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Not Lost in Translation
Molly Conom
As a bilingual legal secretary, Molly Conom, interpreted and translated for her boss, attorney Gust Kostakos, who spoke only English which his Greek-speaking clients did not know.
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GREEKS ON THE STREETS – Greenwood Car Show, 2014
For the second year in a row, a significant Greek presence was seen at the Greenwood Car Show in Seattle, Washington, a mile and a half of classic and unusual vehicles and one of the best people-watching events in the state. Sponsored by the Juan de Fuca chapter of AHEPA, 15 vehicles, owned by Greeks and philhellenes, parked in front of Pete’s Eggnest where Pete and Voula Sideris graciously served breakfast and provided shade and water for the participants.
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A Dream Come True
George Rallis
From the time he was in the eighth grade, George Rallis wanted to be a football coach. His dream came true and he credits much of his success to a work ethic learned from his father. He and his brother John share their stories.
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Down by the Riverside
Thalia and Kiki Denos
West Seattle was home for a large number of Greek families when Thalia and Kiki Denos were growing up. Their family home was a center of activity for many friends and relatives.
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“As Greek as I can Get”
Pearl Pavlos
With both Belgian and Greek legacies, Pearl Pavlos chose the latter and has always seen herself “as Greek as I can get” with inseparable ties to her Greek Orthodox Church.
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The Giving Farmer
Panos Takis
In his youth, Panos George Takis (Tsiknes) learned to share what he had with others. He was taught the spirit of generosity on the family farm in Machias, Washington, which was a gathering place for many Greeks. Today he continues to help others in need.
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An Island Experience in Tacoma
John John and Voula Dodd
For sister and brother, Voula Dodd and John John, life in Tacoma included much of the culture and traditions of living on the island of Marmara.
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A Greek Village for Two
Petro and Colleen Farmasonis
Ask Petro Farmasonis where the best Greek food can be found in Seattle, Washington, and he will point to his own kitchen. From 1966 to 1979 Petro and Colleen Farmasonis operated Seattle’s successful Greek-themed restaurant, the Eleniko Horio, Greek Village.
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Rediscovering Greek School
JoAnn Tryfon
As a youngster in Tacoma, Washington, JoAnn Tryfon’s Greek school lessons did not stay with her. However, in her retirement years she has come to understand and appreciate what she missed as a child.
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Many Strangers, Two Little Kisses
Pauli Diafos
Pauli (Pauline) Cave’s name is interesting. Her given name, Polixeni, literally translated means many strangers and her first married name, Diafos, was originally Diafilakis or two little kisses.
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