ATHAN J. VRENTAS

1963 - 2016

ATHAN (ATHANASIOS) J. VRENTAS Athan (Athanasios) J. Vrentas, 53, Overland Park, Kan., passed away peacefully in his home with his family by his side on November 4, 2016. Athan is survived by the love of his life, Athena, his wife of 24 years; two sons, Yianni and Niko, through whom his legacy lives on; and his parents, Maria and John Vrentas of Overland Park. Born May 18, 1963, in Kansas City, Mo., Athan was the only child born to Maria and John Vrentas. He received his Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Kansas and his Juris Doctor Degree from the University of Missouri Kansas City. He was an attorney who was Board Certified to practice law in both Missouri and Kansas. Athan's life was exemplified by his strong Orthodox faith, respect for others, family values and determination, which were instrumental to enduring his illness. His family, friends and loved ones are invited to attend a visitation from 6-8 p.m. with the Trisagion service at 7 p.m. Wed., Nov. 9, at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, 12001 Wornall Road, Kansas City. Funeral Service will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 10, at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church. Interment will follow at Mount Moriah Cemetery. A luncheon and celebration of Athan's life will follow at Tasso's Greek Restaurant. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church Building Fund. Arr.: Park Lawn Funeral Home, (816) 523-1234.