We announce with profound sorrow the passing of George Kalogris, who departed this life peacefully on June 13, 2024, in Lindsay, Ontario, at the age of 83, following a valiant fight against cancer.

Born in Kakouri, Tripolis, Greece, on December 24, 1940, to Demetrios and Photine Kalogris, George emigrated to Toronto, Ontario, at the tender age of 17, embarking on a journey to build a new life. He married his beloved Sophia on May 19, 1961, and they shared a deeply devoted union until her passing in 2009. Known for his unwavering faith, profound love for family and friends, and an ethic of relentless hard work, George was a pillar in his community. His dedication shone through whether he was at the helm of his restaurant or bolstering his children's entrepreneurial efforts.

Predeceased by his siblings Eleni, Konstantinos, Demetrios and Katherine, George leaves behind a loving family who will cherish his memory. He is survived by his children: Abbess Nectaria Kalogris of The Holy Theotokos Convent, Stouffville, Ontario; Panagiota “Betty” Kochergin and her husband Seraphim of Marlborough, MA, USA, and their son George; Demetrios “Jim” Kalogris and his wife Maria of Maple, Ontario; and Athanasios “Tom” Kalogris of Lindsay, Ontario. He is also survived by his sister, Konstantina Gouskos, of Athens, Greece.

Friends and family are invited to visitation on Sunday, June 16, 2024, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Holy Theotokos Convent, 4369 Faulkner Avenue, Stouffville, Ontario. The funeral service will be held on Monday, June 17, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. at the same location. Following the service, a memorial meal will be served, and then the funeral procession will proceed to Pine Hills Cemetery, 625 Birchmount Road, Section 28, for his final resting place.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Holy Theotokos Convent for the construction of a new church in honor of St. John the Russian, a saint for whom George held great reverence.

May his memory be eternal!