Theodora Constantine

Theodora Constantine

Theodora Constantine Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Riverdale Funeral Home, Inc. - New York on Jul. 31, 2025.

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Theodora "Loula" Constantine (82), a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on July 20, 2025. She was born in Manhattan and raised in Jamaica, Queens, by her cherished parents, Angelena and Anthony Skouras. Loula grew up in a home filled with laughter, warmth, and the comforting aromas of traditional Greek cooking. Her upbringing instilled in her a deep love of family, faith, and generosity-values she carried throughout her life.

In 1965, Loula married Gus Constantine, with whom she shared more than four decades of loving partnership until his passing in 2006. Together, they raised their three children in Mamaroneck, NY, where Loula made their home a true haven-filled with love, tradition, and open-hearted hospitality. Her door was always open, her table always full, and her phone constantly ringing with calls from the many people whose lives she touched.

Loula was a lifelong and faithful member of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church and a devoted member of the Philoptochos Society. Her deep faith and unwavering commitment to service were the cornerstones of her character.

Her greatest joy came from being "Yia Yia" to her eight beloved grandchildren. Whether offering encouragement, sharing stories, or simply showing up with unconditional love, Loula was a constant and nurturing presence in their lives.

She leaves behind a legacy of kindness, strength, and boundless generosity. Loula is survived by her three children: Angela Demos (Brian), Michael Constantine (Sarah), and Valerie Katsoris; and by her treasured grandchildren: Elena and Sofia Demos; Gus, Anna Theodora, and Elizabeth Constantine; and Christopher, Kelly, and Cole Katsoris. She is also survived by her beloved siblings: Katherine Kiafas (Eleftherios) and George Skouras (Janet).

Her memory will live on in the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing and loving her.

The family will be receiving friends on Thursday from 10:30 AM-12 PM at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 10 Mill Road, New Rochelle, NY, with Funeral Service at 12 PM

Interment will then follow at Mount Hope Cemetery, 50 Jackson Avenue, Hastings-on-Hudson, NY.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church,10 Mill Road, New Rochelle, NY 10804 https://www.holytrinitynr.org/donate or Rheumatology Research Foundation https://www.rheumresearch.org/.

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July 24, 2025

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July 23, 2025

Simone Lutz posted to the memorial.

July 31, 2025

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Diane Bardy Zafiros

July 24, 2025

I will always remember Loula as a young, beautiful, happy person filled with joy and fun. Life changes and moves on but love endures. May her memory comfort you. My very deepest condolences to Angela, Michael, and Valerie, and to your families and to all those who loved her. I am so sad to hear of her passing. Diane Bardy Zafiros

Simone Lutz

July 23, 2025

Dear Angela, Michael, and Valerie,
Loula had a beautiful smile, a generous spirit, and a loving heart. She will be greatly missed by all of those who loved her and were loved so deeply by her. We send our deepest condolences and love to you and your families.
May her memory be eternal.
With love,
Titsa and your cousins

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