Mrs. Vasilea Viola Panos
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Mrs. Vasilea Viola Panos

  • June 29, 1926 - February 1, 2012
  • Annapolis, Maryland
  • Hospice of the Chesapeake
    445 Defense Highway
    Annapolis, MD 21401
  • "Agia Anna" Philoptochos Society c/o Ss. Constantine and Helen Church
  • "Agia Anna" Philoptochos Society
    2647 Riva Road
    Annapolis, MD 21401
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“I will always remember how kind Mrs Panos was to me when I was a child and played at her house with Theano. She opened her warm home to me...Read More » ”
1 of 15 | Posted by: Janet Alexopulos - Annapolis, MD

“Aunt Vi was a wonderful, dear, sweet, giving and loving woman. We will always cherish our memories of her and extend our deepest sympathies to the...Read More » ”
2 of 15 | Posted by: Maria and Lynn Meredith - FL

“I met Viola 8 years ago at Fitness Forum Physical Therapy, she touched my life and was such a special person that she quickly became one of my...Read More » ”
3 of 15 | Posted by: Jennifer Kyritsis Balducci - MD

“To the Panos and Alvanos Family: Jerry and I were sadden to hear the passing of Viola. We want to extend our deepest heartfelt sympathy to you and...Read More » ”
4 of 15 | Posted by: Jerry and Diane Cerone - MD

“Dear Theano, Tina and Mike, We are so sorry to learn of your loss. Your mom was a sweetheart. May God comfort you and your family. ”
5 of 15 | Posted by: Dottie and Earle Myers - FL

“Theano and Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you. Viola will be mised by many. May she rest in peace in Gods hands. ”
6 of 15 | Posted by: Suzi Whilden - Riva, MD

“Dear Theano It seems like only yesterday we were together at college and i was coming to your house. Your mother was a special person.G-d should...Read More » ”
7 of 15 | Posted by: rhonda sharbani - miami beach, FL

“My prayers go out to the entire family that God may bring you comfort and peace during this difficult time. I feel it was an honor and a privilege...Read More » ”
8 of 15 | Posted by: Carol Jones - Annapolis, MD

“Dear Theano and Family I am so sorry for your loss. May her memory be everlasting in your hearts. God Bless Vicki and Nasi Khoshtinat ”
9 of 15 | Posted by: Vicki Khoshtinat - Riva, MD

“Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this sad time..... All your wonderful memories of times spent together will get you through! ”
10 of 15 | Posted by: Claudia Lynch and Family - FL

“My thoughts are with all the family. She is resting peacefully. I love the picture above. ”
11 of 15 | Posted by: Nick Apostol - Washington, DC

“Eternal be her memory...Praying for you and your family...you will see her again in a place of pure love... ”
12 of 15 | Posted by: Manny Pollos - Houston, TX

“So sorry for your loss. She was such a wonderful woman. ”
13 of 15 | Posted by: jen jefferson

“We are so sorry for your loss. May God give you peace and may memories of joyful times fill your heart. May her memory be eternal. Manny, Jody,...Read More » ”
14 of 15 | Posted by: Jody Pollos - Houston, TX

“Tina, Theano, Mike and families: we were so saddened to learn of your mother's passing. She was a sweet, kind and loving person, and will always...Read More » ”
15 of 15 | Posted by: Joan Lewis - Southborough, MA


Vasilea (Viola) Alvanos Panos died February 1.
Vasilea, the beloved wife of deceased Sotirios (Steve) Panos and daughter of deceased Gust and Theano Alvanos, was born in Pelope, Mytelene, Greece in 1926.
Vasilea, along with her parents and sister, Anna, arrived in the United States through Ellis Island in 1926. After living in Shippensburg, PA from 1926-1935, her family settled in Annapolis where her parents ran a business on Main Street prior to her father's death. Throughout her youth, she attended Anne Arundel Public Schools and graduated in 1944 from Annapolis High School.
She was employed at the Naval Academy Engineering Experimental Station until 1946 when she married Sotiri and began her family. Later, from 1961-1991, she worked for the Maryland State Income Tax Division, and in 1962, her husband and she opened the Edgewater Tastee Freeze which closed in 1982.
As a parishioner of Ss. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church in Annapolis, she taught Sunday School and served as a president of Agia Anna Philoptochos Society. She enjoyed volunteering on the numerous committees involved in baking and preparing for the church's festivals and dances. Viola's "taramosalata (roe) and finikia cookies" are her well known specialties. In 2008, the Philoptochos honored her and other members for 50 years of service with a donation to Anne Arundel Medical Center in which their names are posted in the lobby.
Viola was an active member of the Annapolis Ladies of the Elks Club #622. She loved playing with her grandchildren and great grandchildren and always had Greek pastries or sweets for them. She was an avid knitter, making caps for newborns at the hospital, and also enjoyed puzzles, old movies, and traveling. After church on Sundays, family and friends frequently gathered at her home to visit and enjoy her delicious cooking.
Survivors include her three children and their spouses: A daughter and son-in-law, Tina and Arthur Veves of Millville, DE; a son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Evelyn Panos of Arnold; and another daughter and son-in-law, Theano and Robert Platt of Annapolis. Her six grandchildren are Adam and Steven Veves, Andrea Panos Sewitsky, Steve Panos, Tiffany Platt Steigerwalt, and Derek Platt.
Viewing will be from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. with a Trisagion service at 7 p.m. on Friday, February 3, at John Taylor's Funeral Home, Inc., 147 Duke of Gloucester St., Annapolis. The funeral service will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, February 4, at Ss. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 2747 Riva Rd., Annapolis, with internment at St. Demetrios Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to "Agia Anna" Philoptochos Society c/o Ss. Constantine and Helen Church, 2747 Riva Rd., Annapolis, MD 21401, or Hospice of the Chesapeake, 445 Defense Hwy., Annapolis, MD 21401.