Vaso Sanichas “Vasiliki” Hepler
January 12, 1914 - March 31, 2008
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Vaso Sanichas “Vasiliki” Hepler
January 12, 1914 - March 31, 2008
Obituary
Hepler, Vaso Sanichas ‘Vasiliki,’ a long-time resident of Mission Viejo passed away March 31, 2008 of heart failure. She is preceded to heaven by her dear husband, Jesse, ‘Hep’; and her beloved daughter Teresa, as well as her siblings John and Georgia.
Vaso was born in Phoenix, Arizona and was active in the Greek-American community. She was a member of the National Honor Society. Her family moved to Los Angeles in the thirties. Vaso was crowned Miss Helen of Troy, Miss Olympiad and Miss Quartermaster Corps. She traveled the world with her U.S. Air Force pilot husband, a member of the First Air Commandos who was introduced to her by her brother John.
She is remembered for her: love of Christ, devotion to family, delicious cooking, warm hospitality, artistic and musical talents, sense of adventure, eye for beauty, extensive memorization of Bible verses and for never getting a traffic ticket.
She is survived by: her devoted daughters, Tina and Stephanie; her loving grandsons, John and Thomas Colby; her dear sister, Florence Peters and her faithful canine companion Smokey.
The trisagion service will be 4/8/08 at 7 pm at O’Connor Mortuary, Laguna Hills 949 581-4300. The funeral service will be Wednesday, 4/9/08 at 10 am at St. Paul’s Greek Orthodox Church, Irvine.
9 responses to Vaso Sanichas “Vasiliki” Hepler
Pam Gist says:
April 3, 2008
What can I say . . . It was a privilege to have known Vaso, and to have had the oportunity to visit with her so recently at Resa’s funeral. Even though it was a sad occasion and her grief was accute, she was extremely gracious and welcoming to those of us who are Resa’s old college friends. If we could all live such a full and spirited life, we would be truly blessed.
This seems so hard to bear for those who are left, and so soon after Resa’s departure. We are praying for strength and peace to overtake you as you walk through the next trying days.
Much love, Pam
Rebecca Tappy says:
April 3, 2008
Vaso was the most lady-like person I ever met. She was always so gracious and so welcoming to her daughter’s friends. I will always remember her for that and for her love of dogs.
Michael A. Fehner says:
April 4, 2008
With fond regard and in Vaso’s cherished memory, I send my thoughts, prayers, love and condolences to Tina, Stephi, John, Thomas and Florence during this most bittersweet passage in your lives. May the Lord keep you in His loving arms and support you through the journey ahead. God bless you all dear ones.
Fondly,
Michael
Alysha Stout says:
April 6, 2008
Tina and Family:
I’m so sorry for the recent loss of your mother Vaso. Although I didn’t know her, I saw her in church frequently. Tina, I’m so sorry you and your family has had to endure a second loss in such a short time. May God watch over your sister and mother and bless them now and always.
Carolyn Merritt says:
April 8, 2008
Dear Stef and Tina,
Forgive this hurried note of condolence to you both.
Your mom was sweet and generous, loving and kind. She welcomed all of us “sisters” as if we were her own. Her talents were many, her cookies delicious and her spirit indomitable. . .reflected in the spirits of the two of you!
She was so-o dear and I will miss her sweet smile!
Much love to you both!
xoxo
Carolyn