Christina P. Maskaleris

Born in Patras, Greece, Christina grew up in Brooklyn, NY with her parents, John and Panayiota Poulos, and four siblings. After graduating from Queens College with degrees in education, she taught elementary school on Long Island. Christina met Milton Maskaleris at Penn State University and after marrying in 1959, they settled in Greenwich where they later raised their son Elias (Eli). Christina joyfully taught elementary school for decades in both Stamford and Greenwich. She and Milton celebrated 43 years of marriage until his passing in 2003.

Christina lived life to the fullest. During her young adult years, she travelled to Cuba, Greece, and other European countries. Always in the mood for a party, she loved cooking for large family gatherings and was an expert baker of pies and Greek pastries. Later in life, Christina enjoyed travelling and taking day trips, visiting the beach, and being an adoring Yia Yia to her granddaughter.

Christina is survived by her son Eli (Ann) and granddaughter Alyssa; sister Jeanette McManus; brother-in-law James Plackis; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, husband, sister Ann Plackis, and brothers Harry and Ernie Poulos.

Calling hours will be on Thursday, February 26, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. at Leo P. Gallagher & Son Funeral Home, 2900 Summer St., Stamford, followed by a funeral service at 10:00 a.m. at The Greek Orthodox Church of the Archangels, 1527 Bedford St., Stamford. Burial will follow at Putnam Cemetery, Greenwich.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Greek Orthodox Church of the Archangels in Stamford, the Perrot Memorial Library (for children’s books and resources) in Greenwich, or a children’s charity of choice.