GEORGE ZARAVINOS Obituary

Name: Visitation for GEORGE ZARAVINOS
Start: 2019-11-04T18:00:00.000Z
Location: St. Panteleimon Greek Orthodox Church

ZARAVINOS, GEORGE 1935 - 2019 On October 31, 2019, our hearts broke with the passing of George Zaravinos. He was born on September 18, 1935, in Perithori Arkadia, Greece. He was a beloved husband to Effie (Haros) Zaravinos for over 59 years and father of the late Anna, whom he is finally reunited with after 39 years. He is survived and cherished by: daughter, Tina Tzanis and her husband George and their two children, Deanna and Kosta; daughter, Kathy Tsiolis and her husband George and their three children, Billy, Georgie and Mariella; and daughter, Bessie Speranza and her husband Manny along with their three children, Stacey, Marianna and Lukas. He lost his sister Nikki (wife of the late Petro Floros) earlier this year and is survived by his sister Stathoula Katsiouris (wife of the late George Katsiouris) and his beloved brothers and their spouses Vassili (Katina) and Andoni (Gianna) Zaravinos. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, godchildren, cousins, koumbaroi and many friends from all over Canada, the US and Greece. George worked hard and accomplished so much and with great success. He always remembered how difficult life was for him and thus always helped as many as he could throughout his entire life. He will be missed for his vigilance, strength, articulate discussions, great advice, compassion, empathy and the extraordinary love he had for his children and grandchildren. He lived his life with dignity, grace and honour. His smile was infectious, his words were comforting, his strength was limitless, his generosity boundless and his love was unconditional. Friends will be received at the Elgin Mills Funeral Centre, 1591 Elgin Mills Rd. E., on Sunday, November 3, 2019 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held at St. Panteleimon Greek Orthodox Church, 11323 Warden Ave., Markham, on Monday, November 4, 2019 at 1 p.m. Interment at Elgin Mills Cemetery. Memorial luncheon to follow at The School Fine Dining, 4121 14th Ave., Markham. Donations may be made to Alzheimer Society of Ontario. Please visit www.etouch.ca A giant amongst men. A pillar within his community. A gentleman amongst loved ones.

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Published by Toronto Star on Nov. 3, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
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Cathy and George Ioannides

November 4, 2019

To Mrs. Zaravinos and our wonderful friend Bessie, Manny, Stacey, Marianna and Lukas and of course.. the extended friends we've had the privilege of knowing, Kathy & George, Tina & George and all your children. It is with a heavy heart that we have to find ourselves writing to our friends at the passing of their parents. it's so hard to believe they would ever not be here. and yet here we are. What a beautiful smile your father has. it is so clear he had an incredible zest for life. Like all landed immigrants, they came with nothing and yet created everything from love and family and hard work. No handouts, no expectations, just pure hard work - risk and reward. Their focus was always family and what a beautiful one he created. Such strong women... passing on his spirit and energy to their own children. such supportive son in laws as well who know that the Zaravinos family is big and beautiful!! My George and I are so happy we got to know your entire family through Bessie and Manny. I wish we knew your father more but I am CERTAIN that in every events/occasion where we get to be around all of you - we are definitely seeing your father in all you do. Stand proud. Time might numb the loss but we know it'll be difficult for some time. We are here for you as friends and forever look forward to hearing stories and memories to ensure keeping him alive here every day! Wishing you peace and love at this very difficult time. Rest in peace George... you done good :) your friends George Ioannides and Cathy Ciccolini

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Visitation

1:00 p.m.

St. Panteleimon Greek Orthodox Church

11323 Warden Ave, Markham, ON