... His Grace Bishop TIMOTHY (Bakakos) of Hexamilion, who fell asleep in the Lord on November 20, 2025, at the age of 73.

A native of Chicago and a lifelong servant of the Church, Bishop Timothy served as an Auxiliary Bishop of the Metropolis of Chicago, devoting over forty years to priestly ministry until his his elevation to the episcopacy in 2020. His gentle pastoral demeanor and steadfast dedication to Christ’s flock earned him the love and respect of clergy and laity alike.

Bishop Timothy (baptized Gerasimos) was born in Chicago, Illinois in October 1952 to the late Demosthenes and Antonia Bakakos. He was raised in the historic Assumption (Panagia) Greek Orthodox Church, where he was deeply involvement in church from a young age: he attended Sunday School and Greek School, served as an altar boy, and participated in the parish’s youth activities. He received his early education in the Chicago public school system, attending Lane Technical High School and graduating from Maine Township High School South in Park Ridge, Illinois.In 1970, with the guidance and encouragement of his parish priests—Rev. Theodore Thalassinos, Rev. Demetrios Treantafeles, and the late Bishop Kallistos of Zelon—he answered the call to the priesthood and enrolled at Hellenic College Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology in Brookline, Massachusetts to prepare for a lifetime devoted to ministry. He received his Bachelor of Science in 1975 from Hellenic College and his Master of Divinity in 1978 from Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology. During these formative years, His Grace spent a year studying at Pierce College in Athens, Greece.

. . . . Presvytera Sultana Vergis, age 99, on May 14, 2025 in Keller, TX, where she resided with her daughter. May her memory be eternal! To view her full obituary, please visit Presv. Sultana Vergis obituary.

 

 

. . . Fr. George Kaloudis, on November 13, 2024 in Chios, Greece. Our condolences to Presvytera Stamatia Kaloudis and their family. May his memory be eternal! The funeral service will be held in Chios, Greece, on Monday, November 18, 2024. A 40-day memorial will be held on December 22, 2024, at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Schiller Park, Illinois.

. . . Chris Harry Tomasides on November 1, 2024.  He is the father of Presvytera Valerie and father-in-law of Fr. Dean Kouldukis of Assumption Church in Seattle, WA. May he rest among the Saints and may his memory be eternal! (To view full obituary, visit Chris Harry Tomasides.)

. . . Polyhronis (Paul) Avramopoulos, age 94, on October 26, 2024.  He is the father of Fr. Chris Avramopoulos and father-in-law of Presv. Nicole Avramopoulos.  May he rest among the Saints and may our Lord grant peace and comfort to his family and friends. (To view full obituary, visit Polychronis (Paul) Avramopoulos.)

. . . Virginia Schutte, on October 7, 2024, age 84. She is the mother of Fr. Dennis and mother-in-law of Presv. Sophia Schutte in Colorado Springs, CO. May her memory be eternal and may she rest among the saints.

. . . Michael Kallis, on October 1, 2024. He is the father of Fr. Kosmas Kallis and father-in-law of Presvytera Anna Kallis. May his memory be eternal and may he rest among the saints.

. . . Fr. Soterios Alexopoulos, age 95, on September 30, 2024. May his memory be eternal and may he rest among the Saints.

. . . Samuel M. Petrides who fell asleep in the Lord on September 11, 2024 at age 47. He is the son of Fr. Michael and Presvytera Eleni Petrides. May his memory be eternal and may he rest among the Saints!

. . . Presv. Diane Natsis who fell asleep in the Lord on August 29, 2024 in Watertown, CT. She was predeceased by her husband Fr. Stephen Natsis. May she rest among the Saints and may her memory be eternal!

. . . Athena Benekos Dalber, age 98, who fell asleep in the Lord on August 25, 2024. She is the mother of retired priest Fr. Steve Dalber and Presv. Maria(St. Nektarios in Charlotte, NC), son-in-law Fr. Peter Chamberis and grandmother of Presv. Anastasia Leondis and Fr. Mark Leondis(St. Mark in Boca Raton, FL). May she rest in peace and may her memory be eternal!

. . . Dr. Vaios Nicholas Athanasiou who fell asleep in the Lord, at age 91, on August 25, 2024. He is the father of Presvytera Stella Flegas and father-in-law of Fr. Vasileios Flegas of Austin, Texas. Eternal be his memory! May he rest among the Saints and may his memory be eternal!

. . . Dr. Constantine Stroumbakis who fell asleep in the Lord, at age 92, on August 9,2024. He is the father of Diakonissa Roula Elliker and father-in-law of Deacon James Elliker of Fleetwood, PA. May he rest among the Saints and may his memory be eternal!

. . . William (Vasilios) Pangos, father of Presvytera Cynthia Milanese (Fr. Frank) who fell asleep in the Lord on July 30, 2024, just one month shy of his 97th birthday. William passed quietly in his sleep at the assisted living memory care facility he had been in for the past few months. May his memory be eternal! May he rest among the Saints and may his memory be eternal!

. . . Litsa Alikakos who fell asleep in the Lord on July 26, 2024 at age 76.  She is the mother of Fr. Tilemahos Alikakos and mother-in-law of Presv. Georgia Alikakos of St. Haralambos Greek Orthodox Church in Niles, IL.  May her memory be eternal and May God grant peace and comfort to her family.  

. . . Theodora (Dora) Koutsothanasis who fell asleep in the Lord on Monday, July 22, 2024 after a brave fight with cancer. She is the daughter of Father Panagiotis and Presvytera Tina Papanikolaou. May she rest among the Saints and may her memory be eternal!

. . . Dionysios Zougras who fell asleep in the Lord on July 21, 2024. He is the father of Fr. Peter Zougras and father-in-law of Presv. Alexa Zougras of St. Demetrios Church in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. May he rest among the Saints and may his memory be eternal!

. . . Themistocles James Jouthas who fell asleep in the Lord on July 19, 2024 at age 71.  He is the father of Fr. Mathew and father-in-law of Presv. Anna Jouthas in Northridge,CA.  May God grant his soul rest where there is no pain, sorrow or grieving, but life everlasting. May his memory be eternal!

. . . Constantine Chioros, father of Rev. Fr. George Chioros and father-in-law of Presv. Flora Chioros of St. Constantine and Helen Church in Newport News, Virginia who fell asleep in the Lord. May his memory be eternal! Constantine "Gus" Chioros of Palos Hills; 91, Died peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family; Born in Parthenion, Arcadia, Greece; Loving husband of 61 years to Theodora "Lula" (nee Kyros); Loving son of the late George and Stamatiki (nee Cosmas) Chioros; Devoted father of Fr. George (Flora) Chioros, William (JoAnne) Chioros, and Tina (Laurence) Woods; Cherished grandfather of Dean, Deanna (Fiance Sean Riordan), Taylor (Payton) Gehm, and Anthony; Dearest brother of the late James Chioros, and the late William (Katherine) Cosmas; Dear brother-in-law of Georgia (the late Dimitri) Hatzioannou, the late Maria (the late Markos) Moulopoulos, and the late Adam (Bessie) Kyros. Fond uncle, cousin and friend to many here, Canada, and Greece. He was the owner and operator of the Colonial Restaurant once located at 55th and Kedzie, Chicago. He was a Master Mason 32nd Degree Hellenic Lodge No. 1084, Shriners, and Order of AHEPA. (posted on July 10, 2024) 

. . . Rev. Dr. Robert G. Stephanopoulos, PHD, who passed away at the age of 89 on June 19, 2024 after a lifetime of service to the Greek Orthodox Church. Just last year, his beloved wife, Presvytera Nikki fell asleep in the Lord. Father and Presvytera were known and admired across the country, making an impact in every community they served. 
     Father Bob, as he was affectionately called, was a respected, dedicated, loyal and well-loved clergyman, who loved each community he served. Clevelanders know him from his service as Dean of Saints Constantine and Helen Cathedral in Cleveland Heights from 1974-1982, and he returned to this loving community after retiring from twenty-five years of service as Dean of the Archdiocesan Cathedral of the Holy Trinity in New York City. Father Robert was born in Neohorion, Elias Greece in November 1934 and followed his father George into the priesthood. He met Pres. Nikki at a GOYA conference in 1954, when he was a seminarian at the Holy Cross School of Theology. They were married in June 1958 and began their ministry at Saint Demetrios Church in Fall River MA, after a year of study in Athens. Their four children --Anastasia (Mother Agapia), George, Marguarite and Andrew were all born in Fall River, and in 1966 the young family moved to the Church of Our Savior in Rye, New York. In addition to his pastoral work, Father Robert had a distinguished career as a theologian and ecumenist. After receiving his PHD from Boston University, he published a study analyzing the ecumenical relations of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese and served as the chief ecumenical officer for the archdiocese from 1970- 75. He also held several senior positions at the National Council of Churches.
     Over more than half a century in the ministry, Father Robert touched countless lives. He counseled young couples contemplating marriage, celebrated their weddings and baptisms, cried with them at the funerals of loved ones. His legacy lives through them, his surviving children Mother Agapia, George, Marguarite and Andrew - his daughter in law, Alexandra Wentworth, and his grandchildren Elliott and Harper Stephanopoulos. May his memory be eternal.

. . . Fr. Emmanuel Lillios, PhD on June 18, 2024 at home at age 72. Born August 11, 1951, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He was the son of the late Hon. Nicholas Emmanuel and Evangeline Cavros Lillios. Fr. Emmanuel was a Priest Emeritus of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, Ambridge, retiring in 2018, after faithfully serving 13 years. He was also a private counselor. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Iowa, Masters of Divinity from Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology and completed his Doctoral studies at the University of Iowa. He also studied a year in Thessaloniki Greece. He served various parishes throughout the United States and did mission work in East Africa and India. He also served in the U.S. Marine Corps. Surviving is his wife, Theresa Ann Duggan Lillios, one son and daughter-in-law, Nicholas Emmanuel and Crystal Lillios, Ohio, two daughters and sons-in-law, Elizabeth and Dr. Christopher Ban, Sewickley, Amalia Lillios-Bishop and Pierce Bishop, Ambridge, five grandchildren, Aiden, Emmanuel “Manny”, Anastasia, Ulysses and Michael, one brother and sister-in-law, Hon. Paul and Mary Lillios, Illinois, three sisters and brothers-in-law, Dr. Anna and Dr. George Everett, Florida, Nicolette and Dr. Steve Diamantis, Nebraska, Mariellen Crosson, Iowa, and many nieces, nephews and their children. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Bradley Crosson. May his memory be eternal and may he rest among the Saints!

. . . John Moralis, brother of His Eminence Constantine of Denver, fell asleep in the Lord on June 17, 2024. Services for John will be presided by his brother, His Eminence Metropolitan Constantine of Denver, assisted by Father Matthew Carter, presiding priest, at John's parish of the Greek Orthodox Church of the Annunciation on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. John will lie-in-repose in the church with a private viewing for Johnny's immediate family beginning at 8:30am and a public viewing from 9:00am-10:00am, the funeral hour. Burial will be held at Mobile Memorial Gardens. Makaria, memorial luncheon to be held at the Hellenic Center, adjacent to the church. The fortieth-day memorial will be on Sunday, July 21 at the Annunciation in Mobile. May he rest among the Saints and may his memory be eternal! The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to his church by following this link https://abundant.co/annunciationgreekort/give to (Altar Fund) or you may mail your donation directly to the church (50 S. Ann Street, Mobile, AL 36604). May he rest among the Saints and may his memory be eternal!

. . . Mr. Delbert Wiegand, on April 11, 2024. He is the father of Presvytera Marsha Christopoulos and father-in-law of Fr. Louis Christopoulos. May his memory be eternal!

. . . Fr. Michael Gulgas on April 7, 2024, at the age of 68. Our sincere condolences to his Presvytera Tina and her family. May his memory be eternal!

. . . Presvytera Sylvia Nicozisin, on April 4, 2024 at age 92. Beloved wife of the late Rev. George Nicozisin; loving mother of Georgeanne, Demmie, and David; and proud and loving grandmother of Zoe. She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Helen (Morfis) Labros, her brother Arthur Labros, and sisters-in-law Bessie Labros and Anne (Nicozisin) Souris. In addition to her children and granddaughter, she is survived by her sister-in-law Chrys Labros, brother-in-law George Souris, and her nieces and nephews.
May her memory be eternal! May she rest among the Saints and may our Lord grant comfort and peace to her family.

. . Penelope Unaris, on April 3, 2024,at age 94. She is the mother of Presvytera Anastasia Katsoulis and mother-in-law of Fr. John Katsoulis. May her memory be eternal!
May she rest among the Saints and may our Lord grant comfort and peace to her family.

. . . Fr. Nicholas Nikokavouras, on March 1, 2024, at 86 years old. Fr. Nicholas is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 61 years, Presvytera Kalliopi Nikokavouras. May his memory be eternal! May he rest among the Saints and may our Lord and Savior grant his family peace and comfort.

. . .  Presv. Effie (Eutechia) Nikolopoulos, on February 26, 2024, at age 91.  Presbytera Effie (Eutechia) Nikolopoulos, a longtime resident of Dracut, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2024. She was the wife of the late Rev. Fr. Nikolaos Nikolopoulos who passed away in 1994. Please see https://memorials.dracutfuneralhome.com/effie-nikolopoulos/5362853/index.php for notice of her passing. 

. . . Gaylord "Vasilios' King fell asleep in the Lord on February 4, 2024. He was the brother-in-law of Fr. Paul Christy and Presvytera Mary Christy, their koumbaro, and beloved uncle of Daniella (Spencer 'Spyridonos'), William 'Vasilios', Gabriella (Ian 'Demetrios'), and great Uncle of Anastasia. Gaylord passed on in the Lord after a short but brave battle with cancer. He reposed following the Divine Liturgy today listening to Fr. Paul's hymns, next to his beautiful wife of over 51 years, Betsy 'Vasiliki'. He is survived by Fr. Paul's sister, Betsy, son Billy 'Vasilios', daughter Neysa, and grandson Anthony of Dallas, TX. May his memory be eternal! Please keep his family and the entire Christy family in your prayers!

. . . Christine Stamas, age 87, on January 31,2023.  She was the mother of Fr. Chris Stamas and mother-in-law of Presv. Penny Stamas. May her memory be eternal! May she rest among the Saints and may our Lord grant peace and comfort to her family. 

. . . Fr. Stephen Bithos fell asleep in the Lord on January 25, 2024. He is the husband of Presvytera Pearlann Bithos, who is our current NSP Vice President. May he rest among the Saints and may his memory be eternal! May God grant peace and comfort to his family.

. . . Fr. Peter Papps, on Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at age 70 after a lengthy illness. He is survived by his wife Presv. Kelly Papps and his children. May his memory be eternal!
May he rest among the Saints and may our Lord grant peace and comfort to his family.  

. . . Fr. Angelo Michaels, age 73, fell asleep in the Lord on January 15, 2024. We offer our sincere condolences to Presvytera Evanthia (Eva) and her family. May his memory be eternal! May he rest among the Saints and may our Lord grant peace and comfort to his family. Eternal be his memory!

. . . Anastasios Kyriakides, age 89, fell asleep in the Lord on December 27, 2023. He is the father of Presv. Sophia Georgiafentis and father-in-law of Fr. Apostolos. He is also the grandfather of Presv. Katerina Sfikas and Fr. Stamatios. May his memory be eternal!

. . . Giannoula Brogolias fell asleep in the Lord on Sunday, December 17, 2023. She is the mother of Presvytera Maria Hondros and mother-in-law to Fr. John Hondros. Giannoula is survived by her beloved husband of 63 years, Stephanos; children Presvytera Maria (Father John) Hondros, Vicky (Cesar) Sutil, and Nick Brogolias; grandchildren Christopher (Darlene) and Marissa Hondros, Katya and Elena Sutil; and great granddaughter, Kassiani Hondros. May her memory be eternal.

. . . Mary Koutsogeorgas, age 95, on December 13, 2023. She is the mother of Diakonissa Hope Callas and mother-in-law of Deacon Bill Callas. May her memory be eternal!

. . . John Harold Strzelecki on November 23, 2023, at age 97. He is the father of Fr. Joseph Strzelecki and father-in-law of Presv. Ranae Strzelecki. May his memory be eternal!
May the Lord grant eternal peace and rest to the soul of his servant John in the dwelling place of the righteous, where there is no pain, no sorrow, no sighing, but life everlasting.

. . . Rev. Fr. Peter Leventis who fell asleep in the Lord on November 2, 2023, at age 92. He is predeceased by his Presvytera Despina Leventis. May his memory be eternal! May he rest among the Saints and may our Lord grant comfort and peace to his family.

. . . Lillian Patellis who fell asleep in the Lord at age 86 on October 30, 2023. She is the mother of Presvytera Vicki Toppses and the mother-in-law of Fr. Theodore Toppses. May her memory be eternal! May she rest among the Saints and May her memory be eternal!

. . .  Presvytera Demetra "Toula" Trifon at age 73, on October 27, 2023. We extend all our prayers, love and condolences to Fr. Ted (a retired priest in the Chicago Metropolis), his children and family during this difficult time. May her memory be eternal! May she rest among the Saints and may our Lord grant peace and comfort to her family.

. . . John Lambakis, on October 21, 2023, at age 80. He is the father of Fr. Michael Lambakis and the father-in-law of Presv. Renee Lambakis. May his memory be eternal! In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Saint George Greek Orthodox Church in memory of Jack Lambakis. May he rest among the Saints and may our Lord grant comfort and peace to his family.

. . . Presvytera Panayiota (Yota) Pieratos, on October 11, 2023, at age 88. May her memory be eternal! May she rest among the Saints and may our Lord bring comfort and peace to her family.

. . . Walter Makiej Sr., at age 96, on October 5, 2023. He is the beloved father of Fr. Chris Makiej (Presv. Katerina Makiej) of Sts. Constantine and Helen in Andover, MA. May his memory be eternal!

. . . Presvytera Nikki Stephanopoulos, age 90, on September 29, 2023. Her husband, Rev. Dr. Robert G. Stephanopoulos, was by her side. May her memory be eternal! May her memory be eternal, may her soul rest among the Saints and may our Lord and Savior grant peace and comfort to her family.

. . . Mr. Stephen Paninos, the father of Presvytera Christine Salzman (Rev. Anthony Salzman) on September 18, 2023. Steve valued, above everything else, a home full of memorable family gatherings, and social events between good friends as often as possible. Steve will always be remembered for his genuine happiness and his thoughtful interest in whoever he met. May his memory be eternal.

. . . Presvytera Nikki Stephanopoulos, age 90, on September 29, 2023. Her husband, Rev. Dr. Robert G. Stephanopoulos, was by her side. May her memory be eternal!May her memory be eternal, may her soul rest among the Saints and may our Lord and Savior grant peace and comfort to her family.

. . . Chrisoula Hartofilis, mother of Presvytera Flora Moraitis and mother-in-law of Fr. Demetri Moraitis. May her memory be eternal! May she rest among the Saints and may our Lord and Savior grant peace and comfort to her family and friends.

. . . Fr. Nicholas Manikas, of Framingham, Massachusetts, on August 24, 2023, at age 91. He is preceded in death by his cherished wife of 67 years, Euphoria "Effie. May his memory be eternal! May the soul of our beloved brother-in-Christ, Nicholas the Priest, rest in peace! May the Lord grant strength, peace, and comfort to the entire Manikas family.

. . . William (Vasilios) Gousios on August 20, 2023, at the age of 82. He is the father of Fr. Stephen (Presv. Athena) Gousios. May his memory be eternal. May he rest among the Saints and may our Lord grant peace and comfort to his family and friends. May he rest among the Saints and may our Lord grant peace and comfort to his family and friends.

. . . Mrs. Karen Elizabeth Hadzellis-Otero, the mother of Father Nicholas Hadzellis of St Demetrios Orthodox Church in Fort Worth, Texas on Saturday, July 29, 2023. May her memory be eternal and may she rest among the Saints.

. . . Andreas Bessinas, beloved son of Rev. Fr. George and Presv. Chrysanthie Bessinas, and brother of Nicholas, Christopher and Sotiria, on July 28. Please keep the family in your prayers as they mourn this tragic passing. May Andreas’ memory be everlasting and rest among the righteous.

. . . Aida Gadah, mother of Fr. Gabriel Gadah of St. Mark in Florida. Aida fell asleep on Sunday July 23, 2023 at age 90. May her memory be eternal! May she rest among the Saints.

. . . Maria Vrame, at age 89, on July 20, 2023, mother of the Very Rev. Fr. Anton(Tony) Vrame, PhD. May her memory be eternal! May she rest among the saints and May our Lord grant peace and comfort to her family.

. . . Presvytera Celia Apostolakos, 91, died on July 12, 2023. Predeceased by her husband Father Paul, parents Michael and Calliope, brothers John and Steve. Survived by her adoring children, George (Muna), Calli Triculis (Constantine), Steve (Brigitte), and her beloved grandchildren John-Paul (Valerie), Lia, Alexander, Adam (Jaclyn), Isabelle, Alexandra, and Vivian. Dearest great-grandmother of Lena, Evelyn, and Abigail. May her memory be eternal and may she rest among the saints.

. . . John Spiridoulias, father of Presvytera Eleni Klostri and father-in-law of Fr. Panteleimon Klostri. He passed on July 12th at age 90. May his memory be eternal!

. . . Rev. Fr. Konstantinos Tsigas on July 12, 2023, at age 95. He is survived by his wife Spiridoula. May his blessed memory be eternal! May he rest among the Saints and May his memory be forever eternal!

. . . Presvytera Bonnie Koufopoulos who fell asleep in the Lord on July 8th, 2023 (which was her birthday). Her husband recently retired and is Fr. Andrew Koufopoulos. May her memory be eternal!

. . . Fr. Alexander Veronis, age 90, on June 26, 2023. He was a longtime pastor of the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Surviving, in addition to his beloved wife, Presbytera Pearl of 64 years, are their five children: Catherine, wife of David Garman (deceased); Nicholas, husband of Susan (Zervanos); George, husband of Christine (Reid); Rebecca (Veronis), wife of Matthew Michalopoulos; and Father Luke, husband of Presbytera Faith (Stathis).  He had fourteen grandchildren and five great grandchildren. May his memory be eternal! May his memory be eternal and may he rest among the Saints. 

. . . Fr. Nick A. Milas, age 76, of Johnston RI, on June 5, 2023 after a battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife, Dina Milas (Karivalis); his daughters Dr. Eleni Milas and her husband Claudio DaSilva, and Marika Milas, both of Cranston, RI; a brother, Mathew Milas of Lincoln, RI; and his sisters Betty Tsarouchis of Tarpon Springs, FL and Georgianne Young of Fuquay Varina, NC. May his memory be eternal! May your memory be eternal! O dear brother, worthy of blessedness and eternal life!

. . . Presvytera Mary Chokanis, 92, passed away to return to the arms of the Lord on May 28, 2023. Heaven gained an angel and earth lost a beautiful mother and grandmother. Presvytera Mary was born Mary Asimakides on November 9, 1930 in Jamaica, New York to Philip and Froso Asimakides. She had two loving older brothers named William and John who have predeceased her in death. Presvytera Mary was married to the love of her life, Rev. Constantine Chokanis on August 28, 1955. They shared 59 years of marriage together living a beautiful life filled with love, commitment and respect for the Greek Orthodox Church before he went home to the Lord on April 03, 2014.Presvytera Mary is survived by her daughter Francine and her grandson “Kostaki” Erik as well as her loving dogs, Mia and Murphy. Her daughter Francine and grandson Erik loved her so very much and will live with her in their hearts always and forever. Presvytera Mary was a pioneer in the real estate industry being one of the first female realtors in Florida in the early 1980’s. Prior to her career as a realtor, she worked as part of the Miami Herald. Presvytera Mary always believed in helping others and being there to do whatever she could to make a difference. She was a role model and inspiration to so many. May she rest among the Saints and may our Lord and Savior grant peace and comfort to her family. May her memory be eternal!

. . . Presvytera Zafera Bartz, of Akron, Ohio, who fell asleep in the Lord on May 22, 2023, at age 96. She is the mother of Fr. William Bartz (Presv. Emily) and Presvytera Nicole Keares (Fr. Costa). She is survived by her four children, Zoe McClish, Father William Bartz (Emily), Pam Plumis (Paul), and Nicole Keares (Father Costas). She is preceded in death by her husband, Father George N. Bartz, and her son-in-law, Daniel McClish. She adored and loved her grandchildren, Robert McClish (Tammy), Father Jonathan McClish (Elyse); Joanna Nicolaides (Evan), Maria Bartz, George Bartz (Katherine); Katherine Dikeakos (Vasilios), Kristina Plumis, George Plumis (Courteney); Peter Keares, Christina Keares; and her great grandchildren, Daniel McClish; Emilia, John, and Magdalena Nicolaides; Reagan Bartz; Panagiotis and Anastasia Dikeakos; and Eleni Plumis; George McClish; and many nieces and nephews. May her memory be eternal.

. . . Presvytera Despina Leventis on May 8, 2023 at age 90. She is the wife of Fr. Peter Leventis. Presvytera Despina is predeceased by her parents, her brothers Vasilis (Bill) and Dyonisios (Daniel), brother-in-law Kostas, sister-in-law Angeliki, nephew John, and niece Kathy. She is survived by her loving husband of over 65 years, Rev. Peter J. Leventis, children James and his wife Erika of La Mesa, CA, Jeanne of North Hollywood, CA, Lynn of La Mesa, CA, Nicholas and his wife Christina of Las Vegas, NV, Arthur and his wife Irene of South Boston, MA, grandchildren Corey, Kayla, Jessie Kate and Sophia, a brother Theodore (Toe) and his wife Judy, sister-in-laws Violet (Beba) and Carmen, a brother-in-law Yiannis and his wife Areathne, several nieces and nephews, and many friends. May her memory be eternal!

. . . Evlambia (Eva) Barakos, mother of Fr. Andrew Barakos (Presv. Andrea) of Scottsdale, Arizona. Eva passed on April 22, 2023 at the age of 96, surrounded by her family. She is predeceased by her husband John Barakos. She took great pride in her children Lynn Barakos, Kristine Banis (George), Fr. Andrew Barakos (Andrea), and John Barakos Jr. (Vicki). May she rest among the Saints. May her memory be eternal and may our Risen Lord grant peace and comfort to her family.

. . . Fr. Angelo Artemas who fell asleep in the Lord on Bright Thursday, April 20, 2023. Our thoughts and prayers are with our Sister in Christ Presvytera Patricia along with their children, Maria, Katie, Eleni (Brandon) and with Fr. Angelo's father, Fr. John Artemas, along with their families. May he rest among the Saints! May his memory be eternal!

. . . Father Charles J. Simones, retired priest of St. Sophia Hellenic Orthodox Church in New London, Connecticut, who fell asleep in the Lord on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at Lawrence and Memorial Hospital in New London. He is survived by his wife, Joan; his son Gregory Simones; his son Thomas Simones and his wife Genesis; his grandsons, George Simones and Dimitri Simones, and his former daughter-in-law Katina Simones. He was predeceased by his grandson, Constantine Simones. May his memory be eternal!

. . . Daniel (Danny) Lambros at home, on March 24, 2023 -- next to the love of his life and within reach of his three daughters. He was 92. Daniel Lambros was the father of Presvytera Patricia Tsagalakis (Fr. Tom), of Holy Apostles Church in Shoreline, Washington. Daniel is immediately survived by his dearest love and best friend Sophie, and daughters Demetra (Michael Duffy); Maria (Michael Kannen), and Patricia (Tom Tsagalakis), and grandchildren Nicholas (Lexi) and Maria Sophia Tsagalakis, Daniel Kannen, and Niko, Luke, and Jake Duffy. His extended family with brother George, Dorothea, their children and grandchildren meant the world to him. May he rest among the saints and may our Lord and Savior grant peace and comfort to the entire family. May his memory be eternal!

. . . Presvytera Barbara Bouton, wife of Fr. Photius Bouton. She reposed in the Lord on March 10, 2023 in El Paso, Texas. May she rest among the saints where there is no pain, sorrow or mourning. May her memory be eternal! 

. . . Rita Skelly, the mother of Presvytera Meghan Karloutsos (Fr. Nikolas) who fell asleep in the Lord on March 5, 2023 at age 69. May her memory be eternal! May she rest among the saints and may God grant her family comfort and peace. 

. . . Presvytera Elizabeth Limberakis , wife of Fr. John Limberakis of blessed memory, peacefully fell asleep in the Lord on February 25th. She was 93 years of age. Loving and devoted wife to Father John A. Limberakis, of blessed memory, she was the mother of four children: Evangelyn, who predeceased her, Cary (Alexis), Anthony (Maria) and Catherine (James); grandmother to Alyssa, Jaclyn, Jonathan and Kyra Limberakis; John, Anthony and Elizabeth Limberakis; and Andrea, John and Peter Tsatalis, as well as great-grandmother to Peter, Alexia and Jack, Dakota and Anthony, Evangeline and Anthony. May her memory be eternal and may she rest among the Saints.

. . . Presvytera Athena Pallas Constantinou fell asleep in the Lord peacefully on Sunday, February 19, 2023, at her daughter’s home in Houston, Texas. Presvytera Athena was born on February 13, 1935 in Norfolk, Virginia and was a lifelong resident of Norfolk. Presvytera Athena is survived by her daughter, Presvytera, Renee, and her son-in-law, Fr. Michael Lambakis of Houston, Texas, and her two grandsons Andrew and Nicholas. She is also survived by her loving sisters, Barbra Clark of Norfolk and Elaine Walsh of Chesapeake, Virginia. Other family members left to cherish her memory are her nephew, Michael Walsh of Norfolk, as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins from the both Constantinou and Pallas families. She was preceded in death by her husband, the Reverend Fr. Savas Constantinou, by her nephew, Brian Clark, and her parents, Charles and Alice Pallas, all of Norfolk, Virginia. Athena spent the past 4 1/2 years living with her daughter and grandchildren in Houston Texas. She became an active member of the Annunciation Cathedral in Houston and made many wonderful friends during her years in Houston.  May Her Memory Be Eternal! May she rest among the saints and may God grant comfort and peace to her family! 

. . . Lilly Fotopoulos. She passed on February 13, 2023, in Dallas, Texas, at age 92.  She is the mother of Presvytera Thea Fotopoulos Pakes(Fr. Mark). She is survived by three children: daughter, Thea Fotopoulos Pakes and husband,Fr. Mark, son, Paul Fotopoulos and wife, Maria and daughter, Haidi Fotopoulos. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Stathi Pakes, Franklin Fotopoulos, Nicholas Fotopoulos, Foti Pakes, Lilly Fotopoulos, Chris Fotopoulos, and Angela Fotopoulos, and two sisters, Mary Vlamides and Becka Kouvelis, numerous nieces, nephews, and godchildren. May her memory be eternal!

. . . Becka (Paraskevi) Dokos, age 81, on February 13, 2023, in Minneapolis, MN, surrounded by her loving family. She is the mother of Fr. George (Christa) Dokos of Holy Apostles Greek Orthodox Church in Westchester, IL and Presvytera Diana (Fr. George) Lamberis of St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church in Palos Heights, IL. She was a very active member of her church, St. George Greek Orthodox Church, Saint Paul, MN where she grew up. Preceded in death by husband Dimitri. Survived by her three children, Panorea (Ari) Kolas, Father George (Christa) Dokos, and Diana (Father George) Lamberis; eight grandchildren; one sister; and several nieces and nephews. May her memory be eternal!

. . . Presvytera Kantiana(Kay) Efstathiu. For the last several months, Presvytera was undergoing radiation and chemotherapy treatment for lung cancer. However, this weekend, she suffered a massive stroke that left her in critical condition. She peacefully fell asleep in the Lord with her children and grandchildren by her side. We extend our deepest sympathies and condolences to Fr. Constantine and their three children, Peter(Anastasia), Vickie(Patrick) and Paul(Kristen), as well as their 9 grandchildren and great grandchild. May our Lord give eternal rest to his servant, Kantiana Efstathiu. May her memory be eternal!

. . . Fr. Peter Chrisafideis, of Marlborough, MA on February 2, 2023, at the age of 91.  Fr. Peter Chrisafideis, of Marlborough, MA. Fr. Peter Chrisafideis, of Marlborough,MA. He leaves two sons, Peter M. Chrisafideis and his wife Michelle of Ashland and Chris P. Chrisafideis and his wife Jeannie of Marlborough; a daughter Constance Evangelous and her husband Matthew of Hudson; two sisters, Tina Pilavis of Florida and Anna Chrisafideis of Lynn; nine grandchildren (Stefan, Jenna, Madelyn, Abigail, Mia, Marcus, Alexandra, Isabella and Sofia) and one great grandchild (Theo), many nieces and nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his son Chris Chrisafideis of Pittsburgh and his siblings Frank Chrisafideis and Freda Bakos. May his memory be eternal!

. . . Reverend Father Peter Metallinos on January 19, 2023 at the age of 90.  He served the community of St. Demetrios Church in Rocky River, OH for over 36 years.  He was the husband of the late Emilia.  May his memory be eternal!

. . . Presvytera Christine Georgacakes, age 91, who fell asleep in the Lord on January 17, 2023 in Munster, IN with her loving family at her side. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Reverend Peter Georgacakes. May her soul rest among the saints and may she be placed in a place where there is no pain, sorrow or mourning, but everlasting life. May Her Memory Be Eternal! 

. . . Irene Cantos, mother of Fr. Earl (Presv. Carol) Cantos in Florence, AZ.  She passed at 100 years old. Irene is survived by her four children: Rita Cantos Cartwright (husband Robert), Rev. Earl Cantos (Presvytera Carol), Roxanne Fulkerson (husband Jeff), and Bill Cantos (wife Mari), five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. (Posted December 22, 2022)

. . . Fr. Constantine Combitsis, fell asleep in the Lord on Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at the age of 90 years at Holy Name Hospital in Teaneck, NJ.  Fr. Constantine is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Presvytera Argeroula (Loutraris) Combitsis; his son Paul (Apostolos) Combitsis and his wife, Chrystal; his grandsons Constantine and Nicholas Combitsis; his sister Presvytera Eleni (Combitchi) Nacopoulos and her husband, Rev. Fr. Theofanis Nacopoulos and their children; his brother-in-law Theodoros Loutraris of Athens, Greece, and his wife Aristea, and their children, as well as Godchildren. Fr. Constantine was preceded in death by his daughter, Maria (Combitsis) Kane in 2008, and his brother, Nicholas Combitchi in 2017. May our Lord give rest to his soul "... where the righteous repose... in the bosom of Abraham...", and may his memory be eternal!

. . . Kemon Lardas, father to Fr. John & Presvytera Eleni Lardas from Port Washington NY-Long Island who fell asleep in the Lord on December 10, 2022. May his soul rest among the saints and may he be placed in a place where there is no pain, sorrow or mourning, but life everlasting. May his memory be eternal!

. . . Presvytera Euphoria (Conides) Manikas. She passed on December 8, 2022. She was the loving wife of Fr. Nick Manikas and mother of Paul, Mary, Joanna and the late Pamela. May her soul rest among the saints and may she be placed in a place where there is no pain, sorrow or mourning, but everlasting life. May her memory be eternal!

. . . Catherine (Tina) Valantasis, mother of Presvytera Maria Verdaris and Fr. Constantine Valantasis.  Catherine passed on November 21, 2022 at age 86.  She leaves behind her children, Rev. Fr. Constantine (Karen) Valantasis; Caliope (Emmanuel) Kamenos; and Maria (Rev. Fr. Nicholas) Verdaris; grandchildren Athena (Ron) Tabus; Stephen and Nikitas Valantasis; Katherine, Stephanie and John Verdaris, and finally her great grandchildren, Ronald Michael and Keira Tabus. She also leaves behind many nephews and nieces too numerous to be mentioned. May her memory be eternal!

. . . Fr. Andrew Demotses. Fr. Andrew passed on November 17, 2022 at age 81. Arriving as the youngest priest in the history of St. Vasilios Church in Peabody, MA, at the age of 26, he remained Head Pastor for 39 years, becoming the longest serving priest in the church’s history. Fr. Andrew is survived by his devoted wife Presvytera Mary (Poulos) Demotses, two sons, James A. Demotses and his wife Karen and Andrew J. Demotses and his wife Christine, along with four grandchildren. May his memory be eternal!

 . . . Fr. David Eckley who fell asleep in the Lord on Monday, November 14th, at the age of 90, in Austin, TX. We grant Presvytera Vasiliki and their entire family God's strength and comfort. May his memory be eternal! May your memory be eternal, O dear brother, worthy of blessedness and eternal life. 

. . . Presvytera Maria Arambiges, wife of the late Very Rev. Ernest Arambiges, Pastor Emeritus, St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Baltimore, MD. Presvytera Mary passed on November 10, 2022. May our good and loving Lord grant everlasting rest to her soul and grant comfort and peace to her family!

. . . Julia Joyce Gladis, the mother of Presvytera Eileen Sedor. Julia Joyce Gladis, 93, a resident of Fort Myers, FL since 1984, formerly of N. Aurora, IL passed away peacefully under the care of Hope Hospice on Tuesday, November 1, 2022. She was born May 30, 1929 in Chicago, IL to the late, Michael and Anna (nee Kuzmiak) Zmina. She is survived by her three loving children, Mary Sue Gladis of Fort Myers, FL, Eileen Sedor (late Fr. David) of Wexford, PA and George Gladis (late Nancy) of Batavia, IL; seven grandchildren, Melissa (Ross), Stephanie, Jodi (James), Charissa, Michael, Ashley (Scott) and Amy; as well as five adored great grandchildren, Sophia, Aidan, Hannah, Liam and Autumn. Our love and prayers are with Presvytera Eileen and her entire family. May her memory be eternal!

. . . George S. Harakas the son of the late Reverend Stanley and Presvytera Emily (Maniates) Harakas. He fell asleep in the Lord on October 9, 2022 at age 57 of Dedham, MA, at Beth Israel Hospital in Needham, MA. Despite a lifelong struggle with mental illness, George will be remembered by family and friends for his warmth, intelligence and insightful sense of humor. George loved his family and was a very good friend. He enjoyed dining out with his friends and was a great lover of rock and roll. George was predeceased by his sister Katherine Defilippo and brother Spero Harakas. He is survived by his siblings, Angelica Harakas of Northampton, MA and Demitrius Harakas of Santa Ana, CA, 4 nieces, 3 nephews, several cousins, his uncle Ted Harakas, his brother-in-law John Defilippo, and his very dear friend Kay Sullivan. George spent his last 30 years living in the community of Doggett Circle in Dedham, MA where he developed close friendships that were like family to him. May his memory be eternal! May our Lord grant rest to his soul and bring peace and comfort to his family.

. . . Anastasia "Tassy" Villis, the mother of Fr. Elias Villis serving as Chancellor of the Archdiocesan District and the Greek Orthodox Church of Our Saviour in Rye, New York. Anastasia passed at age 80, on October 23, 2022. Beloved wife of George S. Villis for 60 years; Loving mother of Spiros (Kelly) Villis, Dina Villis, and Father Elias (Melanie) Villis; Cherished grandmother of Anastacia, Nicholas, George, and Artemios; Dear sister of Sarah Villies, Tresa Koustenis, the late John Villis, late Peter Villis, and the late Helen Liapis; Beloved daughter of the late Elias and Panagiota Avgerinos; Fond aunt, cousin, and friend of many. May her memory be eternal!

. . . His Excellency Metropolitan Ilia (Katre) of Philomelion. Metropolitan Ilia who fell asleep in the Lord on October 6, 2022. May his memory be eternal!

. . . Presvytera Christine "Tina" Poulos on September 25, 2022. Presvytera Christine was 94 years old. She was predeceased earlier in February 2022 by her husband of over 74 years, Rev. George Poulos, Presvytera Tina is survived by her loving children, Peter Poulos and his wife, Argery, of Stamford; Dean Poulos and his wife, Dorie, of Stamford; John Poulos of Liverpool, New York; Michael Poulos and his wife, Pamela, of Stamford; and Paul Poulos and his wife, Georgia, of Stamford. She is also survived by her six cherished grandchildren, Cristina (husband Benjamin), Mary (husband John), George (fiancée Jenna), Dean (wife Potoula), Matthew, Peter, and her great-grandchild, Peter Benjamin, sister-in-law Patricia Mirageas of Boston, many nephews and cousins. May our good and loving Lord grant everlasting rest to her soul and bring her family comfort and peace! May her memory be eternal! 

. . . Helena Podhurec, the mother of Presvytera Marusia Melackrinos (Fr. Luke) serving the parish of Holy Trinity in Sioux City, Iowa. Helena was 77, and passed on September 15, 2022 at SagePoint Senior Living Services, La Plata, MD. Our condolences to the entire family. Our love and prayers are with Presvytera Marusia and her entire family. May Her Memory Be Eternal.

. . . Rev. Fr. Theodore Sideris who fell asleep in the Lord on Thursday, August 18, 2022 at his home in the Colonia section of Woodbridge Township, NJ. He was 86 years old. May his memory be eternal!

. . . Fr. Elias Velonis who fell asleep in the Lord on August 17, 2022, in San Diego, California. Father Elias is survived by his wife Presvytera Mary, his daughter Margo and her husband Samesh, his son Thomas and his wife Jean, his grandchildren Clayton, Sonia, Reena and Fiona, and those who fondly called him Uncle Elias. Fr. Elias has served the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral of Baltimore and St. Luke in East Longmeadow, MA. In his retirement, Father spent time at Holy Cross Seminary in Brookline, MA as a mentor to a future generation of Greek Orthodox priests and their families. In 2011, Father and Presvytera moved to San Diego, CA to be closer to their children and grandchildren. May your memory be eternal, O dear brother, worthy of blessedness and eternal life.

. . . Fr. Christos Peter Matos, who passed on July 23, 2022 after a recent diagnosis of liver cancer. He served parishes in Pennsylvania, Connecticut, New York, Mississippi, Florida and Texas. In retirement, he served in Illinois and Iowa. May his memory be eternal! He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 59 years Presvytera Stavroula Matos and their four children, grandchildren and many cousins, nieces, nephews and godchildren. Fr. Chris is predeceased by his parents and brother Dennis Matos. May God grant rest to the soul of his servant, Fr. Christos the priest, and bring peace to his family and friends. Everlasting be your memory O dear brother worthy of blessedness and eternal life.

. . . Jonathan Peter Magoulias, the beloved son of Father Nicholas J. Magoulias, of blessed memory, and Presvytera Marilyn Contas Magoulias, who fell asleep in the Lord following a fifteen-month illness on Saturday, July 16, 2022. He also leaves his loving sister Carolyn Contas Magoulias. He was 56 years old. May God grant rest to the soul of His servant, Jonathan, and bring peace and comfort to his family and community. Everlasting be his memory!

. . . Very Rev. Fr. Regis Alexoudis, who fell asleep in the Lord on Friday, July 15, 2022 at New Hanover Regional Medical Center surrounded by his family. He was currently serving the community of St. Nicholas in Wilmington, North Carolina. Fr. Regis served the Holy Greek Orthodox Church faithfully for 39 years as a priest, and 28 of those years in Wilmington. He was a comforting light, spiritual guide, and dear friend to thousands of faithful during his ministry. His humility, kindness, and warmth will be remembered as the defining qualities of his life, and as the very fabric with which he wove the Saint Nicholas Church Family together. May your memory be eternal, O dear brother, worthy of blessedness and eternal life.

. . . Mrs. Christine Bakos, 94, of Winthrop, MA who fell asleep in the Lord on July 5, 2022. She was the devoted mother of Fr. Iakovos (Billy) Bakos of the Holy Monastery of Siminos Petras, Mt. Athos, Greece.  Fr. Iakovos is a graduate of HCHC and served many GOA parishes before serving on Mt. Athos. She was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Charles Bakos. May our good and loving Lord grant everlasting rest to her soul and bring her family His great comfort and peace. May her memory be eternal!

. . . Presvytera Ellie Dogias, 83, who fell asleep in the Lord on Monday, July 4, 2022. She was the mother of Fr. Peter (Presvytera Dimitra) Dogias of Saint Katherine Parish in Redondo Beach, CA. May our good and loving Lord grant rest to her soul and bring peace and comfort to the family and communities she leaves behind. Everlasting be her memory!

. . . Fr. John B. Essa, age 82, of Carrollton, Texas, who passed into eternal life on Saturday, July 2, 2022. He was a retired priest from the Antiochian Archdiocese who was currently assisting with services at Holy Trinity in Dallas since 2011. There will be a Divine Liturgy celebrated Monday July 11, at 9:30 AM at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church. Funeral Services will begin approximately 11:00am followed by an interment at Restland Memorial Cemetery. Everlasting be your memory, O dear brother, worthy of blessedness and eternal life!

. . . Presvytera Xanthippi (Cynthia) Papanikolaou, of Palos Hills, IL, who passed into eternal life peacefully, on July 2, 2022 at the age of 85. She was predeceased by her husband, Fr. Byron Stylianos in 2015, but together they served the community of SS. Constantine and Helen , first in Chicago, and then in Palos Hills, for nearly fifty-five years. May God grant everlasting rest to her soul and may her memory be eternal!

. . . Fr. Frank Kirlangitis, who fell asleep in the Lord on June 28, 2022 at the age of 92. He was the Pastor Emeritus at St. Barbara in Sarasota, FL. May God grant rest to the soul of his servant, Frank the priest, and bring peace to his family and community. Everlasting be your memory O dear brother worthy of blessedness and eternal life.

. . . Mary S. Pepps, mother of Presvytera Harriet Wilson (Father George) of Holy Trinity Cathedral, New Orleans, LA, and Father Evangelos Pepps (Presvytera Susan) of Kalamazoo, MI, fell asleep in the Lord in the early morning hours on Pentecost Sunday, June 12, 2022.May God grant everlasting rest to the soul of his servant, Mary and bring peace to her loving family.

. . . Presvytera Demetra “Toula” (Mavroidis) Pallas. She left her earthly journey on Tuesday, September 27, 2022 in the early morning hours. Presvytera Pallas, age 84, ended a courageous and arduous battle with dementia and its endless challenges which she had endured with courage, grace and dignity. Presvytera Pallas married George A. Pallas on May 29th of 1955. Their marriage and life of service to the Greek Orthodox Church began with the ordination of George into the Greek Orthodox clergy and making them Priest and Priest’s Wife (Presvytera) for over 67 years. After a brief assignment to a village church in their native Messinia, Greece, the two embarked on a journey that would change their lives forever. They served and ministered to Greek Orthodox parishes in the following areas - Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church in the Republic of Panama, St. Elias the Prophet in Dubuque, Iowa, St. George in Des Moines, Iowa, and finally in their current home of Holy Transfiguration in Marietta, Georgia. Presvytera was preceded in death by her two first children, Garifalia and a stillborn daughter who remained in her heart each and every day from their deaths. Presvytera is survived by her loving and grateful children Tasi Pallas, Dean (Christina) Pallas and Vicki (Evan) Gekas, grandchildren Niko and Alex Gekas and Dimitra and George Pallas, and most importantly her devoted and loving husband Rev. Fr. George Pallas. May our good and loving Lord grant everlasting rest to her soul and bring Father George and her family comfort and peace! May her memory be eternal!

. . . Brenda Ann Englebird, the mother of Fr. Barnabas (Presvytera Connie) Powell, of Cumming GA, who fell asleep on Friday, May 13, 2022 at her home residence at the age of 82. She leaves behind her husband John, and 4 other children and their families. May God grant everlasting rest to the soul of our sister, Brenda Ann and bring peace and comfort to her family. May her memory be eternal!

. . . Bobby Junior Crozier, chrismated Spyridon, who fell asleep in the Lord on Friday April 29, 2022 in Largo, Florida. He was 83 years old. He was the father of Presvytera Lisa (Fr. Spiro) Bobotas, who is currently serving the community at Saint Sophia Cathedral in Miami, FL. Bobby was a faithful and long-time member of St. Stefanos Greek Orthodox Church in St. Petersburg, Florida.

. . . Fr. Galenos John Pilafas, who fell asleep in the Lord on April 13, 2022 at the age of 67. He was a priest serving the metropolis of Chicago. May your memory be eternal, oh dear brother, worthy of blesssedness and eternal life!

. . . Fr. Nicholas Kossis, 93, who fell asleep in the Lord on April 12, 2022. He was the husband of Presvytera Maria Kossis for 59 years until her passing on October 28, 2016. Rev. Fr. Nicholas Kossis was a Greek Orthodox Clergyman for the Metropolis of Pittsburgh for over 55 years. He served faithfully in Aliquippa, Easton and Bethlehem, PA. Rev. Fr. Nicholas Kossis was tonsured the Hieromonk Nikodemos on October 28, 2019. For over 30 years he had a Chapel at his home, St. Raphael, Nicholas and Irene Chapel, where he held daily services and was blessed by Bishop Maximos. My God grant everlasting rest to the soul of his servant Nicholas and place him in paradise. Memory Eternal!

. . . Presvytera Mary P. Hallick, Ed.D.,99, who passed into eternal life on April 8, 2022. Cherished mother of Athanasia (Michael) Cahlamer. Proud Yiayia of 5 and great-Yiayia of 7. Mary is preceded in death by her husband, Fr. Constantine Hallick, and daughter Constance Ramskugler.May God grant her everlasting rest among His Saints and bring peace to her friends and family. Memory Eternal! 

. . . Fr. Paul Fedec, 91, of Centennial CO, who fell asleep in the Lord on Tuesday, April 5, 2022. He leaves behind his wife of 71 years, "Presbytushka" Gloria, 4 children, 7, grand-children and 10 great grandchildren. He served faithfully as a clergyman for over 65 years, most of which was in the OCA in Colorado at St. Mary in Calhan, prior to being on loan at St. Elias Antiochian Parish in Denver, prior to assisting at St. Catherine Parish in Greenwood Village for nearly 20 years, and then being incardinated into the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese. Everlasting be your memory, dear brother, worthy of blessedness and eternal life.

. . . Presvytera Helen Xanthakis. Beloved wife and mother, Helen passed in peace on March 30, 2022. Born and raised in Biddeford, Maine, the only child of Peter and Sophie Karey, Helen met the love of her life, Rev. Constantine Xanthakis and they were married in September 1962. They began their life’s journey together in Rochester, Minnesota and during that journey, lived in Cranston, Rhode Island, Brooklyn, N.Y. and Natick, MA before retiring to the Sunshine State, Florida. They were blessed with two wonderful sons, Anthony and Alexander, who were the joys of her life. She gained a daughter, Christine in 1999 when she and Anthony married. Helen had an infectious smile, a calming presence, a great sense of humor and was the definition of a lady. Her greatest joys were cooking incredible Christmas and Easter meals and desserts, with her specialty, her famous Baklava for her family and friends. She loved traveling and spent many summers in her beloved Greece, as well as cruises, including the Queen Mary for her 50th wedding anniversary with her children. She was a lover of romantic comedy movies and was a romantic at heart. The joy she brought to those around her cannot be replaced, and she will be remembered for the kindness she gave to all that were privileged to know her. We are better for having had her in our lives and will miss her forever. The family would like to extend their utmost gratitude to Helen’s caregivers, including Sharon, Claudia, Gina and Carol who took incredible care of her. They are all angels, and we thank them all. May her memory be eternal! May our loving God grant peace and comfort to Fr. Constantine and the entire family.

. . . Dnsa. Sarah Ellis on Wednesday, March 16, 2022 at the age of 81. She fell asleep peacefully at her home in Endwell, NY with her family by her side. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband, Fr. Deacon Charles Ellis; and her 5 children and their families including son, Fr. Michael J. Ellis (Jesica) of Sts. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church in Mansfield, OH; 17 children and 6 great grandchildren. She was an active member of St. Michael’s Orthodox Church in Binghamton, OH for decades, on the Church Parish Council, School Guild, and for many years she assisted her son, Fr. Michael at Camp Nazareth. May God grant everlasting rest to her soul and bring peace to her family. May her memory be eternal!

. . . Presvytera Ioanna (Janet) Mamalis, widow of Fr. Demetrios Mamalis of blessed memory. She fell asleep in the Lord on Tuesday, March 8th, 2022 at the age of 95, in Richmond, VA. She was the mother of Presvytera Emily (Fr. Bill) Bartz, the former chancellor of the Metropolis of Detroit, who retired from active parish ministry in 2019. May God grant everlasting rest to his servant, Ioanna, and grant peace and comfort to her family and community. May her memory be eternal.

. . . Markos Mastakas, the beloved father of Fr. George (Presvytera Evelyn) Mastakas fell asleep in the Lord on Monday, February 28, 2022. Fr. George is currently serving at Sts. Peter and Paul Greek Orthodox Church in Frederick, MD. May God grant rest to the soul of his servant, Markos and bring peace to those he left behind. Everlasting be his memory! 

. . . Very Reverend Father John Travis, who fell asleep in the Lord February 25, in Denver, CO. Fr. John was born and raised in Denver, served in parishes, and taught at our Holy Cross Seminary. Everlasting be your memory, O dear brother, worthy of blessedness and eternal life!

. . . Vasiliki (Betty) Kouldukis, the mother of Fr. Dean (Presvytera Valerie) of the Greek Orthodox Church of the Assumption in Seattle, WA who fell asleep in the Lord on February 22, 2022. May our good and loving Lord bring peace to her dear family and grant everlasting rest to the soul of his servant, Vasiliki. May her memory be eternal!

. . . Irene Theodore, the beloved mother of Presvytera Helene (Fr. Jerry) Hall of Akron, OH and Presvytera Claire (Fr. Chris) Foustoukos of Peabody, MA. She passed into eternal life on February 21, surrounded by her family, just weeks shy of her 90th birthday. She leaves behind her husband of 70 years, Ted Theodore, and two other sons and their families. Irene was active in both Sts. Constantine and Helen, Cleveland Hts. and Annunciation, Akron parishes. May our good and loving Lord number His servant, Irene, among the Saints and give everlasting rest to her soul and bring His peace to those friends, families and communities she's left behind. May her memory be eternal.

. . . Presvytera Constance Gialopsos, 91, who reposed peacefully on the morning of February 10, 2022, at her home. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, the Rev. Philip G. Gialopsos, who predeceased her in 2006 and served in the Boston metropolis. Connie suffered from Alzheimer’s disease during the later stage of her life. She was lovingly cared for until her passing by her son, Vasilios, in the comfort of the family home that she lived in for 55 years. She is survived by her 4 children, 6 grandchildren and their families. May our good and loving God grant her soul rest among the saints. Everlasting be her memory!

 . . . Fr. George Poulos, who at the blessed age of 100, reposed in the Lord, Sunday, February 13, 2022. He is survived by his devoted wife of 73 years, Christine Poulos of Stamford, CT, his five beloved sons and six cherished grandchildren. He graduated in 1948 from the newly opened Holy Cross Seminary in Brookline, MA. In 1956, after seven years as pastor of the Holy Trinity Church in Norwich, CT, he was assigned to the Church of the Archangels in Stamford, CT where he served until his retirement in 2009. After a total of 61 years of dedicated, full time service to the Church, Father George continued to serve as Pastor Emeritus at the Church of the Archangels. In 1970, Father George, together with Archbishop Iakovos, oversaw the establishment of Ionian Village Summer Camp Program in Greece, which has run successfully for the past 50 years. Everlasting be your memory, oh dear brother, worthy of blessing and eternal life. May God grant rest to your soul and bring peace to your family.

. . . Marika Livanos, mother of the late Fr George (Presvytera Dianthe) Livanos and grandmother of Presvytera Kassiani (Fr. George) Callos, both of the Pittsburgh Metropolis who fell asleep in the Lord on February 8, 2022. May our good and loving Lord grant everlasting rest to the soul of his handmaiden, Marika, and bring peace to the family she left behind. Memory Eternal!

. . . Rev. Fr. Nikitas J. Theodosion, who reposed peacefully in the Lord on Thursday, February 3, 2022, surrounded by his family. After spending decades as choir director for the communities of Rocky River and Cleveland Heights, OH, he followed in his son's footsteps and enrolled in Holy Cross School of Theology in 1992. After ordination, he served the communities of Annunciation in Columbus Ohio, Holy Trinity in Saint Augustine Florida and Saint Elizabeth the Wonderworker in Gainesville Florida. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Presvytera Mary Theodosion, his son Fr John (Presvytera Athena) Theodosion, of St. Andrew's Greek Orthodox Church in Randoph, NJ and another son Constantine (Alina) Theodosion, and his six grandchildren. May God grant everlasting rest to the soul of his servant, Fr. Nikitas and bring His Great Peace to his family and community left behind. May his memory be eternal!

. . . Fr. Peter Costarakis, 84, who fell asleep in the Lord, on February 2, 2022 on the Feast of The Presentation of Christ. He was the 5th generation of priests in his family and was faithfully serving the Metropolis of Boston as a retired priest. He was the father of Fr. Demetri (Presvytera Gloria) Costarakis of St. Nicholas Parish in Lexington, MA. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Presvytera Mary. Everlasting be your memory dear brother in Christ worthy of blessedness and eternal life!

. . . Basile Gadah, 85, of Sarasota, FL, who reposed on January 30, 2022. He was the father of Fr. Gaby (Presvytera Dorian) Gadah, who is currently serving at St. Mark's in Belleview, FL. He leaves behind his wife of 55 years, Aida, another son George and 3 grandchildren. May God grant rest to his soul and bring peace to his family. Everlasting be his memory!

. . . Constantine "Dino" Kousoulas, the father of Fr. Anastasios (Presvytera Nektaria) Kousoulas of St. Anna's parish in Flemington, NJ. He passed away peacefully on the morning of January 25, 2022, one month shy of his 80th birthday. Dino is survived by his wife, Mary, of 57 years. May God have bring peace and comfort to their family and grant everlasting rest to the soul of Constantine. May his memory be eternal!

. . . Rev. Fr. Nicholas Despotides who fell asleep in the Lord on Sunday, January 23, 2022 at the age of 93. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 60 years, Moscha Despotides. He is survived by his daughter, Presvytera Flora (Fr. George) Chioros, of Newport News; and his four siblings including his brother, Rev. Fr. Markos (Presvytera Maria) Despotides. May God number the soul of his servant, Fr. Nicholas, among the saints and grant everlasting rest to his soul. May his memory be eternal!

. . . Anthony Balouris, who fell asleep in the Lord on January 20th at the age of 93. He was a pillar of faith at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Pittsburgh for 67 years. He was the father of Presvytera Maria (Fr. Philemon) Patitsas, who are currently serving at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Wilmington, DE. May God grant rest to his soul and peace to his family and parish community. Everlasting be his memory!

. . . Presvytera Calypso Karahalios, who fell asleep in the Lord on January 12, 2022 at the age of 85. She was the wife of the late Fr. George Karahalios who served in the Boston Metropolis until his repose in 2015. May God number her soul among His Saints and grant her everlasting rest. May her memory be eternal!