Vassa Mallin

Peacefully in her 87th year, surrounded by family. Beloved wife of Evan “Blage”. Loving mother of sons Dan (Kathy), and Lou (Mary). Devoted Baba to Evan (Sarah), Tanya (Adam), Sandra (Kyle), Mike, Greg, Katie, and Lauren. Stara Baba to Brandon and Anna. Predeceased by her parents and brothers Anastasios, Mike, Jim and Boris Kotsopoulos. Survived also by brothers Angelo (Niki), Telly (Mary), sisters-in-law Evgenia, Frances, Jean and Gitsa Kotsopoulos, Helen (Gus) Rappos, Evdokia (Mike) Rombis, brother- in-law Mike (Menka) Mallinos, and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Heartfelt thanks to the staff of the Scarborough General Hospital ER, Oncology, GI and Palliative services. She and Evan recently celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary and their 61st anniversary of arrival in Canada. Once established they opened their door to welcome into their home many relatives new to this country. She led by example with her dedication, hard work, determination and generosity. She nurtured and helped raise her grandchildren with pride and love.

Resting at the Jerrett Funeral Home, 660 Kennedy Rd., Scarborough, On. Visitations on Saturday, April 14 from 1- 6 pm and Sunday April 15 from 1-6 pm. Service at St. Nicholas Orthodox Cathedral, 77 Craiglee Dr., Scarborough at 11 am on Monday April 16. Burial at Pine Hills Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Pancreatic Cancer Canada or the charity of your choice.