HELEN KALIVAS Obituary

Helen Karras Kalivas 1919 ~ 2010 Helen Karras Kalivas passed on Feb. 9, 2010 with her loving family by her side.Born April 10, 1919 to Greek immigrant parents Thiros and Carrie Basil Karras in Evanston, WY, youngest of four. Raised in Rock Springs, WY, she worked for Mountain Fuel Supply. Married Tony Kalivas on Oct. 28, 1945 and settled in Ogden, UT. They were avid UPRR Jr. Old Timers going to Sun Valley and Las Vegas with friends. Active member of Miriam Chapter #14, OES. Moving to Salt Lake City in 1962, Mom became a dual member of Radiant Chapter #12, OES. Active member of Diakos Lodge. She was the first Secretary at Prophet Elias Greek Orthodox Church proudly serving both Clergy and parish. As our "Bazaar" became the Greek Festival, Helen sold pastries alongside her Philoptochos friends. Through the years, Mom and Dad enjoyed the close friendship of the Cretan Juniors. As their friends departed, one by one, Mom was blessed with the close friendship of some very special people: Footie, Bella, Elsie, and MaryKay. The "girls" met for lunch, cards, and dessert. They solved the world's problems, traveled "West", and shared news of family and friends. Many thanks to Connie O. who kept her looking beautiful through the years. Thanks, also, Melva and Helen who were great company. Pre-deceased by her parents; husband Tony; sister Bella; and brothers George (Molly) and Jim (Goldie). Brothers and sisters-in-law: John, George, Steve, Phyllis, and Anna. Survived by daughters: Pam (Tom) Martinez, Mesa AZ; Kathy Backer, Ogden; granddaughters: Randi (Shane) Foulger, Carrie Murphy; and grandsons Gene (Marlys) Sentkowski and Tony Goodenough; great granddaughters Adriane Lewis and Brianna Dobson. God-daughter Roxanne Beno. Brothers and sisters-in-law, Ross, Irene, Gus, Mary, Georgia, Donna, Bill and Cheryl and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services Sat. Feb. 13, 2010, 11:00 a.m. at Prophet Elias Greek Orthodox Church 5335 South Highland Drive, Salt Lake City, UT. Viewing/Trisagion Fri. Feb. 12, 6-8 p.m. Memorial Mortuary, 5850 S 900 E. SLC. Burial, Leavitt's Aultorest Cemetery, Ogden, UT. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: Greek Orthodox Church of SLC, Benevolence Fund. We will miss you, Yiayia! May her Memory be Eternal.

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune on Feb. 12, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for HELEN KALIVAS

10 Entries

Rose Gallegos

March 10, 2010

Kathy and Pam,
I am sad to hear that your Mom passed away. I facebooked Pam for your addresses so I can send you both a card. Aunt Helen was always very kind to me and I remember going to your house in SLC a few times and her treating us really well. Moms are truly unique and special and I know from experience your memories will help sustain you in the future. Love, Rose Gallegos

March 8, 2010

I want to express my deepest sympathy to the Kalivas family. Yes, your mother was my late husbands secretary at Prophet Elias church and I have many fond memories of her and your beloved father Tony. We spent many wonderful times together with Jim Cayias and family. Truly, memories live forever!
Her memory will be eternal!
Pres. Effy Stephanopoulos

Jo Anne Finicle

March 6, 2010

Kathy and family,

We are so sorry to learn of your recent loss. I remember so many people in Salt Lake City even after moving away 23 years ago. Cherish all the wonderful moments and may your Mother's memory be forever eternal.

God Bless,

Mike and Jo Anne (Mouskondis) Finicle

February 14, 2010

I'm sorry for your loss. Helen was a beautiful woman, our paths crossed on many occasions since my sister Phyllis was also married to a Kalivas boy. May the peace of the Lord be with you and yours.
Mary Lou Lake Vanderpool, Carlsbad, cA

Ira and Cynthia Popper

February 13, 2010

Helen is someone who shined the love and life of her Savior and Lord Jesus Christ. It was a joy to know her.

February 12, 2010

My thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow. I meet your Mother at last years Greek Festival, she was a lovely women someone I will remember.Sincerly, Peggy Medina Krall

Peggy Krall

February 12, 2010

My thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow. I meet your Mother at last years Greek Festival, she was a lovely women someone I will remember.Sincerly, Peggy Medina Krall

February 12, 2010

My thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow. I meet your Mother at last years Greek Festival, she was a lovely women someone I will remember.Sincerly, Peggy Medina Krall

Peggy Krall

February 12, 2010

My thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow. I meet your Mother at last years Greek Festival, she was a lovely women someone I will remember.Sincerly, Peggy Medina Krall

Lenny Hennekes

February 12, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. So many memories!!! They are all together again, playing cards laughing and talking. May her memory be eternal.

John & Lenny Hennekes

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