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Demetra "Dorothy" Harpalas

Batavia - Miss Demetra "Dorothy" Harpalas, 88, of Batavia, a fashion buyer for 35 years prior to her retirement, at the former Alexander's, in Batavia, died Tuesday, May 6, 2008 at Millard Fillmore Gates Circle, in Buffalo.

Miss Harpalas was born March 1, 1920 in Batavia, the daughter of the late James and Gianoula Chambers Harpalas.

She was a graduate of Batavia High School and Rochester Business Institute.  She enjoyed traveling to several countries. 
As a fashion buyer, she organized many fashion shows for various charities. 

She is survived by several cousins, nieces and nephews. 

She is the sister of the late Louis, Gus, Nicholas and Hercules Harpalas.

Friends may attend services at 10:00 a.m., Friday at Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, 308 East Main Street, Batavia.  Memorials may be made to Hellenic Orthodox Church of the Annunciation, 146 West Utica Street, Buffalo, New York 14222.  Burial will be in Elmwood Cemetery, Batavia. 

 

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