Georgia Exarchakis
, New Jersey
Georgia Exarchakis, a loving mother, grandmother, and devoted member of her community, lived a life defined by her Christian faith and deep devotion to her family and heritage.Born in 1933 in Chania, Crete, to George and Efterpi Spatharakis, Georgia’s early years were marked by resilience. After her family lost their home during the German invasion of Crete in World War II, they moved to the village of Tsikalaria, finding comfort and safety with her grandfather and beloved aunt.In 1955, Georgia immigrated to the United States with her parents, carrying a lifelong gratitude for the country that provided her and her parents with a new home and fresh opportunities. The love of her life, George Exarchakis, soon followed, and the two were married in 1958 at the original location of St. George Greek Orthodox Church in Highland Park. Together, they settled in East Brunswick to raise their four sons: Peter, George,…
