Anna Georgiades O’Hara, 83, of Tarpon Springs passed away on November 20, 2021. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Bradley O’Hara. She is survived by her son, Brad O’Hara (Sheila), Kelli Marcell (Mike), Kim Perenich (Greg), and sister Mary Smith. She was the loving Yia-Yia (grandmother) to Jorge Perez, Alec Perez, Gregory Perenich, Matthew Perenich, and Sarah O’Hara.
Anna was born on July 19, 1938, in Bartow, FL. The daughter of Michael and Kaliope (Zervos) Georgiades. She was a member of the first graduating class at Gainesville High School on June 12, 1956. Following graduation, she attained her cosmetology license from Marion County Beauty Culture School in 1957.
She married Clarence Bradley O’Hara on October 6, 1957, in Gainesville, FL. The married couple then moved to Tarpon Springs, FL.
She worked for the Pinellas County School system for over 30 years as the Registrar at Tarpon Springs Middle School and then Tarpon Springs High School, where she touched many lives. She volunteered a lot of her time on many committees helping build the community of Tarpon Springs. She spent many hours cooking every Friday night at Tarpon Springs Elks Club.
Anna dedicated her life to her son, twin daughters, 5 grandchildren, son-in-laws, and daughter-in-law. She loved large and laughed always. She will be missed by many!
Visitation service will be held on Friday, December 3, 2021 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Dobies Funeral Home, 701 East Tarpon Avenue, Tarpon Springs, Florida 34689
Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, December 4, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Palm Harbor United Methodist Church, 1551 Belcher Road, Palm Harbor, Florida 34683
Graveside Service immediately following at Cycadia Cemetery, 1021 East Tarpon Avenue. Tarpon Springs, Florida 34689
Thomas B. Dobies Funeral Homes - Tarpon Springs
Palm Harbor United Methodist Church
Marilyn Abreu
November 29, 2021, 12:04 am
I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of Anna. She was a great friend and mentor. May she rest with the angels.
Charlie Rutz
November 29, 2021, 4:51 pm
I vividly remember Anna from her days working at Tarpon Springs Middle School. At the time, my late wife Jan was a guidance councilor. Anna was so friendly, always had a smile when I visited. Not being from FL, I always enjoyed talking to her about “early” FL and what it was like. Best to her family. The world will miss her smile and personality.
Nieva F. Cruz
November 29, 2021, 5:22 pm
My deepest condolence to
Kelli and to the rest of the
family. She lived a full life .
May she Rest In Peace.
Robin LaChance
November 29, 2021, 10:36 pm
I was so sadden to hear about Anna’s death. I worked at Tarpon Springs High School with her and she taught me so much and we always had fun. My prayers and thoughts are with you all
Polie and Cindy Parnell
December 1, 2021, 12:20 am
What a lovely lady inside and out. Anna brought joy to so many. Our family met Anna through our children (Courtney and Justin Parnell) at TSHS. They loved Mrs. O’Hara and she became a dear friend of our family. We feel blessed to have shared many special school events with Anna. Our memories are filled with visions of that sweet smile and infectious laugh. May special memories comfort you now and always. Polie and Cindy Parnell
Polie and Cindy Parnell
December 1, 2021, 12:32 am
Our family is saddened to hear of Anna’s passing. What a wonderful, full of life lady. She brought so much joy to others, especially our children Courtney and Justin Parnell. Anna shared in many of our children’s celebrations in life, leaving us with specials memories of her warm sweet smile and infectious laugh. We pray that you are comforted by your special memories of Anna!
Polie and Cindy Parnell
December 1, 2021, 12:38 am
We are saddened to hear of Anna’s passing. What a wonderful lady that was so full of life and joy! We have delightful memories of Anna when our children (Courtney and Justin Parnell) were at TSHS. Our family loved Mrs. O’Hara and are grateful to have shared many special life events with her. Great memories. Our prayers are with your family!
LeeAnne Fernandez
December 4, 2021, 2:47 am
I’ll never forget the day
Mrs. Anna O’Hara called my work for an appointment & I said “may I ask a personal question” & she said sure. “Did you ever work @ TSMS as guidance counselor?” She replied why yes I did. I said “we’ll now I’m your boss & your my patient. Mrs. Anna was my counselor in 7th grade.