Harriet Trianthe Xanthakos died on August 25, 2023. She was born on April 29, 1944 in Southbridge, Massachusetts.
Harriet was predeceased by her sister Jeanne in 2002, and her daughter Sara in 2016. She is survived by sisters Helen, Christine Xanthakos (James R.) Scrimgeour, Kay Sunday Xanthakos (Bruce Southworth), and Stella Xanthakos (Michael Malkovich); brother Harry; daughter Rebecca Simmons (Mike); and grandson David Frey.
She was a dedicated mother with many creative interests – batik, patchwork, pottery, photography – which she explored professionally before she found her calling as a Storyteller in Toronto.
She will be returned to the earth in a green burial at 11:00 a.m., on Thursday, August 31, 2023, at Royal Oak Burial Park, 4673 Falaise Drive, in Victoria, BC. A tree will be planted in the fall.
Special thanks to the staff and residents of Sunrise Senior Living Victoria, who provided her with love and laughter in her final year.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Huronia Land Conservancy or another organization devoted to preserving wild places.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
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Harriet was a deep & gentle soul, with a mischievous smile. A friend over many years.
Harriet not only joy with her story telling, but there was a lot of wisdom that made you think. May the family and friends of Harriet find peace and comfort.
Harriet – I have so missed seeing you at First Unitarian services and of course at choir. RIP dear one.
I love you Aunt Dodo. You will be missed!
I will always fondly remember singing with Harriet in our First U choir in Toronto. She had a rare mix of calm energy and joyfulness that was a delight to be around. Her eyes sparkled and she exuded love. I’m very sorry for all who loved her.
I miss my sister so much , I had a dream that she came to me the light was incredible.
I know that she is alright.
her love will stay in my heart as longer as I live maybe beyond..
Condolences to Harriet’s family and many friends. Missing our lovely gentle friend. Many memories of meeting up, enjoying music and poetry salons together, storytelling events and informal gatherings, but also sharing in loss. Thankful to have Harriet in my life. She lives on in our memories.
Harriet made me both laugh and cry with her stories. I will deeply miss her.
Harriet was my first storytelling teacher and mentor. Not only was she a fine teller, but she did much to encourage and support the others in the storytelling community. She will be greatly missed.
Harriet – thank you for the energy and imagination which you brought to our lives