ANAST, Anna

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Anna Karagergiou Anast, of Kelowna, BC, passed away peacefully on the morning of September 11th, 2024. Born in Athens, Greece on April 23, Anna was a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, and devoted wife. Anna was the heart of her family and a cherished member of her community.

Anna met and married the love of her life, Chris, in 1972, who preceded her in death in 2022. They came to Kelowna and built a beautiful life together, full of family, friends, and legendary dinner parties. Anna dedicated her life to taking care of others with boundless love and selflessness. Her kitchen was always open and her meals, prepared with the utmost care, were a testament to her nurturing spirit.

Anna’s love was served on a plate and her home was a haven where no one ever went hungry or felt unloved. Anna’s legacy is defined by her extraordinary ability to make everyone around her feel special. Her devotion extended beyond her family to everyone fortunate enough to know her. She will be remembered not just for her delicious meals but for the warmth, compassion, and love she offered up so freely.

Anna is survived by her 2 children, Mikey (Lauren) Anast and Panos (Sevy) Anast, and four adoring grandchildren who carry forward her spirit and love. Her memory will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew her, and her legacy of love and care will continue to inspire all who were touched by her generous heart.

Afterglow

I’d like the memory of me to be a happy one.
I’d like to leave an afterglow of smiles when life is done.
I’d like to leave an echo whispering softly down the ways,
Of happy times and laughing times and bright and sunny days.
I’d like the tears of those who grieve, to dry before the sun;
Of happy memories that I leave when life is done.
– Helen Lowrie Marshall

Prayers:
Prayers, presided over by Father Chad Pawlyshyn, will take place on Friday, September 20, 2024, at 6:30 pm, at Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC

Funeral and Graveside:
The Funeral Service will be held on SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2024, at 10:00 AM, also at Springfield Funeral Home. After the service, the burial will be at Lakeview Memorial Gardens Cemetery, 2850 Dry Valley Rd, Kelowna, BC.

Reception:
Following the burial, at 12:00 pm, a reception and lunch will be held at Olympia Greek Taverna, 145 Hwy 33, Kelowna, BC.

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