Dolores A. Kontra, age 90, of Roswell, GA, formerly of Huntington Beach, CA and Munhall, PA, passed away peacefully at home on April 27, 2021. She was born August 12, 1930, the daughter of the late John and Anna (Koren) Salapa of Munhall, PA. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 49 years, William Kontra, brothers George (Marie) Salapa, John (Barbara) Salapa, Albert (Joan) Salapa and Thomas (Katherine survives) Salapa.
She is survived by her children Donna (William) Lancaster, Dean (Rebecca) Kontra , both of Round Mountain, CA and Darlene (Thomas) Murray of Roswell, GA; her cherished grandchildren Geoffrey (Ryan Hoskins) Lancaster, Jennifer Lancaster, Corey Kontra, Chad (Patricia) Kontra, Amanda (William) Dennis, Trevor Graegin , Melissa (Michael) Longjohn and Patrick Murray; and her fourteen loving great grandchildren.
Affectionately known as “Gangee” by her grandchildren and great grandchildren, Dolores was devoted to and most comfortable surrounded by her family. In addition to her role as a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, she enjoyed a twenty year career with Kmart and retired in 1989.
Visitation will be private. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Inurnment will follow at The Good Shepherd Cemetery in Huntington Beach beside her beloved husband.
Arrangements entrusted to Roswell Funeral Home 950 Mansell Rd. Roswell, GA 30076.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Disabled American Veterans, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250.
The family wishes to sincerely thank Heartland Hospice of Decatur, GA for the wonderful care and support given during the past year.
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