It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Photis Philos (Filargyropoulos), beloved husband and father. Born in Thessaloniki, Greece on August 6, 1946, he grew up in the Athenian suburb of Vyronas where times were difficult but the carefree camaraderie with the neighbourhood kids resulted in 70+ years of friendships. Friendship was important to Photis, which is why soon after immigrating to Toronto he changed his last name to Philos (meaning friend in Greek). The Leaside community will remember him for his 35 year career as the owner of Bell Jewellers, where he earned the nickname “the Mayor of Bayview”. Every customer was his friend. He passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on August 31, 2023. He leaves behind his wife of 47 years Georgia, daughters Theodora (Robert), Eleni (Babis) and Evangelia (Howard), his sister Marina (George), nieces and countless friends in Canada, Greece and the USA. May his memory be eternal.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Toronto Leaside Rotary Foundation (Toronto Leaside Rotary Foundation and sent to: c/o Mr. Bill Fitz, 112 Reeve Drive, Markham ON L3P 6C7), Canadian Cancer Society or New Visions Toronto (link on Make a Donation section of this page).