Rosalie C. Spathanas

Rosalie (Calavritinos) Spathanas, born on November 10, 1935, in Lynn, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2026, at the age of 91. A lifelong North Shore resident, Rosalie called Lynn, Swampscott, Salem, and Beverly home throughout her life, spending her final years in Lynnfield. She was the beloved daughter of the late John Calavritinos and Helen (Papadopoulou) Calavritinos.

Rosalie dedicated 34 years of service to the Lynn Public School Department, where she built a distinguished career and retired in 1998 as Supervisor of Systems & Accounts. In addition to her career in education, she also held her real estate license for many years.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Rosalie found joy in the simple pleasures of life. She was an accomplished painter whose artistic talents brought her great happiness. She enjoyed playing Scrabble, spending time with family, and gathering together for special occasions. She was a woman of deep faith who devoted much of her life to her church and her religious beliefs.

Above all else, Rosalie's greatest joy and most treasured blessing was her family, especially her grandchildren, who held the most special place in her heart. Her love for them was immeasurable, and being their Yiayia was one of her greatest joys.

She leaves behind her loving and caring daughter, Lili Spathanas of Lynn; her son, Frank Spathanas, and his wife, Laura, of Swampscott; and her three cherished grandchildren, Angela, Nikki, and Christina Spathanas, all of Swampscott. She is also survived by her loving sister, Theodora Metrakas of Peabody; her beloved niece, Melina Tansey, and her husband, Rich, of Peabody; and their children, Victoria, Alex, and Julia, along with their spouses. She also leaves behind her former spouse, Peter Spathanas of Swampscott.

Rosalie will be remembered for her strength, her faith, her artistic spirit, her devotion to family,and her unmistakable personality. She was truly one of a kind. Her presence, warmth, and love will be deeply missed by all who were fortunate enough to know her. Though she may be gone from our sight, the memories she created and the love she shared will live on forever in the hearts of her family and friends.

Her visitation will be held in the St. Vasilios Greek Orthodox Church, 5 Paleologos St., Peabody, on Monday, November 23, 2026, from 9 - 11 AM. A Funeral Service will follow at 11 AM, with burial immediately afterward at Pine Grove Cemetery, Lynn. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Rosalie's memory to the "Raise the Cross" Fund at St. Vasilios Greek Orthodox Church in Peabody. May her memory be eternal. Αιωνία η μνήμη.