Maria Karagiannis, nee Kosmas (91), passed away April 29, 2014 in Virginia. Beloved mother of Alex (Katherine), honored grandmother of Christopher and Marianna, dear sister-in law, aunt, cousin, friend and neighbor.
Maria was born in Karitsa, Greece in 1922 and immigrated to the U.S. in 1958. Widowed wife of Christoforos Karagiannis (d. 2002), they enjoyed 50 years of marriage.
Member of the Daughters of Epirus, Sopikis Society, and St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church.
Maria adored her son, daughter-in-law and grandchildren. She loved to cook, garden and help others. Her spirit was indomitable.
Funeral from HOFFMEISTER COLONIAL MORTUARY, 6464 Chippewa at Watson, Mon., May 5, 9:15 am to St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, for 10:00 am service. Interment St. Matthew Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, Assumption G.O. Church or Educational Progressive Brotherhood Sopikis.
VISITATION SUNDAY, 4-8 pm with Trisagion Service 7:00 pm.
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