Marie Elaine Vasiliou

Marie Elaine Vasiliou obituary, Snow Hill, MD

Marie Elaine Vasiliou

Marie Vasiliou Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Burbage Funeral Home - Berlin on Oct. 14, 2025.

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Marie Elaine Vasiliou, age 83, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 9, 2025, in Berlin, Maryland. Born on February 4,1942, in Clarksburg, West Virginia. She is survived by her husband, Anthony Earnest Vasiliou, son, Christopher Anthony Vasiliou, daughter in law Sarah Anne Candeloro, grandson, Andrew C. Duley and fiancé, River Riley Schneeman, granddaughter Sarah Gabrielle Wasem, husband Kyle Wasem, and great grandchildren Nikolai, Dominik, and Issac Wasem, sister, Kay Ann Bowen, brother-in-law, Rodger Bowen, and sister, Carmon Anita Kulp.
Proceeded in death by her father, Carmen Rocco Bellotte, mother, Lena Insani-Bellotte, son Jason Earnest Vasiliou, and brother John Enrico Bellotte.
Marie is known by her family and friends as Elaine. A loving wife of 60 years, she wed Tony on March 17, 1965. They started a family and career in Wheeling, West Virginia. After many years of success in the hair salon and hospitality business, they moved to Ocean City, Maryland in the summer of 1985. Elaine and Tony found their second family at St. George Greek Orthodox Church. Where they served many roles in the church community over the years. Elaine's faith brought her guidance and comfort throughout her life. Described by those who know her as loving, funny, dedicated, and a no-nonsense approach to life. Elaine was dedicated to her work. She found great success as the E.R. registration manager at Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin, for over 25 years. Her dedication, leadership, and love for her staff are still felt after many years of retirement. After retirement Elaine dedicated her life to her husband and family and was also instrumental in the success of Seagull Disposal. Assisting her son and grandson in the daily operations of the business.
Elaine's love will always be cherished and never forgotten. Mom, we love and miss you. May you find eternal peace.
A Trisagion and Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at 11:00 AM, at St. George Greek Orthodox Church in Ocean City, Maryland. A public visitation will take place from 10:00 to 11:00 AM. Interment will follow at Garden of the Pines Cemetery in Ocean Pines, Maryland. Letters of condolence can be sent to the family via www.burbagefuneralhome.com. Arrangements are in the care of The Burbage Funeral Home.
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