Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Maria Karalis. She passed away peacefully on April 10th, 2024, at the age of 85. She was a loving mother to George (Carmela) and Gus (Anna) Karalis. Loving γιαγιά to Vanessa and Stephanie Karalis. Survived by her brother Taso (Tasoula) Kotsirilos. Loving aunt to her nephews George (Bessie), Gus, and Chris (Katerina) Kotsirilos.
Maria was a dedicated member of the church community and always found peace in her faith. Throughout her life Maria made many sacrifices to support and raise her two sons. She faced every challenge in her life with strength, bravery, and resilience. She was known for her amazing cooking and baking. Her granddaughters were her biggest joy and brought her so much happiness. She had the biggest heart filled with so much love and kindness. She touched the heart of all the people she met. She will be greatly missed by her family and many friends. She is sitting in heaven watching her Wheel of Fortune.
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In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Heart and Stroke or Holy Trinity Panagia Grigoroussa Greek Orthodox Church. Donations to the Church may be made with cash to the church directly.
Visitation
April 21, 2024
Cardinal Funeral Homes - Bathurst
02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
April 21, 2024
Cardinal Funeral Homes - Bathurst
06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Service
April 22, 2024
Holy Trinity Panagia Grigoroussa Greek Orthodox Church
10:00 AM
Please do not park directly in front of the church as the funeral vehicles will take priority.
Burial
April 22, 2024
Mount Pleasant Cemetery
11:45 AM
Arrival time is estimated and is subject to change without notice. Please do not park directly in front of the grave as the funeral vehicles will take priority.
