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Athena Christodoulou Obituary
Athena Lane Christodoulou fell asleep in the Lord on December 10, 2019, in her home after a long illness. Her funeral service will be held on Friday, December 13, 2019 at 10:00 AM at St. Christopher Hellenic Orthodox Church in Peachtree City, Georgia and will be interred at Westminster Memorial Gardens, Peachtree City, Georgia.
Athena is survived by her fiance, Michael Wirth; her sisters, Helen Psihountas and Christina Breckinridge; her children, Dimitri and Eva Lane; nieces and nephews; and many friends.
Athena was born in Richmond, Indiana on June 15, 1968, to Tom and Mildred Christodoulou. She graduated with a teaching degree and spent many years teaching at Ridgedale Middle School in Knoxville, Tennessee. Athena moved to Peachtree City, Georgia to assist in caring for her parents in 2016. She met Michael Wirth and was engaged in 2018.
In December of 2018, she was diagnosed with Leiomyosarcoma and began her fight to win against cancer. Athena was a fierce warrior and was an inspiration to many.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to the National Leiomyosarcoma Foundation, https://nlmsf.org/donate-leiomyosarcoma-research/.
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Memories and Condolences
for Athena Christodoulou
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Michelle Satterfield
December 18, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. So sorry for your loss.
Beth Whalen
December 17, 2019
I called Athena the Warrior Princess for her fierce fighting spirit yet she did so with the grace and nobility of royalty. I cannot fully express the deep sadness and sense of loss I feel upon her passing. I never believed that our resplendent goddess Athena would be darkened by the terrible disease of cancer. She fought bravely until the end. As famed Sportscaster Stewart Scott once said, "When you die, it does not mean that you lose to cancer. You beat cancer by how you live, why you live, and in the manner in which you live." By that definition, Athena beat cancer magnificently.
Bless Athena and her family. My thoughts in this difficult time of transition.
Brian Heigle
December 14, 2019
My sincerest condolences to all of Athenas family. I haven't seen Athena since high school graduation, but her memory will live on with me. Her strong will to beat cancer will forever inspire me to live to the fullest! She will be missed by all who knew her!
Athena n Me
Cyndi Miller
December 14, 2019
I really don't have the right words which is why it has taken me so long to do it. You were always so tough Athena. Always there for me. Even more than my parents, I guess I thought you'd always be there. You were there through so many tough times for me. You will always be in my heart. I love you my friend.
Brenda McGhee
December 13, 2019
I remember Athena always having a smile with laughter that can never be forgotten. We will miss you dearly!
Elaine Womack
December 12, 2019
Eva, I am so sorry to hear this news. I remember your mom as being such a wonderful mother! Cherish the memories. I lost my Mom on November 8, so I know how difficult it is to have a loss during this season.
Lyn and Bill Keeler
December 12, 2019
Athena always had a smile! She will be missed. Prayers for her family.
Jennifer Choate Wise
December 12, 2019
I'm so thankful for the gift of knowing you and the gift of your friendship. I will miss you, my friend. It will never be goodbye, but, as always, Hello, Beautiful.
Angela Lane
December 12, 2019
I had the privilege of meeting Athena when our daughters were in Winter Guard together. It was an honor to have known her. Rest in peace Athena. You will be missed.
Pennie Owen
December 12, 2019
Just one in a million. such a womderful mom and friend prayers for family
April Buckner
December 12, 2019
I will miss you friend.
Sherri Brown
December 12, 2019
I had the great pleasure of getting to know Athena may years ago while working with her in a group home. She forever had a smile on her face and love in her heart for everyone and she was missed by staff and clients when she left to continue her career. She'll be missed deeply by her family, especially her children, and friends deeply and forever. Her angel wings will carry her in the hearts of everyone.
Deana Feaster
December 12, 2019
Fly high Athena. Thoughts and prayers
Joellen "Joie" Glomb Hollingsworth
December 12, 2019
Great memories of Athena from Vaile, Test, high school & Class of 86 reunions! Her happy spirit will be missed and her friendship will never end. Rest peacefully dear friend.
Elaine Michael
December 12, 2019
I send my prayers and condolences to all who knew and loved this beautiful lady. She was a joy to have as a student at Vaile in Richmond. Peace be with you.
Elaine Parshall Michael
Nick Wilson
December 12, 2019
Just heartbroken at the loss of a friend.
Sid Plemons
December 11, 2019
This saddens me to no end. I knew Athena thru Girl Scouts and Tae Kwan Do, she got me out of my slump by encouraging me to try it. I will miss her humor, her can-do spirit, her kindness and spark. I will miss her terribly. To Eva and Dimitri, your mother was proud of you and loved you fiercely.
Jon Spurgeon
December 11, 2019
you were always a bright light for anyone who needed one, our loss is Heaven's gain. You will be greatly missed
Dennis Musial
December 11, 2019
Oh my what a loss.
My sincere condolences to the family.
My late wife, Susan Musial, and I had the pleasure of teaching Athena.
She was a vibrant and fun loving young lady.
My thoughts and prayers go out to her and family.
Alicia Gross
December 11, 2019
May her memory be eternal!
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