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Athena KENDRIS

Originally from Chatham, NY, Athena Kendris was the oldest daughter of Greek immigrants. She received a master's degree in library science from New York State College for Teachers in Albany. After her marriage to Thomas Kendris, she relocated to Staten Island in 1951. She began at NYPL in the early 1960s. She was a young adult librarian on Staten Island, primarily at the Port Richmond branch. Athena remained dedicated to working with teens and schools throughout her career. She retired from NYPL on August 2, 1993.

Athena was a familiar figure along Forest Avenue, as she walked everywhere she went. She enjoyed gardening, bird watching, and puzzles. Athena is survived by her son, Thomas, his wife, Donna, three grandchildren, one great- grandchild, and several nieces and nephews.

See New York Public Library Retirees Newsletter, Issue 39, page 14.
See New York Public Library Retirees Newsletter, Issue 26, page 20.

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