ALIPHTIRAS, Demetre (Jim the Greek), Born February 21, 1931 in Greece. Passed away peacefully on June 26, 2011 in V.G.H. surrounded by his loving family. He will be sadly missed by his family; wife Antonia, sons Ari (Georgia), George. Grandchildren Demetra and Anthony. Demetre will also be missed by other relatives and friends in Canada and Greece. From the age of 16 Demetre learned the skills to become a well respected finishing carpenter. Family and carpentry were his life-long passions. Prayers will be held on Wednesday, June 29th, 2011 at 7:00 pm at St. George's Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 4500 Arbutus Street, Vancouver. Where a funeral service will be held on Thursday, June 30th at 11:15 am. Reverend Demetrios Partsafas offiating. Burial to follow at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Burnaby. Condolences and tributes may be sent to the family by visiting www.mountpleasantfuneral.com
Arrangements under the direction of Mount Pleasant Funeral Home, Vancouver, BC.