Thalia Pasalis Mandros

Thalia Mandros, passed away peacefully at the age of 88 on August 9, 2024. Thalia leaves behind a legacy of love, grace and service. She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Born Thalia Pasalis on May 15, 1936, in Cleveland, Ohio, she was the cherished daughter of Vasiliki and Gust Pasalis. Thalia’s early life was enriched by her education at Flora Stone Mather and the Cleveland Institute of Music, where she honed her skills as a vocalist and pianist thus cultivating a lifelong appreciation for music and the arts. In 1957, Thalia married her sweetheart George Peter Mandros of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, marking the beginning of a new chapter in her life. Together, they built a loving home where they raised their four daughters and embraced their 63-year marriage until he passed away on December 27, 2020.

Thalia’s unwavering commitment to her daughters, faith and community was evident through her volunteer years in the PTA, the Philoptochos and choir of St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral, the Pittsburgh Opera and the Pittsburgh Folk Festival where she played a vital role in supporting and uplifting those around her.

As her children grew, Thalia’s professional pursuits and deep work ethic evolved. She became a respected realtor and later, a dedicated paralegal, balancing her career with her passion for reading, cooking and competitive bridge. She loved watching football on Sundays and sharing sports trivia with her grandsons. Her home was a haven for friends and family where her consummate hospitality and warmth was always on display.

Thalia was the extremely proud mother of Annette Nicholas, Vanessa Pasiadis  (Christopher Pasiadis deceased, Dennis Giancola, fiancé), Pamela Catuogno (Nino Catuogno) and Joanne Kozy (William Kozy). Her legacy continues through her five grandsons: Corey Nicholas (Zsuzsa Nicholas), Jordan Nicholas (Laura Nicholas) George Pasiadis (Charlotte Pasiadis) Greg Pasiadis (Jen Pasiadis) and Alessandro Catuogno; and four great grandchildren: Sophia Nicholas, Theo Nicholas, Alex Nicholas and Amelia Pasiadis. She is also survived by her three siblings: Despina Corpas (Louis Corpas deceased), Dr. John Pasalis (Esther Pasalis), Nicholas Pasalis and predeceased by one beloved sibling Thano Pasalis (Barbara Pasalis).  In addition, she is survived by loving cousins, many dear nieces, nephews, godchildren and friends. Thalia’s family and friends will cherish her as an elegant lady who was poised, intelligent and had selfless love for her husband and daughters. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral 419 S. Dithridge St., Pittsburgh, starting at 10:00 am, followed by a funeral service celebrating Thalia’s remarkable life at 11:00 am. Interment will follow at Homewood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral. Arrangements by John A Freyvogel Sons, Inc. (freyvogelfuneralhome.com) (Sincere thank you to the special staff who cared for our mother.)

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