In memory of

John Diamantouros

December 1, 1938 -  October 10, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father, John Diamantouros, who passed away peacefully at home on October 10th, 2025, in his 86th year.

He leaves behind his devoted wife of 60 years, Eleni (Psihopedas), his loving children, Roula (Stanley Tsimicalis) and Peter (Sia Makris), and his cherished grandchildren, Peter, Alaina, Yianni, and Charlie. He will also be deeply missed by his many cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends. John was predeceased by his siblings Dimos (Kanella Giannakopoulos), Georgia (George Xanthakos), and Christos.

John will be remembered as a kind, wise, witty, and hard-working man deeply devoted to his family and immensely proud of his roots. He led by example, consistently placing others before himself and living with quiet strength and humility. His love for his grandchildren, his garden, and his Greek heritage shone brightly in all he did. A lifelong learner, John was rarely without a book in hand, especially on subjects like history, philosophy, genealogy, and his beloved village of Arahova (Karyai). When he got his first iPad, it opened a whole new world for him fuelling his curiosity and bringing endless joy as he explored new ideas, stories, and connections.

His legacy is one of love, wisdom, and unwavering integrity, a life well-lived and deeply cherished by all who knew him.

Rest in peace, beloved husband, father, papou, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. Kalo Paradiso!


In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made in his name to:


Kidney Foundation
https://kidney.akaraisin.com/ui/generaldonation/donations/start

or


Adelphotis Arahoviton “Ai Karyai” –
via eTransfer to: Karyaitoronto@yahoo.com or
by cheque to:
Adelphotis Arahoviton, c/o Greek Community of Toronto, 30 Thorncliffe Park Drive, Box 1108, Toronto, ON M4H 1H8

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Λευκή Καρκαλατου (Ξαδελφη)

Entered October 13, 2025 from Ελλάδα

Ο θεός να ανάπαυση τη ψυχή σου Γιάννη μου και καλό παράδεισο να εχεις.
Τα συλλυπητήρια μου σε όλη την οικογένεια , στην Ελένη κουραγιο και δύναμη.

Τζίνα Καρκαλατου (Niece)

Entered October 13, 2025 from Greece

My condolences to θεία Ελένη, Pete, Roula and to your families. Stand strong and remember him always. A great person who was kind and had a special smile . May he rest in peace.
Love,
Gina Karkalatou and son Panos

Pitsa Kerhoulas (Friend)

Entered October 13, 2025 from Greenwood, S. C.

So sorry to hear about the passing of John. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May he rest in peace and his memory be eternal.

Natasha & George Panagopoulos (Friends of Roula and Peter)

Entered October 13, 2025 from Toronto

We have many memories of your Dad telling stories about Turkey hunting among other things! He was such a dedicated family man, always there for his family and Grandchildren. When we first came to Canada, he felt like a very anchoring force that reminded us of our own family in Greece. We would see him every day when he would come to pick up Yannis and Charlie from the John Wanless bus stop and he’d always say hello.
Wishing you all a lot of peace and strength and may his memory be eternal - Τα θερμά μας Συλλυπητήρια xxx
George & Natasha

Harry Nicholas (Lifelong friend)

Entered October 13, 2025 from Toronto

My deepest sympathies to the family. John was a great man. I knew him all my life. RIP Theo.

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