Pam) Kattouf, Paul Kattouf, Damian (Nicole) Hanna, Michael Kattouf, and Anthony (Angie) Kattouf. He also had several great nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brother-in-law Nicholas J. Hanna, grandparents Samuel and Najiy Bahou and Rev. Protocyncellus George Kattouf and Zakeya Kattouf. Greg’s greatest gift was the ability to bring love, joy, and laughter to those who had the opportunity to meet him. Friends will be received from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at The Stevens Mortuary, Inc., 1421 Eighth Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602 where a Trisagion service will be held. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 8, 2021 at Saint George Orthodox Church, Altoona, Father Isaac Danevicius officiating. Interment will be at Alto-Reste Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Saint George Orthodox Church, 519-58th Street, Altoona, PA 16602 or Crossroads Incorporated, 3601-5th Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602. Condolences may be made at www.stevensfamilyfuneralhomes.com or Stevens Family Funeral Homes Facebook.

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  • 12/07/2021

    Barbara Stalter

    I had the pleasure of volunteering along side of Sub Deacon Kattouf during the Ecumenical Conference's Religious Education program at Juniata United Methodist Church for Juniata Elementary students. He was a dear man who had a tremendous love of the Lord and joy in faith, and he loved to sing. May God's peace be with you all.

  • 12/07/2021

    Kim Basal

    Gregg held a special place in my heart. He worked for the IM4Q for many years. I spent many days having supper with Vicki and Gregg. Some of the greatest memories ever. He will be forever in my heart. Prayers for his family.

  • 12/06/2021

    Tim Seidel

    Sincere sympathy to Sylvia and all of the Kattouf family and extendrd family remembering Gregory and his time with all of you. Celebrate his life and accomplishments in his time with you in this life. Tim and Sonya Seidel

  • 12/06/2021

    Amideast

    From all of us at Amideast, we extend our deepest condolences to the Kattouf family on the loss of your brother, Gregory. May happy memories forever be a blessing to all who knew him.

  • 12/06/2021

    Sarah N.

    Greg was such an inspiration and full of love. He was a light in the darkness. It was a privilege being a part of his care. Thoughts and prayers for Greg and his wonderful family. God Bless.

  • 12/06/2021

    Sherry Clapper

    My deepest sympathy, Ted, to you and your entire family at the passing of your brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sherry Clapper AHS 64

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