Ioanna "Joann" J. Elias

Ioanna "Joann" J. Elias, age 89 of Kettering, Ohio passed away peacefully with her daughter by her side on April 29, 2025. She was born March 15, 1936 in Alea Argos, Greece daughter of the late George and Eleni Barelos.

Joann was a loving mom, yiayia, great yiayia, sister, aunt, and friend. She was a faithful member of the Greek Orthodox Church where she attended for several decades. Joann loved volunteering at the Greek Festival for many years. She had a passion for baking and made the best Baklava. Joann will be greatly missed by all who had the honor of knowing her.

In addition to her parents, Joann was preceded in death by her husband, James Elias; son, George Elias; sisters, Vasio from Korinthos, Greece and Mary from Melbourne, Australia; brother, Nick from Belbourne, Australia.

She is survived by her daughter, Katina and loving son-in-law Dennis Brown; grandchildren, Nicole (Charlie) Cross and Jason (Kira) Brown; great grandsons, Colton, Kain, Kaison; as well as numerous other family members and friends all over the world.

Funeral Services will be private, held at the convenience of the family. She will be laid to rest at Springboro Cemetery.

Memorial contributions can be made in Joann's honor to the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church.

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