Goldie Tagarelli Parr was born May 3rd, 1930 to James and Mary Tsalichis. She spent her early years raising her three children Marie, Michael and Danny. Goldie’s mother, Mary, built St. Michael’s Shrine in 1940. Mary Tsalichis cared for the shrine until her death December 13th, 1994. Goldie was entrusted to the care of the shrine from 1994 until her death. Goldie was a member of St. Nicholas Cathedral, St. George Greek Orthodox Church. She was a member of the Daughters of Penelope, Simian Society and Philoptochos of Tarpon Springs. Goldie is survived by her 3 children Marie, Michael (Patty), Danny (Donna), 6 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. The Shrine will be cared for by her family.

In lieu of flowers, please send any donations to St. Nicholas Cathedral and St. George Greek Orthodox Church.

Visitation will be 10AM-2PM Saturday, July 11th at St. Michael’s Shrine at 113 Hope Street, Tarpon Springs. Service will be Saturday at 2PM following visitation.

Zoom link provided for anyone who is unable to attend.
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Meeting ID: 342 078 6947

Forever my mother – your work on Earth is done. St. Michael carry her to heaven with my Yiayia and her family. – Marie

Mom, what I can say is that my sister, my brother and I were blessed to have the greatest mother that God can supply. She was loving and always looking to see how she could help her family and friends. My mom has touched so many people through St. Michael’s that we would not be able to comprehend the magnitude of it all. She will be missed but heaven received a beautiful saint this 9th day of July 2020. Mom, I love you so much. – Michael

Mom, you are forever in my heart. A loving mother for our family. All my love to you. – Danny

Goldie, you were loved by so many people. You always wanted to help out those in need. I will miss you very much and you will always have a special place in my heart. I love you. – Patty Tagarelli

Yiayia, thank you for your endless love and generosity. You are a pillar in the community and a rock in this family. We will never forget the life lessons you taught us or the warmth and compassion you showed everyone around you. Yours is an example to follow. We love you always. – Granddaughter Carla Furman, Grandson Bradley Furman, Great-grandchildren Rosaria and David Furman

My Yiayia was not just my grandmother she was my best friend. No matter what she was always there. She was the heart and soul of our family. She was also very stubborn and strong as a bull all the way to her last breath. I am grateful that she had taught me some of her traits. I am not stubborn though! She is my rock and I don’t know how I’m going to get through this crazy world without her. What I do know is that I have her watching over me. Knowing that will help me get through anything in life. – Danielle, granddaughter.

Yiayia, the attitude you had in life I’ll never forget and use as an inspiration always. I know there’s a big part of you in me. You were always right there when ANYONE needed you. I can only hope to be the legend you, and your mother, were to this earth. Start the party without us and we’ll see you again when the Lord calls. Love you. – Noelani Tagarelli

“And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.” 1 Corinthians 13:13 Love you and miss you forever Yiayia Goldie – Ioanna, Mark, and Isaak Christiansen

Aunt Goldie was an extraordinary woman. She had a big heart and was always wanting to help anyway she could. Anyone who met her knew that she was the life of the party! She was also the best at making koulourakia according to Renee. She was loved by so many and never will be forgotten. – Tula

Goldie touched the lives of those around; her philanthropic gestures, compassionate heart, vivacious personality and her infectious laugh will forever leave footprints in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. – Georgia and Steven

Yiayia, you knew how to bring people together and always had your arms open wide for anything that someone may have needed. Our family and this community were blessed with your presence and your love. Although life on this Earth will not be the same without you here, we trust that you are supporting us in so many other ways. – Andria

Today my brother and I lost our Aunt Goldie. However, she wasn’t just our Aunt, she became our mother when ours abandoned us when we were 5 and 3 years old. She raised us and loved us like only a mother could. We were so blessed to have her. Our hearts are never going to be the same. – Marie Konstantas