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1925

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2016

Anastasia Travlos Obituary

Anastasia June Travlos, 91, Developer; Worked to revitalize Edgewater. She passed away on Tuesday, November 1, 2016 in Chicago. She will forever be remembered as a pioneer who cared for her community. She was a risk taker who believed that positive changes would be done if she showed others it could happen. She was born Anastasia Pappas at 300 W. Chicago Avenue on October 26, 1925. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Costas (Gus) Travlos in 2005. She is survived by her daughters, Tina Travlos Nihlean, Elaine Travlos; her son-in-law Raymond Nihlean; and many devoted nieces and nephews. Funeral arrangements are private. A Memorial Service will be scheduled at a later date. Charitable donations in lieu of flowers may be made in her honor to Edgewater Development Corporation, 1055 W. Bryn Mawr Avenue, Chicago, IL 60660. It is a non-profit community development organization whose work reflects June's lifelong vision and commitment to the revitalization of the Edgewater Community.

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Nov. 4 to Nov. 6, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Anastasia Travlos

16 Entries

Janet Dotson

March 23, 2017

I came to Chicago from a small Appalchian town in WV in the mid 1960's at 16 years of age. I found an ad in the paper that June needed a young girl to help with her two small daughters. She came to my brother's apartment and picked me up. I spent the summer with her and her family. She helped me a lot more than I helped her. I left at the end of the summer a different young lady. She had treated me like one of the family. I will never forget that summer. You have my condolences and prayers

Jim Malone

December 3, 2016

In the four years I'd come to know June, I have always been impressed her indomitable spirit, her seemingly limitless endurance and her kind heart. All this, in such a tiny woman! She could run circles around people half her age, yet always had time to share a funny story, the events of the day or just offer a smile and wave whenever you saw her.

Very early on, I'd lovingly dubbed June
"The Empress of Edgewater" She was this neighborhoods full time guardian and champion. June's commitment to Edgewater's development and prosperity was tireless. I'm grateful that I had the opportunity to meet June and for the time she was a part of my life here in Chicago. I will very much miss this dear lady.

Nancy Todd

November 27, 2016

It's sad to hear of the passing of our long time friend and client June Travlos. I worked with her for over 15 years fighting to keep their real estate taxes in check. June was a fighter for fairness in all things and she made sure she only paid her fair share of Chicago's high property tax burden! June was a also a top notch landlord. Condolences to the Travlos family. Nancy Todd

Marge Britton

November 23, 2016

June was an amazing lady and a friend. She helped to transform Bryn Mawr into the wonderful street it is today. Saw her a couple of weeks ago at a restaurant. She looked as beautiful and stylish as ever. She will be missed. My prayers and sympathy go out to her daughters, son-in-law and extended family.

Stewart Brooker

November 22, 2016

Deepest sympathies to the entire family. Mrs. Travelos (that's how I knew her) always lit up every place she was with her wit and smile. Love to all y'all.

Margot Wang

November 21, 2016

Our deepest sympathy to the Travlos Family in such a difficult time. I got to know June not only as a good and caring landlord, but as a champion for fairness for her community and her businesses. June always spoke her mind it was a pleasure working with her so many years, and she will be truly missed.

Andrea Raila

November 21, 2016

I knew and worked with June Travlos for over 24 years and she was a joy. I am grateful to have celebrated with the Travlos family the Bryn Mawr Street renaming in honor of June's husband Gus Travlos. Gus was manager at the Marine and Polynesian restaurants at the iconic Edgewater Beach Hotel. My grandmother waited tables there and they likely worked with each other. June was a pioneering no nonsense business woman, a strong mother and community leader. June was Edgewater's super glue when the community seemed to be falling apart in the 70-80's she was bound and determined to put it back to its original glory. Most importantly she had a super bond with her daughters. I can't recall ever not seeing June without her daughter Tina always arm in arm. June will have a place in my heart forever. Our deepest sympathies to the Travlos / Nihlean Family

Neal Ratner

November 19, 2016

A mom holds a special place in your heart.June was a special person that touched the lives of the people she met. Our condolences to you and your family.

Kris Wagner

November 14, 2016

This truly came as a shock, June was great and our thoughts and prayers are with you.

KILLIAN WALSH

November 11, 2016

My 1st apartment in Edgewater in 2000 was with Gus and June Travlos and with that came my community involvement which continues to this day. My memory is of Mrs. Travolos is highly intelligent, brilliant urban strategist and a great sense of humor. Sure there were times we didn't agree, very few times, but it was done with grace and conversation. June was my introduction to Edgewater and clearly, I was blessed to meet her family. The heavens will be having community meetings for sure! God Bless.

November 11, 2016

Deepest condolences to the family and friends during this difficult time. No words can ease the pain of losing someone so beloved. May you find peace and comfort in knowing that your loved one is in God's memory. Psalms 116:15

Carol Anthony

November 10, 2016

I am surprised and sad to just learn of June's passing. I had the privilege of working with June and Tina doing administrative work a couple of years ago, and with each visit to the office I learned to care about June and her family more each time. June was very kind and welcoming to me, and she made me laugh and smile. I also had the pleasure of celebrating a number of her most recent birthdays with her, which were very festive and happy occasions. I will never forget June - she was a true jewel who sparkles on in my memory and in my heart. My sincere condolences to Tina, Elaine, Raymond, and the nieces and nephews that now live through June's bright inspiration.

November 7, 2016

I was saddened to learn of June's death. She was a remarkable woman, an inspiration to all and a warm person. We will miss her. Her memory will live on.

Marianne Wolf-Astrauskas

November 5, 2016

My deepest condolences to Tina and Elaine. I have fond memories of June and Gus and the many times they came to visit me at Bloomingdale's. June was always a delight to see. I appreciated her conversation and her commitment.

May God guide you through this difficult time.

Judy Brown

November 5, 2016

When we lose a Loved One, they become a memory. Then the memory becomes a treasure. Hold on to those treasures of your Loved One, they will help you during these difficult times. Isa.41!0

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