Erato A. YEAPANIS

Erato A. YEAPANIS obituary

Erato A. YEAPANIS

Erato YEAPANIS Obituary

Published by Peninsula Funeral Home & Crematory from Sep. 30 to Oct. 1, 2009.
YEAPANIS, Erato A., 100, passed away on Monday, September 28, 2009 in Richmond. She was a native of Cyprus Island and had been a longtime resident of Newport News. Mrs. Yeapanis was a seamstress by trade. She was a member of Sts. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church in Newport News and was a dedicated member of the Philoptochos Society. She was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew C. Yeapanis; and her sons, Panos A. and Chris J. Yeapanis. Survivors include one daughter, Despina Y. Matzanias of Richmond; grandchildren, Erin Matzanias of Santa Fe, N.M., Zachary Matzanias of Richmond, Stacia Yeapanis of Chicago, Illinois, and Andrea Yeapanis Gayle of Newport News; and great-grandchildren, Alexis and Emma Gayle of Newport News. A visitation and prayer service will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 1 at Sts. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, October 2, at Sts. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church in Newport News with the Rev. John Manuel officiating. Memorial donations may be made to Sts. Constantine and Helen Cathedral, Building Fund, 30 Malvern Ave., Richmond, Va. 23321 or Sts. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church, General Fund, 60 Traverse Road, Newport News, Va. 23601. Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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October 2, 2009

Despo, Sorry to learn about your Mother. You are so lucky to have had her for so long. Bless you and your family. Lovingly, Patty Pepper

Tom Stavredes

October 1, 2009

Dear Despa, Zachary, Erin and family. What a wonderful photograph in the newspaper of your mother and yiayia! The photo looked just like I remembered her whenever I was able to see her in those early visits to Newport News. I truly believe that He has arranged for her to be at rest along side those within our families that have been waiting for her. May her memory be eternal.

Andrea Faches

October 1, 2009

Dear Thea Despa, Zachary, Erin, Andrea, Stacia, and Harriet,

I will always remember "Yiayia To" fondly. She was always so kind and welcoming when we'd visit. She was so warm and loving. I know that each of you is a testament to that love and warmth.

You are in our thoughts & prayers, as is Yiayia To...May her Memory be Eternal.

With love Andrea & Eric, Katharine, Tess, Bill, Alex & Melina

Elizabeth Nunnally

October 1, 2009

Despa, Andrea, and Stacia,
Your mother (grandmother) was a really wonderful person and I know that she will be missed. She loved her family and her church. She lived a long life and is no longer "confused" about everyday life and is in heaven with her husband and sons. Know that you are in my daily prayers.
Elizabeth, Milton and Shaun Nunnally

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