Katherine Batsis

About the author

A symphony of words. An orchestra of creativity. A virtuoso of storytelling.

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About the book

A literary opus brimming with heart, humor, and treasured tradition.

A tapestry woven together into soul-stirring melodies, anecdotes, recipes, and letters.

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About the Author

Katherine J Batsis

Katherine J Batsis, "Kathi", was born in Concord, MA, and graduated from Lesley College (now University) and Simmons College (MA), has been an Educational Media Specialist for 25 years in Toms River New Jersey. Active in her profession (in local, county, and statewide school and library associations) in 2 part-time businesses, in music (square, round, and folk dancing, and performing in a musical ensemble, Go for Baroque) was inspired by her husband's activities in Kiwanis International to serve her community as a literacy volunteer, blood donor, and member of Soroptimist International. Dr. Andrew Batsis, Husband! Dentist! Kiwanian! Santa Claus? Is her first book.

About the Book

Dr. Andrew Batsis, Husband! Dentist! Kiwanian! Santa Claus?

The book is about Dr. Andrew Batsis, a loving husband, a gentle dentist, a gentle caring Kiwanian, who resembled Santa Claus and his family, friends, patients, and acquaintances. He made a positive difference in the lives he touched and was considered a mentor for the Kiwanis youth. The book has three parts: I The Memorial Tribute, II Personal Reflections Plus, and III Kiwanis. This memoir is filled with anecdotes, recipes, letters depicting Greek and American cultures. His life culminated in the highest award given to him by Key Club International, the Key of Honor. He continued to serve Kiwanis programs of caring, especially the Young Children, Priority One, until his passing, April 20, 2005.

What they say

Dr. Andrew Batsis, Husband! Dentist! Kiwanian! Santa Claus? by J Batsis and Katherine is a heartwarming and whimsical memoir that offers a delightful glimpse into the extraordinary life of Dr. Andrew Batsis. Through engaging storytelling and a touch of magic, the authors share the captivating experiences of a dentist who also dons the red suit of Santa Claus during the holiday season. With humor, warmth, and a true sense of community spirit, this book reminds readers of the joy and wonder that can be found in unexpected places. Dr. Andrew Batsis, Husband! Dentist! Kiwanian! Santa Claus? is a delightful and uplifting read that will bring a smile to readers' faces and remind them of the power of kindness and the spirit of giving.

Michele Klawitter

Great book

This book, written by his wife, is a memoir of Doctor Batsis, full of emotions and love. The author describes the life of her husband, and she divides it into three parts; the first one is a tribute to the memory of the doctor, the second one are reflections she made about his life, and the third one is the activity he had as a mentor in the Young Children of Kiwanis, where he obtained the highest award that could be given by the Key Club International. As you read the book you get to know Doctor Batsis little by little until you have a great image of the man that was a caring and loving person in either of his activities and during his whole life. If we were all like him, the world would be another story.

Quirru

An exceptional life

Dr. Andrew Batsis, Husband! Dentist! Kiwanian! Santa Claus? by Katherine J. Batsis is a heartfelt memoir that pays tribute to the remarkable life of Dr. Andrew Batsis. Known for his roles as a loving husband, gentle dentist, caring Kiwanian, and a man who resembled Santa Claus, Dr. Batsis touched the lives of his family, friends, patients, and acquaintances in profound ways.