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Penny Vlahos

Posted By Egan Funeral Home On June 26, 2022 @ 5:34 pm In Bolton Area,Obituaries | 45 Comments

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                                            (1941 – 2022)  

Bolton – Penny Vlahos, 80, of Bolton went to be with our Lord Jesus Christ on Friday, June 24, 2022, at Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital, surrounded by her son and daughter.   Penny was the loving mother of George and his wife Jenn, Ephie and her husband George Housh. Proud grandmother ‘Yia Yia’ of Dustin, Kristen (Matthew), Jacob, Andrew, and Eli.   Born in Magoula, Sparta, Greece on July 28, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Leonidas and Barbara (Varvitsiotis) Vissas. Penny had two older brothers and four sisters. Penny was predeceased by her parents and all her siblings: Jimmy, Pete, Evgenia, Dina, Eleftheria, and Maria.  Penny came to Canada in 1963, and married Peter Vlahos in 1967, raising two children in Bolton. Penny and Peter were owners of the Bolton Drive Inn Restaurant for several years until they retired in 2006.   For those who knew Penny, she loved Jesus and she loved family. Penny always welcomed anyone with open arms and made them feel like one of her own grandchildren, she was Yia Yia to everyone. Penny always selflessly served her church family and those around her with unconditional love. You could always expect to be greeted with a hug and two kisses, one on each cheek. She will be remembered for her famous Greek cookies ‘Yia Yia Cookies’.   

The family will receive their friends at the Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street S., Bolton, on Thursday, June 30 from 1:30 until time of memorial service in the chapel at 3 o’clock.  Reception to follow at the funeral home for those who wish to gather and visit with the family.

The family invites those who wish to view the service to do so through live streaming with the following link:  

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You can watch the service on Thursday at 3 o’clock or any time after at a more convenient time for yourself.

You will be required to register for the service and then they will immediately send you an email with the actual link to the service.   Please check your junk or spam inbox if you don’t receive the email with the actual link.   If you experience any issues or have questions in regards to the live streaming, please feel free to contact Forget Me Not Ceremonies at 1-877-895-2739.   If you need to leave a message on their answering machine, they will return your call promptly.  

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the following charities, The Compassion Fund at Bolton The Well Church by following the link: 

https://thewell-communitychurch.churchcenter.com/giving?open-in-church-center-modal=true 

or ALS Society of Canada in support of Collin McKenzie and the McKenzie family by following the link:

https://secure.alsevents.ca/registrant/mobile/mobileTeamPage.aspx?teamID=981766&langPref=en-CA&Referrer=direct%2fnone 

Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com.


Condolences for the family of “Penny Vlahos”

Condolence from Foula Skaltsiotis on June 26th, 2022 7:36 pm

Dear Ephie, George & families

It is with a broken heart I read about your mom’s passing. I will always remember her smile and the smile she put on all of our faces.
The tickles she would give us brought us to uncontrollable laughter back in the day when we lived in the same house. Too many memories to mention.

Thinking of you all during this very difficult time. Our thoughts & prayers go out to all of you.
Our deepest condolences to the whole family. May she Rest In Peace
Foula & Bob Skaltsiotis xo

Condolence from Katie Hashimoto on June 26th, 2022 7:52 pm

I still remember the day that I met Yia Yia at the restaurant. She was the absolute sweetest! Sincere condolences and love to George and Ephie and their families. It’s been a few years but I certainly will always remember her kindness.

Condolence from Paolo baldassarra on June 26th, 2022 7:53 pm

My deepest condolences to the family.
Our prayers are with you.

Baldassarra family

Condolence from Goretti Medeiros on June 26th, 2022 8:16 pm

Our deepest sympathies to the family. Our thoughts are with you and may your happy memories give you peace and comfort at this difficult time.

Lou and Goretti

Condolence from Jim and Heidi sant on June 26th, 2022 8:55 pm

Ephie and family,
Brother George and family,
May your mother RIP she will always be remembered as a kind hard working lady at the restaurant in Bolton. Those unforgettable steak on a bun and three piece chicken. Thinking of you guys. Our condolences jim and Heidi Sant

Condolence from Maureen Bruce on June 26th, 2022 8:56 pm

A quiet, sincere woman, who loved her family. I remember her so fondly at the Bolton Drive-in. So many memories, hold them close.

Condolence from Esther Marculewicz on June 26th, 2022 9:13 pm

Condolences to your family. We loved Yiayia and we will miss her. We were blessed to have her with us and receive her loving hugs, kisses and cookies

Condolence from Angie Housh on June 26th, 2022 9:34 pm

I am so sorry for the loss of your mother
Ephie & George & loving grandmother.
She was always so sweet & kind & was
the Best Cook. Thinking of you

Condolence from Rob and Krista Voigt on June 26th, 2022 11:12 pm

George and Ephie,
You and your families will be in our hearts and thoughts.
You have our deepest condolences.
I have the fondest of memories of your mom. They make me smile and will continue into the future.

Condolence from Deira and Rob Roberts on June 27th, 2022 7:38 am

Penny was such a sweet lady. She made everyone feel important and loved. That is a rare quality that will be greatly missed.

Condolence from Deborah Fisk on June 27th, 2022 8:26 am

Our deepest sympathy Ephie and George and family. Stephen and I got to meet your mum at a few church events. She was a wonderful, kind, giving, prayer filled woman. Praying for you all in this time of grief and separation. May God fill your heart with peace.
((Many youth will always remember Yaya’s cookies))

Condolence from John Tsourounis on June 27th, 2022 8:56 am

A beautiful gentle soul my condolences and love to the family and friends of Thea Penny may she Rest In Peace

Condolence from Barbara Rotter on June 27th, 2022 9:31 am

My condolences for your loss. Our sweet gentle Theia… May her memory be eternal.

Condolence from Mani and Family on June 27th, 2022 11:55 am

My deepest condolences to the family.
She will be with god and will guide you in the future.
May god give the family courage and confidence during this difficult time.

Condolence from Beverly Morton on June 27th, 2022 12:44 pm

George, Ephie and families, I am so sorry to hear of Penny’s passing. She was a lovely lady. May all your wonderful memories over the years carry you through this loss.

Condolence from Sue-Ann (McQuoid) Vanderpol on June 27th, 2022 1:35 pm

George, Ephie and families. So sorry to hear of Penny’s passing. She was such a gentle soul. I have many wonderful memories of her.

Condolence from Marnie Singleton on June 27th, 2022 1:41 pm

George,
To you and your family, may all your wonderful memories bring you comfort at this time.
Marnie Singleton

Condolence from Wendy Wilson on June 27th, 2022 1:41 pm

Sending my heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathy to George and his family. Praying for you that the Holy Spirit gives you peace and comfort during this challenging time. May the memories you have with her, live forever within your heart.

Condolence from Ron & Julie Housh on June 27th, 2022 2:01 pm

Yiayia will always have a very special place in our hearts! She was the most loving and caring person; she always had her arms open in greeting with amazing hugs and a kiss on both cheeks ! And always wrapped up cookies for me to take home 🙂
George and Ephie and your loved ones; we are thinking of you all as you hold all your wonderful memories of your mother close to your hearts and know you will get to see her again as we trust in God’s promises !

Condolence from Jassal family on June 27th, 2022 2:16 pm

Sending our deepest condolences to the Houshes and the Vlhaos family
Penny will be sorely missed.she was such a loving person and so open to anyone who needed help.it is a tragedy that we have lost her.but she is at peace now with Jesus and that’s our only consolation.we wish the two families well and hope god grants them the courage to carry this loss

Condolence from Christina & the DePalma Family on June 27th, 2022 3:03 pm

Sending our deepest condolences to the Housh Family. Penny was a treasured friend and will be missed greatly. God’s love is a light that can reach all corners of the earth. Lend your worries to Him and know that you are loved. We are praying for you in your grief.

Condolence from Tammy Downey on June 27th, 2022 3:16 pm

Ephie, George and family,
Our deepest condolences on the passing of your Mom. Lots of fond memories of her at the restaurant.

Ross & Tammy Downey

Condolence from Dave on June 27th, 2022 4:44 pm

Penny will be missed,
She is with peter now
Effie let me know
If there is anything you need
Dave Fuller
Fullerfredrick8 @gmail.com

Condolence from Dave on June 27th, 2022 4:49 pm

Peter and penny was very good
To all customers at restaurant
And i will miss the talking
With penny and peter,they were so
Good to me , forever in my heart

Condolence from Krista Lloyd on June 27th, 2022 4:56 pm

Ephie, George and families. My deepest condolences on the passing of your Mom.
Thinking of you all.
Krista Lloyd (Venning)

Condolence from Joy Croft on June 27th, 2022 5:13 pm

George, Ephie and family, our deepest condolences to you on the passing of your Mother.
Gord and Joy Croft

Condolence from Tony Poldrugovac on June 27th, 2022 5:42 pm

Dear Ephie, George, and family.

We wish to express our deepest sympathies to the family. May you have
the peace and comfort knowing that to be absent from the body is to be
present with the Lord. I met Penny a few times over the years. She always
made me feel welcome with a big hug and smile.

Poldrugovac family

Condolence from Melony Patrick on June 27th, 2022 9:55 pm

I met Penny at church, however when she introduced herself to me she said to call her Yia Yia. She told me that everyone calls her that. She made me feel at home and greeted us every Sunday with a smile. Sending our condolences to her family at this time of loss. She was loved by everyone.
God bless. Sending love and prayers.
Melony Patrick and Family

Condolence from Moffatt Family on June 27th, 2022 10:51 pm

Our sincere condolences to the Vlahos family, many happy memories, as regular customers at the restaurant, Penny always greeted you with a smile and a hello. God bless at this difficult time

Condolence from Diane Killam on June 28th, 2022 9:15 am

Dear Ephie, George and families. I am so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. My sincere condolences to you all. She was such a sweet, sweet lady. She gave the best hugs and kisses to so many of us. She will be missed. Keep those memories of her close. I’m sure you have many.

Condolence from Janet McCormack on June 28th, 2022 3:14 pm

Ephie, George and family…
Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Yia yia…you can see from the posts here…she was very well loved❤ hugs to all.

Condolence from Jeff Pervanas on June 28th, 2022 4:36 pm

Dear Ephie and George,

Our deepest condolences on the passing of your mother.

She was kind-hearted, thoughtful, and a wonderful lifelong friend. She will be greatly missed.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.

Pervanas Family

Condolence from Alma Laderoute on June 28th, 2022 4:57 pm

I will always remember this sweet lady with respect it was a pleasure knowing her . Deepest condolences from the Laderoute families

Condolence from Ken Graham on June 28th, 2022 5:43 pm

To George, Ephie,, Peter and families.
I got to meet the Vlahos family when teaching rwo of the nicest students you could meet- George and Ephie. They meant everything to Penny and she smiled with pride when I met her. I feel sorry for your loss of such a kind, friendly and humble lady that so many people admired. Ken Graham

Condolence from Sharon Flood on June 28th, 2022 8:06 pm

George,
This should bring a smile to your face. Remember when you had to make a video for your English class and it was called “Suck ’em up Paper Towels”? You had a great audience with Lesley’s relatives watching your team (Gaynor Rogers, Mike Weber, Lesley Flood and George) film at our house. Everyone was laughing so hard, in fact, so hard that you, George, had to duck below the kitchen sink so you weren’t laughing in the recorded video!! Those were some good times. We send you peace at this time (along with some giggles).
With condolences,
Sharon, Kelly, Lesley and Michael Flood

Condolence from Collin and Lori McKenzie on June 28th, 2022 9:52 pm

Dear Ephie and George,
We are so sorry for the loss of your Mother who we fondly called Yia Yia.
She was the most selfless person we knew who always helped others first. Even while Yia Yia was suffering with cancer she was so concerned about Collin’ ALS and our family . We will forever miss our prayer warrior here on earth but now we have an angel in heaven praying for us.
Our thoughts and prayers are with both your families at this difficult time.
Love from the McKenzie family.

Condolence from The McLean Family on June 29th, 2022 7:31 am

George, Ephie and your families,

So sorry to hear about the passing of your mom.
Cherish the memories of your mom and Yia yia.
On a lighter note, Rob cherished your mom’s roasted potatoes with lemon in the hour between school and work at Zehrs, lol!! Thank you Penny

Rob and Jen McLean, Bill and Lynne McLean

Condolence from Jennifer Gillespie on June 29th, 2022 5:26 pm

Dear Penny, how I will miss you. We shared a home for so many years, I remember the laughs we had together when watching the old black and white movies (Fred Astaire etc.) on Saturday nights. I am still using the great Greek recipes you taught me. A thoughtful, gentle soul, lovingly remembered.

Sincere condolences to Ephie, George, Jenn and your respective families.

With love and blessings.
Jennifer

Condolence from Ashley & Christian Andersen on June 29th, 2022 5:42 pm

I was saddened to hear of your passing Penny. I was grateful of your kindness and support to my mother and our family over the years, you will be missed. I would also like to relay a message from my nephew, Christian. He had many prayers sent to him from you through his Granny, Jennifer, they helped him through some difficult times.

Deepest sympathy to Ephie, George and families.

Fondly Ashley and Christian Andersen

Condolence from Brian and Lynn Miller on June 29th, 2022 6:02 pm

From the first time your mother opened the door of her house to us we were family! I will miss her smile, her double cheeked kiss and her Greek accent. She was so very proud of both her children and was a wonderful, loving yaya to her grandchildren.
We will miss you, Penny, but we know that one day we will see you again! Praise Jesus!

Condolence from Colleen Lawlor on June 30th, 2022 10:42 am

George, Jen, Eli and family,

We Share with you in your grief and send our heartfelt condolences in the passing of your beautiful mother. We also share in the celebration that she is with her Lord and Saviour well, free and praying at total peace until you meet again.

Sending our love and prayers to you all as you heal and celebrate her.

Condolence from Voula Tsoutsouras on June 30th, 2022 8:19 pm

Dear Ephie, George, and families,

Our deepest and most heartfelt condolences. Theia Potoula will always hold a very special place in our hearts.

With all our love,
Voula and Sotiris

Condolence from Mike & Judy Lewis on July 1st, 2022 10:06 am

George & Ephie and family,

Our deepest and heartfelt condolences on the passing of your mom. I cherish the memories of visiting your house and restaurant and always receiving an incredibly warm welcome from both of your parents.

Thinking of you all,

Condolence from Cam Lindsey on July 2nd, 2022 5:28 am

Penny and Peter were our beloved “work neighbours” in the Bolton plaza for many years as our office was next door to their restaurant. Penny was a sweet lady with a welcoming smile. She will be missed by many. Condolences to the whole family.

Condolence from Elyse Chan on July 5th, 2022 5:40 pm

Ephie, George and family,
Our deepest condolences. We remember your mother as always having a quiet smile on her lovely face and such a gentle manner with everyone. Our hearts are with you.
Elyse, Rich and girls

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