1948 – 2023
It is with a heavy heart that we share the sad news that our beloved mother passed away on October 19, 2023. Following a major stroke and after a valiant fight, she passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at Hospice Vaughan. Devoted wife of Tom Grosdanis (deceased). Helen will be remembered by her loving daughters Lisa Grosdanis-Chiodo, wife of deceased son-in-law Joe Chiodo, Susan Porcarelli (Grosdanis), wife of son-in-law Adriano Porcarelli. She was a loving grandmother, affectionally known as Gagie to Nicholas, Justin, Alexia, and Andre. She was also a loving sister to Giannoula Aspiotis, wife of deceased brother-in-law, Alexandros Aspiotis, and brother Iosif Grammatikou and wife Katina Grammatikou. Helen was predeceased by her mother and father Soultana (Doumkos) and Vladimiros Grammatikou. Helen will also be forever remembered by her sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews, and dear friends.
The family will receive their friends at the Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street S (Hwy 50), Bolton (905-857-2213) on Tuesday afternoon 2 – 4 and evening 6 – 8 o’clock.
Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Wednesday morning, October 25 at 11 o’clock.
Interment Glenview Memorial Gardens, 7541 Hwy 50, Woodbridge.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice Vaughan.
Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
Effie Papadoulos
Our sincerest condolences to the family. You are all-in our thoughts
Mary Ientile
Dearest Lisa and Sue,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
To Nicholas, Justin, Alexia and Andre you were the loves of your Grandmother’s life. She constantly spoke very highly of her grandchildren. She was very proud of all your individual accomplishments. To Lisa and Sue your mother was very proud of the women you became.
To Adriano, she was very proud of you. To Joe she took care of you in your hour’s of need.
Take care of her in Heaven.
To Helen you were like a second mother to me.
You always gave me the best advice, never judged me and always treated me like family and a daughter.
Your smile and love will be missed immensely.
Heaven has gained another angel. Rest in eternal peace Helen with all my love until we meet each other again.
With love Mary
Mary Karakoukas
Our sincere condolences on the loss of this beautiful lady, she will be missed, May God rest her soul and memory be eternal.
Mary Karakoukas
Cathy Brown
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. She was always a bright light with her laughter and smiles. I always felt a special attachment to both of your parents and grieve with you.
Unfortunately I am out of country and will not be able to attend but know that my thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Ann Marie Landolfi
Adriano Sue and family
We are very sorry to hear about your moms passing. She was a lovely lady always smiling . I would enjoy our little chats when she was at your place. Praying that god gives you strength to get through this difficult time.
Love your neighbors Annmarie and Joe Landolfi
Cathy Brown
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. She was always a bright light with her laughter and smiles. I always felt a special attachment to both of your parents and grieve with you. This is a profound loss to the family and her absence will be deeply felt. Treasure your memories and keep them close, they will keep you warm when loss makes you feel cold.
Unfortunately I am out of country and will not be able to attend but know that my thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Anthony Melidy
With a heavy heart I offer my condolences to her lovely daughters Lisa and Sue. I wish the both of you and your families lots of strength at this difficult time. Our family spent a lot of time with the Grosdanis family when I was young. Helen was my favourite “aunt”. I feel blessed to have known her and wish I had spent more time with her.
Fanny and John D’Agostino
We were saddened to hear that Helen had passed away. She was a neighbour and was such a lovely lady when we would have a chat once in a while. Our Condolences to the family. Rest in peace Helen.
Peter Saieva
Helen will be deeply missed. So many summer chats outside. Helen was full of interesting stories and insights. Always smiling and willing to help. She was a woman of character and strength who placed family above all else. We will never forget you, Helen! Rest in Peace, reunited with Tom; you have earned it.
Kris
Dear Lisa and Susie,
I was so sorry to hear that your Mom had passed away. She was one of the most kindhearted, generous, hardworking and thoughtful person I’ve had the privilege of knowing – I regret not keeping in touch with her. Please know that I will always look back at working at your parents’ restaurant with very fond memories. She was an amazing woman. My deepest condolences to you both and your family during this difficult time.
Jennifer Adamson
My deepest condolences to Lisa, Susie and their children. Mrs. Grosadanis was a beautiful lady. She was my neighbour growing up. She was sweet and funny. May she rest in peace. The world has lost and wonderful person.
Carm Merola
To the Porcarelli and Chiodo families, our deepest condolences on the loss of your dear mother and grandmother. Gagie was a beautiful woman, and dear friend to us all. May her beautiful soul rest in eternal peace.
With love,
Tony, Carm, Victoria & Frank Anthony Merola
Anzu
I wish her a good time in Heaven and I will cherish the memories with her.
-Aura (Anzu daughter)
Bonnie and Gary Holloway
Our sincere condolences to Lisa, Susie and their families during this difficult time. Helen was an exceptional woman, so hard-working at Tom’s Family Restaurant in Caledon East for so many years and where we had the priviiege to meet her and where we became friends. Many afternoons were spent at the restaurant over coffee with the other members of “The Hen Club”. Helen was devoted to her family and took such great care of her grandchildren. We are blessed that we knew Helen as a friend and she will be sadly missed.
Suilan
I’m so very sorry for your loss, Sue. My deepest condolences to you and your family. May your mom RIEP