Spiros G. Vanezalos, age 84, of Pickerington (formerly of Logan) passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on August 5, 2020. He was born in Wheeling, W. Va. to the late George and Athena (Queses) Vanezalos. He is survived by his devoted wife of 59 years, Stella (Stamos); daughters, Ethel (Wesley) Spencer of Logan, Ohio, Patty (Bill) Nazzaro of Collegeville, PA, JoAnn (John) Kalogridis of North Brunswick, N.J., and Janet (Evangelos) Gegas of Mount Pleasant, WI.; grandchildren, Michael Spencer, Athena and Angela Nazzaro, Kyriaki Kalogridis, and Ioanna Gegas; sister, Ann Simatacolos; brother, Jim Vanezalos; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his sister, Mary Nicholas. After graduating from high school, Spiros enlisted in the United States Air Force. As an Airman Commander stationed in Alaska, he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal. Upon completing his service, he attended West Liberty State College and received a BA in education in 1963 and then his MA in education from West Virginia University in 1966. For over 30 years, Spiros was a dedicated teacher and principal to Ohio's students. He enjoyed teaching driver education classes and coaching. He also worked with juvenile youth as a Vocation Rehab Counselor for the Department of Youth Services for the State of Ohio. Spiros was an active member of The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral, the choir, and a member of the AHEPA organization. He held many offices in AHEPA including District Governor and was past President of the Columbus chapter. Visitation will be held at The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral 555 N. High St. Columbus, Ohio on Monday, August 10, from 10:00 am until the time of funeral service at 11 am. Interment will be at Union Cemetery with military honors. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral, Columbus, Ohio. Cemetery Details Union Cemetery 3349 Olentangy River Rd Columbus, OH 43202 Loading map Previous Events Visitation AUG 10. 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (CT) Annuciation Greek Orthodox Church Funeral Ceremony AUG 10. 11:00 AM (CT) Annuciation Greek Orthodox Church