Florence George
March 29 1929 - May 9 2020
Services:
Funeral
Wednesday May 13th 2020 at 11:00 am
Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral
555 North High Street
Columbus
, Ohio
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Obituary
Florence (Peponis) George, age 91, Columbus, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2020, at Bickford of Scioto Senior Living, Upper Arlington, Ohio. Wife of the late James George. Florence was born in Cleveland, Ohio, the daughter of Anastasia and Nicholas Peponis. After graduating from West High School in 1947, she began to work for her brother, Dr. Tom Peponis in Columbus. After that, Florence worked in the family grocery stores for many years. Florence was an active member of the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Columbus, Ohio. Year after year she prepared food for the annual Greek Festival and volunteered in the church's bookstore. Florence also volunteered at the annual German Village Kiwanis Golf Outing to raise money for the Childhood League of Columbus as well as actively raised funds for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital (ALSAC). Throughout her life, Florence was well-known for her talent and creativity including her flair for fashion, her home decorating, and her Greek cooking. Her detailed memories of family gatherings, friends and world happenings were a treat for all who listened. One of her greatest joys was her role of YiaYia (grandmother), to Matthew, Zoe, Niko, Luka, in addition to her role as step-grandmother to Marc Hilton and step great-grandmother to Zachary Hilton. She was a loving thea (aunt) to her many nieces and nephews and a cherished friend to all who met her. Her memory will be eternal. Florence is survived by her children, Mark (Jenny) George, Matthew George, Paul (Linda) George, Anastasia (Jack) Lewis; grandchildren, James Matthew George, Zoe George, Nikola George, Loukas George; step-grandson, Marc Hilton; step great-grandson, Zachary Hilton; sisters-in-law, Louise Karam, Mary Lou Dover and JoAnn George; and many nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by brother, Dr. Tom Peponis and his wife Laverne Peponis; brother, Dr. Peter Peponis and his wife Gari Peponis; Joseph and Jenny Kourie, George and Bert George, Dr. Louis George, Dr. Norman George, Joseph Karam, James Dover and Bess Dover. Florence was forever grateful to the caregivers at Bickford Assisted Living and her Nephew and Doctor, Tom Peponis Jr. and Cousin John Passias. Her funeral will be held on Wednesday, May 13, 2020, at 11 a.m., in the Greek Annunciation Church. Due to restrictions, streaming service only through www.greekcathedral.com/live-video/. Burial will take place at Union Cemetery following the funeral. Memorial donations in lieu of flowers may be made to Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 555 North High Street, Columbus, Ohio. 43215 or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital https://www.stjude.org/donate. Condolences may be sent via www.johnquint.com. Arrangements entrusted with the JOHN QUINT TREBONI FUNERAL HOME, 1177 West Fifth Avenue, Columbus (43212).
Contributions
Contributions may be directed to any of the followingCondolences for Florence George
From : Evangeline R. Fouras
To : Family of Florence George
Date: May 11th 2020
Please accept my sincere sympathy for the loss of a very kind and gracious lady. I met Florence many years ago while preparing food for the festival and got to know her better through the church’ bookstore. May her memory be eternal.
From : Cherri George
To : Mark, Paul, Matt, Stasi and Families
Date: May 11th 2020
The world is surely a little grayer without Aunt Florence in it. In all of my childhood memories she is front and center. Her laughter and smile will never be forgotten. Nor her cooking! I’m glad she is at peace. Love to you all, my cousins.
From : Janet , Sherry , and our Mom
To : Mark, Matt, Paul , and Stasi
Date: May 11th 2020
We truly adored your beautiful mother . May God give the strength during this difficult time . Yia Yia will be greatly missed by her family .
From : Maritza A. Bonilla?
To : Family of Florence George
Date: May 11th 2020
Please accept my sincere condolence for the most kind woman I ever knew. May her memories be with us until the day we meet again. I loved my Yiayia.
From : Peggy Simon
To : The Florence George Family
Date: May 12th 2020
I was very saddened to read of Florences passing.
She was such a lovely person and will be missed
by her wonderful family and all who knew her.
My thoughts and prayers are with all.
Peggy Simon and Family
From : The Risk Family (Nancy Raymond and Noah)
To : Mark, Matt,Stasi and Paul [and families]
Date: May 12th 2020
Dear Mark, Matthew, Stasi & Paul,
Little did you all know that when Mark & Jenny married, all of us in Texas got a 2nd mother.
(& some [like Noah] were lucky enough to get another grandmother!) How blessed we were to have YiaYia in our lives, & how lucky we were to know & receive her love. So many wonderful memories. Thank you for sharing her with us. The world is a little bluer now. But heaven is rejoicing. Our thoughts & prayers are with you & yours at this very sad time.
Much Love.
From : Greg and Evelyn Luckenbill
To : Mark, Paul, Matt, Stasi and Families
Date: May 13th 2020
Heart felt love is sent to the entire family. Florence was a beautiful strong mother and friend she will be deeply missed. Her smile and memories will stay with us all.
Love to you all and our prayers are with you. Greg and Evelyn
From : Marika Gagas and Family
To : Family of Florence Geoarge
Date: May 15th 2020
Our deepest Condolences on the passing of Mrs. George. What a Beautiful lady inside and out. Our mother worked with Florence through the years...The 50 Plus, trips, fest prep. She worked endless hours as a devoted steward for her church. She will be missed as another pillar of our community.
MAY HER MEMORY BE FOREVER ETERNAL!
From : Bill and Dolores Thomas
To : Florence's Family
Date: May 15th 2020
To the whole George Family:
We are so very sorry to learn of Florence's passing. We always loved visiting with her at Family gatherings. She was always a delight to be with.
Our prayers are with all of you
From : Robert and Mary
To : Mark,Jenny, Matthew and Zoe
Date: May 15th 2020
We will always remember Yia Yia for her dedication to Greek Culture and for sharing her life long wisdom. It was always a pleasure to have a sit down conversation with her and leave with an improved understanding of life. We will miss you.