Kalliope A. Safos

She was born in Houston, Texas on October 31,1956 to Apostolos and Eleni Safos. She is preceded in death by her father, Apostolos C Safos. Kalli is survived by her mother, Eleni Safos, sisters and brothers-in-law, Chrissy and Stathy Demeris and Maria and Benny Ringer, niece, Eleni Demeris, nephews, Andre Ringer and Niko Demeris, as well as her aunt Vaso Papandrianos and uncle Paul Hatzikyriakos, along with numerous cousins and a loving extended family.

Kalli graduated from Bellaire High School and attended The University Houston. She loved the beach, surfing, water sports, and travelling. After her accident, at the age of 22, her life took a different path. She handled all her challenges with grace, acceptance, and chose happiness. She had a mischievous sense of humor and enjoyed sharing it with her family. Not a day went by where she didn’t tell the people closest to her that she loved them.

Kalli’s legacy is best seen through the impact she had on her nephews and niece. As told by them, ”Kalli impacted people in a way that many couldn’t see at first glance. She allowed me to break down the wall of physical appearance and open my mind to who people truly are on the inside. My friends were always afraid of her due to her appearance, but I didn’t know her any other way, so it never phased me. It was this small shift in perception that allowed me to approach all people with an open mind and a desire to know who they are no matter how they may appear or any deficits they may have.

Although Kalli appeared unengaged at times, she was always watching and thinking. There was much more going on with Kalli than people ever understood. One of the many things we will miss is her laugh and the way she interacted with curious kids and adults. We all feel the void created by her physical absence, but are comforted by her strength, deep faith, and knowing that she is free from all her physical obstacles.

We are thankful and grateful for Kalli’s caregivers, who have now become extended family. They were caring and loving to all of us. Thank you, Leticia Rojas for 11 years of care and being there when we needed you most. Thank you Alicia Ajpacaja and Kelly Chamshama, as you both have made this difficult year a lot better. The three of you will forever be in our hearts.

Services will be held at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 3511 Yoakum Blvd., Houston, Texas 77006. On Monday February 3, 2020 Visitation at 9 am and Funeral service at 10am Immediately following the service, the burial procession will commence to Forest Park Lawndale.

In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral Alter Fund.