Eftihia “Effie” Pantelias, passed away on Christmas, a reflection of her deep love for Jesus. She loved life. She had a terrific, independent spirit and sense of humor. Effie cared for people through nursing and as a boutique owner in Athens, Greece. Her talents were many, from being President of the Athenian Club Sacramento Chapter to gardening, knitting, cooking and entertaining. She was very loyal to her friends. Effie is preceded in death by her husband, Hristos Pantelias, her sisters Helen Capstraw, Christina Papageourgiou and Stavroula Kouniakis. She is survived by relatives in Greece, Christina Capstraw Pappas, Dr. Conrad Pappas, grandnieces Elaine Pappas and Melina Pappas and several Godchildren. She loved animals and is also survived by her cat, Morris.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks for a donation to: Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church Building Fund. 616 Alhambra Boulevard, Sacramento, CA. 95816
Trisagion: Tuesday, January 11 at 6:00 p.m. Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church
Funeral: Wednesday, January 12 at 11:00 a.m. Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church
Interment: Wednesday, January 12 at 1:30 p.m. East Lawn Memorial Park, 4300 Folsom Blvd.
