Despina Samariniotis Obituary

The passing of Despina Samariniotis of Chicago, Illinois occurred on September 30, 2026. Despina, born on May 18, 1930, shared life with family, friends, and community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Despina Samariniotis to show support.

She was predeceased by: her husband Nikolaos; and her siblings, Telemahos and Kostas Apostolos. She is survived by: her children, Kostas Samariniotis (Linda), George Samariniotis (Christina) and Eleni Giafis (Aris); her grandchildren, Nick (Liz), Kosta, Heather, Nicholas, Niko, Foti and Adored; her great grandchildren, Leonidas and Adrian; and her siblings, Soultana, Angie, Anastasia and George.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 6th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the St. Lazaros Greek Orthodox Chapel (9900 N Milwaukee Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016). A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, October 6th 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the same location. A burial will be held on Tuesday, October 6th 2026 at 12:15 PM at the Ridgewood Cemetery (9900 N Milwaukee Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016).

In lieu of flowers donations in her name to the Greek American Nursing Home 220 N. 1st Ave. Wheeling, IL 60090 or the Alzheimer Assoc., appreciated.