In memory of

Anna Lafazanis

March 29, 1937 - May 1, 2024

Anna Lafazanis
(nee Vagenas)
1937 - 2024

Anna died May 1, 2024, surrounded by love. She battled till she could no longer.

Married to the late Constantinos Lafazanis, Mama to Antonis (Ghislaine Beckers), Nikolaos (Jenny Poulos) and Mary (Jim Aspiotis), Giagia to Connor, Isabelle, Alyssa, Gabrielle, Peter and Lukas, sister to the late Paraskevoula, Eleni, Stavroula, Dimitrios and Dimitra.

Anna was born in Karya, a Greek mountain village. She arrived in Canada as a 19-year-old. She lived a full and happy life, keeping family close.

The viewing is on May 8, 4:00 to 8:00 pm, Pine Hills Cemetary, 625 Birchmount Rd. Funeral Mass (Litourgia) will be held May 9, 10:00 am at St. John Greek Orthodox Church, 1385 Warden Ave. Burial at Pine Hills follows.

Funeral will be livestreamed. Link will be made available on this page.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Michael Garron Hospital at this link: https://mghf.akaraisin.com/ui/memorial/p/annalafazanismemorial

LINK TO LIVESTREAM: https://www.youtube.com/c/StJohnChurch/live

Guestbook

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Craig Pinnock (Daughter's Friend)

Entered May 4, 2024

To Mary and family, we are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of your mother, Anna. Her strength, resilience, and unwavering love for her family left an indelible mark on everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. She will be missed, though forever loved.

In this time of sorrow, it is essential to remember the joy she brought to those around her. Her full and happy life was a testament to her resilience and the bonds she forged with family and friends. May her memory be a source of comfort and inspiration during this difficult time.

Please accept our heartfelt condolences.

The Pinnock Family

Ioannis Bakagiannis (Roommate)

Entered May 4, 2024 from Toronto

Theia you were so kind, spirited and funny, you lit up the room you were in. Always bringing people together unconditionally. I'm gonna miss your thoughtful comments and your daily updates when I come back home.

Love you in this life and the next,
Your roommate Ioannis

Vivian Pasquale

Entered May 4, 2024 from Toronto, ON

Our condolences to the entire family. Theia Anna was truly a remarkable lady, and her presence will be deeply missed. Sending you lots of love during this difficult time❤️

Evan Vagenas (Aunt)

Entered May 6, 2024 from Scarborough

May she rest in peace!

Tom Haralampidis (Close family friend)

Entered May 7, 2024 from Scarborough, ON

We will dearly miss our beloved thea Anna. Our deepest condolences to the family. May she rest in peace.

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