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Eugenia G. Makricostas

  • February 28, 1935 - July 30, 2011
  • Weirton, West Virginia
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“I am so sorry to hear of your grandmothers passing! I am unable to stand in lines so I did not come for that reason but know that my thoughts and...Read More » ”
1 of 24 | Posted by: Mary Velegol - Weirton, WV

“Dean and family,You have my deepest condolences for your loss ”
2 of 24 | Posted by: Lee Libengood - Weirton, WV

“Dean, Eugenia, & family: So sorry for the loss of your mom so young.....praying that the Lord will keep you lifted up now & in the coming months. ...Read More » ”
3 of 24 | Posted by: Jim & Linda Cladias - Weirton, WV

“Dean&Eugenia&Family So sorry to hear of you loss Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family ”
4 of 24 | Posted by: Tom&Sharon Anderson - PA

“Dear Dean, Eugenia, Jim, Peggy & Family, We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. She was certainly dedicated to our church and faith...Read More » ”
5 of 24 | Posted by: Nic & Cleopatra Barone - PA

“To Dean & family, With our deepest sympathies to you and your family for your loss. You will be in our thoughts & prayers. Memory Eternal. ...Read More » ”
6 of 24 | Posted by: Sam Bruich - WV

“Jim Dean and Family, So sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. She never failed to give a greeting over the fence and ask about the family. I...Read More » ”
7 of 24 | Posted by: Walter and Sharon Bish - Weirton, WV

“May you and your family find your peace. ”
8 of 24 | Posted by: Rick Kolman - Weirton, WV

“Jim, Dean and families, We are so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Please accept our sincere sympathy at this sad time. We'll keep you in...Read More » ”
9 of 24 | Posted by: Sam & Chris Greco - Colliers, WV

“Attny. Dean & Family, Our prayers & thoughts are with you. May the God of all comfort, comfort your hearts at this time of bereavement. God Bless...Read More » ”
10 of 24 | Posted by: Rev. & Mrs. Craig A. Smith - OH

“Jim, Peggy, Eugenia, & Anna, Our deepest sympathy to you all and the entire family. Sincerely, Steve, Sherry & Emily Zatezalo ”
11 of 24 | Posted by: Steve, Sherry, & Emily Zatezalo - WV

“Our sincerest condolences to the family for an exceptional women who realized the importance of faith and love, not only for her family, but for her...Read More » ”
12 of 24 | Posted by: michael kellis - chagrin falls, OH

“Jimmy and Deno. I am so sorry to hear about your mom I have very found memories of her many years ago. Sending prayers to you and your family ”
13 of 24 | Posted by: Kathy Majoris Casto - Weirton, WV

“Dean,Jim, Eugenia,Kalliopi & Families. It is with deep sorrow that we learned your mother passed away. The All Saints congregation has lost a...Read More » ”
14 of 24 | Posted by: Steve& Heidi Psaros - Weirton, WV

“Jim and Dean and families, Your mother was a very kind and special lady and we are sorry to learn that she has passed. Be content to know that she...Read More » ”
15 of 24 | Posted by: John & Elaine Echelle - Navarre, FL

“Eugenia, Dean and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of loss and sadness. May she Rest in Peace. Chris,...Read More » ”
16 of 24 | Posted by: Michelle - Weirton, WV

“Dean, Eugenia, George, Kalliopi & family, Many thoughts and prayers to all of you. Find comfort in your memories and the bond you had. We are here...Read More » ”
17 of 24 | Posted by: Sherry and Frank Pierce - Weirton, WV

“Jim, Peggy and girls, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept our deepest condolences. May God Bless you all. Although it’s...Read More » ”
18 of 24 | Posted by: Amanda Brandenburg - Weirton, WV

“Eugenia, Dean and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of loss and sadness. May you find some peace in knowing that others...Read More » ”
19 of 24 | Posted by: Margie Skidmore - Weirton, WV

“Dean and family, We are so sorry for your loss. We will continue to pray for you and hope that you find peace knowing that she is in a better...Read More » ”
20 of 24 | Posted by: Frances Y Spencer - Weirton, WV

“Jim and Dino I'm so sorry to hear about your mother. She was a wonderful friend to our family. ”
21 of 24 | Posted by: kathy alatis evans - OH

“Dear Jim, Dean and family, I took care of your mother many times at Dr. John's office. She was such a sweet, kind lady and you boys were so...Read More » ”
22 of 24 | Posted by: Shirley Poland - Weirton, WV

“I'm so sorry. My thoughts are with you and we all have very fond memories to cherish.Marie Keeley ”
23 of 24 | Posted by: Marie Keeley - Annapolis, MD

“We are going to miss your mother. Our prays and thoughts are with you ”
24 of 24 | Posted by: mike karavolos - WV


Eugenia G. Makricostas, 76, of Weirton, WV, passed away Saturday July 30, 2011, at the Weirton Medical Center, in the presence of her family. She was born February 28, 1935, in Kardamyla Chios, Greece, a daughter of the late Costantinos and Despina Madias. She was preceded in death by her husband, George J. Makricostas; a brother, Paraschos Madias; brother in law, Nick Difonis, and a nephew, George Difonis. She came to the United States in 1957 when she married her late Husband George J. Makricostas. Eugenia was a homemaker until her final breath, and cherished her family and friends. She always stressed values to her children and grandchildren, and would always ensure that her family followed the Greek Orthodox Faith, and the importance of obtaining an education. She celebrated life through her sons, James and Dean, but mostly through her grandchildren, Eugenia Anna, George, and Kalliopi. She was so loving and proud of her family, heritage, and faith. One of her proudest moments was when she watched her first born grandchild Eugenia graduate from Weir High and go to college. Her grandchildren George and Kalliopi would always address her as "Mana: and her favorite saying was "Opu Georgis Ke Malama." She was a member of the All Saints Greek Orthodox, Weirton, WV and the Stavros Orthodox Church in Kardamyla, Chios, Greece; a longstanding President of the Kardamylian Society, and a member of the Philoptochos Society. She leaves to cherish her memory two sons, James (Pelagia) and Dean (Eugenia) Makricostas; grandchildren, Eugenia, Anna, George, and Kalliopi; sister, Maria Difonis; a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews, nieces, and many friends. Visitation will be Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the All Saints Greek Orthodox Church, 3528 West Street, Weirton, WV. Additional visitation will be held Wednesday from 10 AM until the 11 AM funeral services at the church. The Reverend Father Frank A. Milanese will preside. Interment will follow at Chestnut Ridge Cemetery, Florence, PA. Memorial Contributions may be made to the All Saints Greek Orthodox 3528 West Street PO Box 128 Weirton, WV 26062