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Obituaries & Memorials

Honoring the lives of members of our community.

  • Helen Papadeas

    Helen C. Papadeas was a longtime member of St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Upper Darby, where she served her parish for decades. She passed away October 13 at age 96.

  • Dimitrios Christodoulou

    An Athens native, Jim operated Moms Variety in South Philadelphia for 17 years. Funeral services are scheduled for October 17 in Cherry Hill.

  • George Thrappas

    Born on the Greek island of Chios, George was a longtime St. George parishioner, festival volunteer, and devoted family man who loved cooking, gardening, and Greek music.

  • Elpida Ioannou

    Born in Kato Poroia, Serres, Elpida “Pitsa” Ioannou made her home in the Philadelphia area, where her family joined St. Demetrios and welcomed newly arrived Greek families into their home.

  • Maria Caravasos

    Maria Caravasos, 88, a Sparta-born attorney and longtime Philadelphia-area resident, passed away on September 21, 2026.

  • Dimitri Tzoumakaris

    Dimitri Tzoumakaris, who immigrated from Veria, Greece, and made his home in Delaware County, passed away on August 28, 2026.

  • Theoharis Tsirogiannis

    Born in Epirus, Harry Tsirogiannis immigrated to the United States in 1980 and later lived in Upper Darby and Aston. Funeral services will be held Friday in Media.

  • Helen Seremelis

    A lifelong member of the Greek Orthodox community, Helen K. Seremelis passed away on August 29, 2026. Funeral services will be held Friday at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church in Elkins Park.

  • Marian Roebas

    Philadelphia-born Marian “Maya” Roebas, whose parents immigrated from Mytilene, Lesvos, passed away at 76.

  • Gus Mirisis

    A longtime participant in The Arc Mercer programs and Special Olympics, Mirisis enjoyed Phillies baseball, bowling, and close ties with his family.

  • Kodilenia Papadopoulos

    Kodilenia Papadopoulos passed away on August 21, 2026, surrounded by her family. Funeral services will be held Thursday at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Upper Darby.

  • James P. Sterganos

    Longtime Penn State Berks administrator and Sts. Constantine and Helen parish member James P. Sterganos passed away Aug. 15, one day after his 82nd birthday.