Maria Perakis nee Perisinakis, fell asleep in our Lord on September 9, 2022. Beloved wife of the late Vasilios Perakis. Loving mother of George (Sarah) Perakis, Soula Perakis, and Harry (Christine) Perakis. Proud Yiayia of Nico (Kelly), Jacob, Jamie, Joshua, Maria, Effie, and great-grandmother of Jordan. Cherished daughter of the late Panagiotis and Garyfalia Perisinakis. Dear sister, cousin, aunt, godmother, and friend of many who will miss her. Both Maria and Vasilios immigrated from Crete and were owners of Vincent’s North Restaurant in Chicago. Friends and family will meet Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at 10AM for visitation at Ascension of Our Lord Greek Orthodox Church, 1207 Riverwoods Road, Lincolnshire, IL with funeral service to follow at 11AM. The funeral service may be viewed live or recorded on Ascension of Our Lord YouTube channel. Interment Elmwood Cemetery, River Grove, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Maria’s name to the Greek American Nursing Home would be appreciated. Arrangements by Memory Eternal Funeral Directors, Ltd. 847-375-0095.
May her memory be eternal.
Our heartfelt condolences to the family. We will miss our sweet & loving Theia Maria. ‘Zoie se sas’.
May her memory be forever eternal.
I was saddened by the news of your passing whom you were affectionately known as Yiayia to us all. May God comfort your hearts- George, Soula, and Harry as well as for the entire family and friends. Rest peacefully.
You were so sweet and so funny and one of the best cooks ever. We will miss you dearly, Yiayia. Lots of love and prayers for the family.
I’m so deeply hurt by your passing, I will always remember you as a loving person of peace, understanding, patience, meekness and unity of the family. Love always.
My deepest condolences to the entire family on the passing of your beloved Mother & Grandmother 🕊
My dear and beloved aunt, so very close to my heart! I will not forget your kindness and generosity, your food, your embrace, your care, nor your last homecoming and meeting with your brother, and the eagerness with which you shared the old stories and enjoyed the eternal family bond, which bounds us all! Always in my thoughts!