All Obituaries

Nicholas Argyropoulos, 95, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and dedicated cobbler, passed peacefully on July 4, 2026.  Born in Thessaloniki, Greece, Nicholas later immigrated to America to build a new life for his family.  He brought with him a relentless work ethic and warm, magnetic personality.  A true “People person,” he never met a stranger and could strike up a conversation with anyone.  He spent his entire life mastering the art of shoe ...

Nickolaos G. Pappas passed away peacefully on June 18, 2026 surrounded by his family.  He is survived by his beloved wife Fotini (Bligiannos), his children  George (Maria) and Irene, and the apple of his eye, his grandson, Nikolaos. Nickolaos, or Nick as he was called most often, was born in Demati, Ioanninon, in the spring of 1944 to George and Maria nee Angelis.  He was the youngest of five siblings growing up in difficult times at the end of World War II and the start of ...

Mary George Mallas (nee Costalas) of Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, formerly of Springfield, Pennsylvania, passed away on June 12, 2026, in the company of loved ones. Born on April 20, 1933, she grew up in Philadelphia, the daughter of Greek immigrants, and remained deeply connected to her heritage throughout her life. She spent many summers in Chios, Greece, with relatives, a place that became part of the foundation of her family story. Mary met her beloved husband, George Mallas, on the ...

Barbara Helene (Simonian) Hagopian passed away peacefully in her home on June 17, 2026, at the age of 99. Barbara was born on August 24, 1926, in Buffalo, New York, to Heripsime ("May") and John Simonian. She was raised in a loving Armenian family and carried the values of faith, service, and devotion to family throughout her life. On July 17, 1949, she married Sam Hagopian of Niagara Falls, New York. Together they built a life centered on family, community, and entrepreneurship. ...

Maria "Mary" Zafiropoulos (nee Mackrides), age 84, of Hobe Sound, Florida, formerly of Springfield, Pennsylvania, peacefully ascended to heaven on June 2, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on March 6, 1942, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Mary was a loved daughter of Harry and Despina Mackrides. She lived a life defined by love, faith, kindness, generosity, and devotion to her family. Her warm spirit, unwavering strength, and caring heart touched all who knew ...

Ramona M. Bender (née Fantini), a beloved mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2026, in Wynnewood, Pennsylvania, at the age of 79. Born on October 10, 1946, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Mona was the daughter of Margaret and Eugene Fantini and grew up in Overbrook alongside her brother Gene and sister Linda. She attended West Catholic Girls High School in Philadelphia, where she began forming the foundation of her devout faith and compassionate spirit that ...

Anthony Owen Bacon was born on a snowy day, November 30, 1960, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to the late Leonard and Gwyneth Bacon. He died unexpectedly on May 31, 2026, surrounded by family and friends. Anthony was raised in a loving, blended family and lived almost his entire life in West Philadelphia, a neighborhood he loved. It also was the perfect neighborhood for the large and diverse Bacon family. Informally, he was educated on the streets of West Philly and in the woods surrounding ...

Anthony J. Vraim, born Anthony J. Vraimopoulos, 77, passed away suddenly on May 20, 2026, at his home in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Born on July 11, 1948 to the late John and Christina (Matsios) Vraimopoulos.  Anthony, Tony to most, was an extremely patriotic American, and equally proud Greek American. He ensured to educate his children of their family lineage, from freedom fighters against the Turks, to their coming to the United States; founding multiple businesses in Wildwood, ...

Laraine Kazanjian-Ballard, 68, of Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at home on May 23, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. A devoted wife, loving mother, doting grandmother, cherished daughter, supportive sister, adoring aunt, and a treasured friend, Laraine’s loss is felt deeply by her family and the countless people whose lives she touched. Laraine was the second of five daughters born to Florence and the late Edward Kazanjian. After attending Marple Newtown ...

Peter Paone, a Philadelphia artist, educator, and mentor whose work appeared in some of the world’s most prestigious museums and galleries, died on Thursday, May 14 after a brief illness. He was 89. He is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Alma Alabilikian, his brother John (Terri), and many family members, colleagues, and dear friends. Born to Italian immigrant parents and raised in South Philadelphia, Paone showed artistic exceptionalism from an early age. He began drawing and ...