Cleopatra Diamantes

Cleopatra Diamantes obituary, Paramus, NJ

Cleopatra Diamantes

Cleopatra Diamantes Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Vander Plaat Memorial Home on Nov. 20, 2025.

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Cleopatra Diamantes, (nee Krokondelas), 92, of Paramus, passed away on Monday, November 17, 2025. Cleopatra's life was shaped by the people she loved. A devoted homemaker, she created a warm, welcoming home where her family always felt cared for. She cherished her grandchildren, who filled her days with joy and pride. She found peace in her garden and expressed her love through the meals she lovingly prepared, turning everyday moments into lasting memories.
Cherished wife of the late Apostolos Diamantes. Beloved mother of James Diamantes and his wife Louise, and Peter Diamantes and his wife Anita. Loving grandmother of Christina, Jacqueline, Eleni and her husband Andrija, Christopher, and great-grandchildren, Roman and Viktor. Adored sister of Mary Televantos, Nicholas Krokondelas, and John Krokondelas. Predeceased by her daughter, Helena Diamantes, and siblings, Anthony Kallas, George "JoJo" Krokondelas, and Bessie Lopez.
Family will receive friends on Thursday, November 20, 2025 from 10:30 am - 11:30 am at St. Athanasios Greek Orthodox Church, 51 Paramus Road, Paramus, NJ, with a Church Service beginning at 11:30 am. Interment to follow at George Washington Memorial Park, Paramus, NJ.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Cleopatra's memory may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Judes Place Memphis, TN 38105. Please find link below.

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Vander Plaat Memorial Home

113 South Farview Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07652

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