William M. Kandianis
William M. Kandianis, born November 25, 1938 in Fitchburg, MA to Demetra (Maniatis) and Peter Kandianis peacefully passed away on October 3, 2026 after a courageous hard-fought battle with Parkinson’s. He refused to let the disease define him and will be remembered as a loving, caring and devoted husband, father, Papou, Godfather, cousin, lifelong friend and devout Orthodox Christian. He did so much for so many and held true to his rich family traditions and Greek culture. A kind and gentle soul who always led with with his heart, he had much to be proud of – an Army veteran deployed to Italy after WW2, a lifetime member, past District Governor and President of The Order AHEPA Homer Chapter No. 65. As well as through his profession as a pharmacist, having graduated from Mass College of Pharmacy. He retired from his thirty-year career with Eli Lilly eventually working at Good Shepherd in Allentown, PA.
His diverse and extensive accolades over his lifetime are too numerous to mention. He was always helping others and seeking to make things better for those around him. He took great pride in his family, especially his seven grandchildren to whom he was known as Papou Bill. He will be lovingly remembered for his strength of presence and his keen sharp mind up until his final moments on this earth.
He is survived by his loving wife Patricia Kandianis (Koules), three children: Peter Kandianis (Susan); Steven Kandianis (Chrysoula); and Deidre Robokos (John); his seven grandchildren: Kate Kieres (Bert); Laurel Kandianis, Will Kandianis, George Robokos, Vasilios Kandianis; Panteleimon Kandianis and Panayioti Kandianis as well as his siblings Tim Kandianis and Olga Diamond and many nieces, nephews, cousins and one maternal Aunt.
A viewing will be held on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, from 10:00 to 11:00 AM, followed by the Funeral Service at 11:00 AM, all at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 1607 West Union Boulevard, Bethlehem, PA 18018.
Interment will follow at Cedar Hill Memorial Park in Allentown with military honors. An AHEPA service will also be held in William's honor.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in William's memory to St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral, to the AHEPA Homer Chapter No. 65 Scholarship Fund or Parkinson’s Foundation.
Funeral arrangements are under the care of the Herron Funeral Home, Bethlehem, PA.
Heartfelt sympathies to Mrs. Kandianis, Pete, Steve, Deidre, and the entire extended family. Growing up knowing the family, I knew Mr. Kandianis to be a faithful and loving father and committed church member. He'll be missed in all respects, but like my own father who recently passed under similar circumstances, I know that his suffering is now over, and he is in a far better place, with our Lord. May his memory be eternal.