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Penny Kahramanos planted 3 trees in memory of Fotena Portis
Tuesday, March 22, 2022
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We are very sorry for your loss. Our thought and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Lisa, Penny and Irene Kahramanos Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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The Ohio Guys posted a condolence
Thursday, September 29, 2022
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Tina. Our group of 6-8 guys from Cincinnati, Ohio US fly out of Hawk Junction mid-September every year, and stay in Wawa the Saturday night before our trip. Our stay always includes dinner and/or breakfast at the Embassy. Many years ago, Tina struck up a conversation (friendship) with us, and we all looked forward to seeing her each year. Sept. 2019 was our last trip pre-Covid, and the Embassy was closed for dinner. We came outside after dinner at another establishment, and Tina was getting out of her parked car out front. She knew the week 'the boys from Ohio' came each year and was driving by & stopped to see if we were in Wawa. WOW, what a surprise to see her and get one of her great big hugs, as if we were family. Needless to say, it was with much sadness to find out last week upon our stop in Wawa, that Tina had passed away. Her name came up several times on our 12+ hour drive up to Canada last week, in hoping we would get to see and talk to her. What a very special woman, thank you to the family for sharing her with us 1x a year, it meant more than you will ever know.
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Christina Portis Posted Sep 29, 2022 at 9:22 PM
Thank You so much for this lovely post! Our Mother talked about the boys from Ohio often. She kept a calendar of when her favourite customers would be in town so whether she was working or not she would make the effort to come and see you. I am sure that I also found all of your names written in a book. Thank You for your kind words. When you come back next year you will have to get in touch with me, Christina - I'd love to meet you all!
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Jack and Ilona Calwell posted a condolence
Friday, March 25, 2022
We were saddened at the news of Tina’s passing. She and Bill were so very kind to our mother, Mrs. Jurkjans. Mum always thought that she got such preferential treatment in the restaurant and loved it !
A couple of years ago, our granddaughter Caitlin VanDuzer and her boyfriend were travelling from Vancouver to Toronto and stopped into the Embassy. Caitlin was thrilled to get such a warm welcome from Tina once introductions were made.
Every time we visited Wawa we were always welcomed with a big hug and smile from Tina when we walked into the Embassy.
She always seemed delighted to see us and to catch up with our news.
Tina’s obituary illustrated how she was deeply connected and loved in her family. She will certainly be missed by her loved ones and by many people in the community ( including occasional visitors like us ).
So very sad....Ilona and Jack Calwell
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Tax Callianteris planted a tree in memory of Fotena Portis
Wednesday, March 23, 2022
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We are deeply sorry for your loss From Tax and Charlene Callianteris. Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Tax Callianteris posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 23, 2022
We are deeply sorry for your loss! Tax and Charlene Callianteris.
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Judy Scott posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 23, 2022
A huge loss for the town of Wawa – lots of memories of Friday suppers at the Embassy sitting outside the kitchen at Scotty’s special table with the boys
Watching Bill & Tina work together was a true example of a beautiful couple
The last time our paths crossed was at Agawa Crafts with Bill on his way to bring Tina to the airport for a trip to Greece & me on my way to Wawa to see my dad & as usual I got a big hug & kiss & just enough time for a fast catch-up conversation
A beautiful woman inside & out whose infectious smile radiated love & made everyone’s day a little brighter
Memories keep those we love in our hearts forever
Judy Scott & Jack Aitkenhead
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Karen VanDuzer planted a tree in memory of Fotena Portis
Tuesday, March 22, 2022
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Every visit to my grandparents Anton & Austra Jurkjans always included going to The Embassy. My family and I were always warmly welcomed by Tina. Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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A Memorial Tree was planted for Fotena Portis
Monday, March 21, 2022
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We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ the staff at Kerry Funeral Home Ltd. Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Monday, March 21, 2022
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