Dear Brother Archons and Friends of the Ecumenical Patriarchate,
It is with profound sorrow that I share the news that our beloved, respected, and admired Regional Commander, Archon Inspector John V. Kassimatis, fell asleep in the Lord earlier today. I have spoken with his beloved son, Archon Founder Bill Kassimatis, in Europe, and on behalf of all of us extended our heartfelt condolences to Alexandra, John’s beloved wife, and to the entire Kassimatis family.
Archon Inspector John, a New York Port Authority officer, was among those caught in the collapse of the Twin Towers on September 11, 2001, where he worked to save lives and pull victims from the devastation. He later contracted one of the grave illnesses linked to 9/11, which he bore with great dignity and courage. On September 25, 2014, the Archons hosted a dinner in his honor, during which our hero spoke with deep emotion about that dreadful day on which the world was forever changed. Archon Kassimatis was invested with the title of Depoutatos on March 9, 2003.
On behalf of the Archons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate, we express our deep sympathy to his entire family with abiding faith in our Lord and Savior and with hope in His resurrection!
“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.”–Timothy 4:5-8
Ζωή σε σας… Ζωή σε μας…
Dr. Anthony J. Limberakis
Archon Grand Aktouarios
National Commander
Visitation
Wednesday, June 17
4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Greek Orthodox Cathedral of Saint Paul
110 Cathedral Ave
Hempstead, NY 11550
Funeral
Friday, June 18
9:15 am – Archons are requested to gather in the Narthex for the funeral procession into the Cathedral wearing Archon Cross, Double-Headed Eagle, Lapel Rosette and FOUNDER Pin.
9:30 am – Funeral Begins
Greek Orthodox Cathedral of Saint Paul
110 Cathedral Ave
Hempstead, NY 11550
Followed by procession to Cutchogue Cemetery.
Donations
In lieu of flowers, the Kassimatis family would appreciate donations in John’s memory be made to The Greek Orthodox Cathedral of St. Paul’s Building Expansion Fund.
