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Pauline Vangos Obituary
WORCESTER - Pauline "Polixeni" (Bistas) Vangos, 83, of Worcester passed away Sunday, December 2nd, 2012 surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her beloved husband of 60 years, Donatos Vangos; two sons, Christos D. Vangos and his partner, Stephanie Giddens, of Worcester and Angelo D. Vangos of Charlton; two daughters, Maria D. Brann and her husband, Daniel of Mashpee and Georgia D. Loukas and her husband, Spiros of Vancouver, B.C.; a brother, Pashalis Balaskas of Worcester; her sister, Frederiki Tzoumas and her husband, Petros of Athens, Greece; eight grandchildren, Cecily Brann-Eurenius and her husband, Scott, Evan Brann, Yiana and Ross Loukas, Stacey and the late Joseph Vangos, Kaylen, William and Daniel Vangos; two great-grandchildren, Jaedyn Eurenius and Stasia Brann and numerous nephews and nieces. She was predeceased by her brother Christos Bistas.
She was born in Worcester, the daughter of Vasilios and Anastasia (Gogos) Bistas. She grew up in Greece, returning to Worcester after her marriage at the age of 24. She worked at Table Talk Pies, then Polixeni and Donatos owned and operated Vernon Pizza for over 40 years. She was an active member of St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Cathedral, its Seniors Group, the Ladies Philoptochos and the Daughters of Penelope. She was also a past member of the Pan Epirotic Society. Polixeni helped many people and touched many lives with her caring and compassionate nature.
Her funeral is Thursday, December 6th from O'CONNOR BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 592 Park Avenue with a service at 11:30 a.m. in St. Spyridon Cathedral, 102 Russell Street. Burial will follow in Hope Cemetery. Calling hours are Wednesday, December 5th from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, P. O. Box 4527, New York, NY 10163.
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Mike Peters
December 23, 2012
My old friend Chris , I am so sad to hear this. Your Mother was loved by all and her memory will be cherished.
God Bless her and your whole Family …may she rest in Peace.
--Mike Peters
December 7, 2012
My condolences to the Vangos family. She was always so kind.
Nina Tsantinis
tim strom
December 7, 2012
Chris, Stacey, and the Vangos family, So sorry to hear the loss of your Mom and Grandmother. She accomplished much and left a great legacy and tought you well, she left many good memories hopefully to help ease the pain of such a loved one. God Bless You All
Helen Pagonis-Figueroa
December 6, 2012
My Dearest Friend Chris, Mr. Vangos, and Family, I am truly sad to hear of your mom passing, I will always remember her sweet smile and kind heart. I was Heartbroken when I heard and very very sorry ...My Condolences.
December 5, 2012
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Marianne (Gatzogiannis) and Barry Bellemare
December 5, 2012
Chris, Angelo, Maria, and Georgia,
What an inspiration your Mom was to so many by her faithfulness and, indeed, her life. A real lady in the true sense of the word - with grace and compassion. I'm sure her love will continue to live within those who knew her. May her soul rest in peace in the presence of God who sustained her throughout her life. Our hearts hurt to learn of her passing but also smile with the many thoughts of kindness she was able to bring to so many people - whether they were family, friends, church members, or pizza customers. Yes, Vernon Hill lost a true patriot. We send our deepest condolences from across the miles to the entire Vangos family.
Vernon Hill
December 5, 2012
To the vango's family,Im so sorry to hear about the passing of your mom, she touched so many of our live's growing up Vernon Hill, your family was part of all of our households in one way or another May she be at peace you're in my thoughts and prayers.
Juliana Buscarino
December 5, 2012
Angelo, Georgia , and Vangos Family, I have very fond childhood memories of your Mom from the pizza place. She was a great soul and she was always very nice to me and my brother. God bless,
Juliana (Gallagher) Buscarino
Dorothy (Lukason) McCabe
December 5, 2012
The Vangos Family, I am truly sorry to hear of your mother's passing. A lot of my childhood memories involved going to Vernon Pizza and talking with your Mom or Dad who were always friendly and interested. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.
December 5, 2012
Angelo and Family, we are sorry to hear about your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you. John and Sue Tarasiak
December 5, 2012
Our deepest sympathies to the Vangos Family. May her memory,love,and dedication remain forever with.She will not be seen but felt wherever you go.Sending our love,Helen&Dorothy Loukas
Kristina Andrade
December 4, 2012
Dear Maria and family, we were very sorry to hear your mom had passed, you all are in our thoughts and prayers, god rest her soul.. Love Kevin and Kristina and family
December 4, 2012
Paul im so sorry for the loss of your sister. I know how much you loved her and she will be missed..She is in God's hands now at peace..Brenda Williams-corey
December 4, 2012
Dear Vangos Family,
So very saddened to hear of your moms passing. Both she and your dad were so very good to us as kids and continued to do so as we entered into adulthood. May the fond memories that we all have help to ease your pain. Mrs Vangos, may you rest in eternal peace.
Sincerely,
Cheryl Nishan-Brennan
December 4, 2012
Mr Vangos,Georgia,Maria, Chris and Angelo Reading of your mothers passing brought tears to my eyes. I had alot of great memories of your Mom growing up. She was a great lady. My heart goes out to all of you.So sorry for your loss. Kathy (Etre) Lawrence
Carol McGuirk
December 4, 2012
So sorry to read of Mrs. Vangos passing. I have many haooy memories of her in the pizza parlor. All our love. The McGuirks
Lemonia Mironidis
December 4, 2012
Angelo, Georgia and Family,
Our prayers and thoughts go out to all of you. Vernon Pizza and the family will always be in our thoughts. May her memory be Eternal.
Lemonia Mironidis & Janice Kopacz
Mike Bonder
December 4, 2012
Chris, Angelo & Family, we're so sorry. We've lost a good person and a piece of history from Vernon Hill.
Joanna Koulisis Price
December 4, 2012
My heart is very saddened by the loss of Mrs. Vangos. I will pray for strength for all of her children that were a huge part of my childhood. Rest in Peace Mrs. Vangos you are home now with our Lord our GOD.
Julie (Foley) Miller
December 4, 2012
Growing up, one of our big treats was to walk to get pizza at Vernon Pizza. Part of the treat was to see your mom and dad's beautiful smiles! She always asked about my family and to this day, holds a warm memory in my heart. Peace in your loss.
Mark Skiesto
December 4, 2012
To Angelo & Vangos Family
My prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Dianna Kaplanes, DPG
December 3, 2012
I always considered Pauline a friend. She was a devoted member of The Daughter's of Penelope, Theano Chapter 122, as well as very generous to the Chapter. Her kind and smiling face will be surely missed at our meetings and our group functions. Her memory will be forever eternal in our hearts.
Andrew Stratis
December 3, 2012
Dear Chris and family, I am so sorry for your loss. She was a great woman but first a great mother who loved her family so very much.
Phil Malitas
December 3, 2012
To the Vangos family
I'm deeply saddened by your loss..,my prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Michelle Tower (Berry)
December 3, 2012
Dear Chris and family I am so sorry for your loss you are in my thoughts and prayers Msy your Mom rest in peace Love Michelle
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