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Popi Hais Obituary

Hais, Popi COLONIE Popi Hais, 85, of Colonie, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, September 2, 2015, at St. Peter's Community Hospice Inn, Albany. Born on the island of Halki, Greece, she was the daughter of the late Anargyros and Maritsa Xialena Dikas. In the late '50s, she moved to New Jersey to raise her family with her first husband Dimos Efstathiou. After his unexpected passing, she worked as a seamstress to support her two young children. She later met Periklis Hais and the two were married on September 10, 1969. The couple and her brothers owned and operated the Colonie Diner and other successful food establishments in the area. Mrs. Hais enjoyed her family immensely and was always considered "Mom" to everyone who was touched by her kindness. She belonged to St. George Greek Orthodox Church and was a woman of strong faith. Popi will always be remembered for her family values, hospitality and big heart. Mrs. Hais is survived by her adoring husband of nearly 46 years, Periklis Hais; also by her sons, Nicholas Efstathiou (Colleen) and Kostas "Gus" Hais (April Decker) both of Loudonville; her son-in-law, Tony Loupessis of Colonie; her brother, John Dikas (Maria) of Colonie; four grandchildren, Petros and Popi Loupessis and Demos and Catherine "Peppy" Efstathiou; by her step-grandchildren, Taylor, Madyson and Quentin Powell; as well as several nieces, nephews and extended family, local and living in Greece. She is predeceased by her beloved daughter, Marigoula Loupessis; first husband Dimos Efstathiou; and infant daughter, Vallasia Hais; as well as three brothers, Karafilis, Takis, and Konstantinos Dikas. The family would like to thank the 4th floor McAuley wing at St. Peter's for the comfort and care Popi received during her hospital stay. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 9 a.m. at St. George Greek Orthodox Church, 107 Clinton Street, Schenectady. The family will receive relatives and friends on Tuesday from 5 to 8 p.m. at Tebbutt Funeral Home, 633 Central Ave., Albany, with Trisagion Memorial Service at 7:45 p.m. Interment to take place at Graceland Cemetery, Albany. Memorial contributions may be made to Scleroderma Foundation, Tri-State Chapter, 59 Front Street, Binghamton, NY 13905. To express online condolences, please visit sbfuneralhome.com.


Published by Albany Times Union on Sep. 6, 2015.
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April and Gus

September 10, 2015

Peri, Nick, Gus, Tony and John...
I am so very sorry for the loss of your matriarch Popi. May you find strength in the days ahead, and comfort in knowing that many are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

Michael Such

michael such

September 8, 2015

I'll always remember my Yiayia as the kind, big hearted woman we all loved. She always welcomed friends into her home with hospitality, warmth, and of course food. She will be greatly missed, but never forgoten. ' Yiayia.

Demos Efstathiou

September 8, 2015

Thoughts and Prayers for you and your family. I'm so sorry for your loss. Love Marianne

Marianne Bingham

September 8, 2015

May your memory be eternal Thea Popi. My memories of you span decades and mostly focus around keeping an eye on Kosta and me in XalkI when I was younger, hanging out enjoying kafethaki when i was older, and spending time getting to my husband the last time we were in Greece together. You were a strong woman who loved deeply. You spoke your mind and I loved your spunk. We will miss you.

Leza Chryssovergis

September 7, 2015

Theo Perikli, Nick, Gus, we are thinking of you and sending you Love, Comfort ,and peace. Thea Popi will always be in our hearts and a big loss to our family.. With Love , Madeline&Thea Keti...

September 7, 2015

You will be missed and will live forever in our hearts.

April Decker

September 6, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Catherine & Bob

September 6, 2015

Gus, Nick and Periklis: Peg and I were so sorry to hear about your great loss. We did not know Popi very well, but she sounds like a remarkable woman. We will be with you at the viewing on Tuesday evening. Love, Peg and Bob Schalit

Bob Schalit

September 6, 2015

We are very sorry for your loss. We send our prayers and positive thoughts. - the Lyons Family

Edward Lyons

September 6, 2015

I miss you terribly. You were an amazing person and I was glad that everyone you loved was with you until the end. I am very fortunate to have you as a mother. I love you mama.

Kostas Hais

September 6, 2015

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