In memory of

Penelope Sairoglou

March 21, 1939 -  October 4, 2019

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother and grandmother Penelope (Popi) at the age of 80. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, into God’s loving arms and to join her husband Lazarus, who she has missed dearly for these last 12 years. Loving mother to Mike (Debbie), Betty (George), Jim (Deanna), George (Sophie) and Maria (Adam). Proud “Giagia” of Zachary, Christopher, Alexander, Thomas, Andrianna, James-Lazarus, Penelope, Alexander, Olivia, Nicholas and Penelope. Popi left her small village in Nafpaktos, Greece at the age of 17 to start a new life. She was a young woman with big dreams and the work ethic to match. In 1965, she met the love of her life, Lazarus. It was a whirlwind romance, and soon they were back in Canada working hard and starting a family. Mom ran a very busy household raising five children and working as a seamstress. A woman of many accomplishments, her greatest pride and joy were her children and her 11 grandchildren, many of whom she helped to raise. Our home was always filled with the smells of great food and the laughter of friends and family. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Visitation will be held at THE ELGIN MILLS FUNERAL CENTRE, 1591 Elgin Mills Road East (South-East corner of Elgin Mills Rd. E. and Leslie) on Monday, October 7, 2019 from 2–4 p.m. and 6–9 p.m. A funeral service will be held in our chapel on Tuesday, October 8, 2019 at 10:30 a.m., visitation 1 hour prior, followed by internment. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Hellenic Home for the Aged or to the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada.

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Jim Tsatsos and Family (Close Friends)

Entered October 5, 2019 from Toronto

Our sincere and heartfelt condolences go out to the family! Popi we will miss you! You were a warrior and will be remembered for your hard work, loyalty and dedication to your family and friends. Kalo Paradiso!!

Raheel Ul Hasan (Work colleuge)

Entered October 5, 2019 from Markham

Heartfelt condolences to you jim and all your family members. May god give you all the strength and patience in this time of mourning.

Jason Coghlan and Eileen Wong (Friends)

Entered October 6, 2019

George: We never had the honour of meeting your Mom, but we can tell how wonderful she must have been just by knowing you. We reflect the best parts of our parents thanks to the loving way they raised us.

Sharing in your sorrow with love and friendship during this difficult time. We extend our deepest condolences to you, your siblings and your respective families.

Elaine Lorentz (Friend)

Entered October 6, 2019 from Aurora

Being of Canadian ancestry, I knew nothing of the Greek culture when I first met Penelope through her daughter and my daughter-in-law Maria. Penelope was a very kind and thoughtful friend who introduced me to her Greek home and customs at every opportunity. She was determined to teach me Greek; her lesson was, just say a Greek word five times and you’ll remember it always. My memories are many from harvesting bay leaves right from the tree, walking down to the village for fresh bread before breakfast to a walking history tour through Nafpaktos. Penelope was always spontaneous and full of life. She was the only person I knew that could dance with an opened, full bottle of wine on her head (and never spill a drop). I shall never forget my friend.

Carmen Ellul & Robert Herscovitch (Friends & Work Collegues of Maria Sairoglou & Adam Lorentz)

Entered October 6, 2019 from Richmond Hill, ON

May this express sympathy that words could never say.
Time ease Ssrrow and loving memories bring you PEACE always.

Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Carmen & Robert

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