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Tulla Poteres

March 8, 1956 - December 11, 2021

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Visitation
SS. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Cathedral
8000 Madison Street
Merrillville, IN 46410
Tuesday 12/14, 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Trisagion Prayer Service at 7:00 PM.

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SS. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Cathedral
8000 Madison Street
Merrillville, IN 46410
Wednesday 12/15, 10:30 am

Presvytera Tulla Poteres, nee Terpinas, age 65, fell asleep in our Lord on Saturday, December 11, 2021. Beloved wife to Reverend Father Theodore Poteres, loving mother to Nicholas (Niki) Poteres and Presvytera Toni (Father Chris) Mihalopoulos. Proud Yiayia (grandmother) to Eleni, Luke, Teddy, Theo, Alexander, and Paul Nektarios. Cherished daughter to Mary Jane Terpinas and the late William Terpinas Sr. Dear sister, aunt, and Godmother to many who will miss her. Visitation will take place on Tuesday, December 14, 2021 directly at Ss. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 8000 Madison Street Merrillville, Indiana 46410 from 2:00pm – 8:00pm with Trisagion Prayer Service at 7:00pm. Funeral service will take place at Ss. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Cathedral on Wednesday, December 15, 2021 beginning at 10:30am with luncheon to follow at the church. Private, immediate family only, interment at Ridgewood Cemetery in Des Plaines, Illinois.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Ss. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Cathedral in honor of their Helping Hand Fund.
Arrangements by Geisen Funeral, Cremation & Reception Centre: 219-663-2500
May Her Memory Be Eternal.

Visit Tulla’s online guestbook at www.GeisenFuneralHome.com

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Visitation
SS. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Cathedral
8000 Madison Street
Merrillville, IN 46410
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Tuesday 12/14, 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Trisagion Prayer Service at 7:00 PM.

Service
SS. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Cathedral
8000 Madison Street
Merrillville, IN 46410
Map
Wednesday 12/15, 10:30 am

Presvytera Tulla Poteres, nee Terpinas, age 65, fell asleep in our Lord on Saturday, December 11, 2021. Beloved wife to Reverend Father Theodore Poteres, loving mother to Nicholas (Niki) Poteres and Presvytera Toni (Father Chris) Mihalopoulos. Proud Yiayia (grandmother) to Eleni, Luke, Teddy, Theo, Alexander, and Paul Nektarios. Cherished daughter to Mary Jane Terpinas andContinue Reading

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Natalie Wierzbicki left a message on April 11, 2022:
I wish blessings and prayers always upon Tulla and upon all her family . She was my neighbor and I went to school with her son Nick . She was the nicest lady and we visited her every Halloween for the best candy! May she rest in paradise. She will be missed.
Nanci left a message on December 24, 2021:
You left a beautiful footprint of love in so many hearts. May your loving memory help to bring peace to your precious family and loving friends.
Nancy Tuzzolino left a message on December 22, 2021:
Just learned of Tulla's passing. Condolences to all her family, including Tina and Bill.
Julie Leavitt left a message on December 21, 2021:
I am so sad to hear about Tulla's death. We danced together in high school. Her joyful spirit matched her spirited and beautiful dancing. I can feel her loving and giving personality right now. Comfort to her family in all ways.
Rachel Cuff Newkirk left a message on December 20, 2021:
Tina....so sorry to hear about the passing of your sister. I remember her helping with our variety show when we were at Niles North Jr. High. Sending you prayers from Texas.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Kris Livek left a message on December 20, 2021:
Tulla was a good friend of mine in high school. We were involved in all the different music and theatre activities. Have many good memories, May you rest in peace Tulla. Condolences to the family.
Carlo Cacioppo left a message on December 19, 2021:
Oh Tulla, oh what a sweet and gentle nature you had. Now you are with your pop. May you sleep with the angels.
Debby Cacioppo left a message on December 19, 2021:
Prayers for her family
Debby Cacioppo left a message on December 19, 2021:
Prayers for her family
Debby Cacioppo left a message on December 19, 2021:
Prayers for her family
Maria Blase Pifke left a message on December 15, 2021:
May her memory be eternal ? ?
Sue Kowalski Furman left a message on December 14, 2021:
I am saddened to hear of the passing of Tulla. My condolences to her family and friends. Many people knew Tulla as a child in Niles. I am including a Facebook link to a post on the Niles page that contains many comments from those who remember her. She was well loved. https://www.facebook.com/groups/318625594488/posts/10159723339044489/?comment_id=10159726058484489&notif_id=1639414450757829&notif_t=group_comment&ref=notif
Mickey and Mary Ellyn Kostelnik left a message on December 14, 2021:
With our deepest sympathies. Keeping all Mrs Tulla's loving family in our thoughts and prayers. Such a kind, wonderful dear soul, Mrs. Tulla.
Nikki Pavlides left a message on December 14, 2021:
My deepest condolences to you Fr. Ted and your family. May her memory be eternal
Alyssa Kaplan left a message on December 14, 2021:
May your memory be eternal Momma Tulla.
Arthur COHEN left a message on December 14, 2021:
Father Ted and family. Just heard. So sorry for your loss. Too soon... is always too soon. Will be in touch.
Debbie Juris left a message on December 13, 2021:
Deepest condolences to the family.
Gina Focosi left a message on December 13, 2021:
I knew Tulla in grammar and high school in Niles. I was so sorry to hear of her passing. My deepest condolences ? to her family and all those who loved her. ??
Nora Bithos Constantopoulos left a message on December 13, 2021:
Dear Fr. Ted and family. Sorry to hear the loss of Tulla. She was a wonderful person. Memory eternal!
Chris Sampras left a message on December 12, 2021:
Nick sorry for your loss, sending all of our love from Arizona. Memory eternal. Love, Sampras Family
Geisen Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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