No. 87

WASHINGTON, DC - It is with a heavy heart that the American Hellenic Institute (AHI) mourns the loss of one of its Foundation’s board members, Gus Andy, who passed away in Florida on October 16, 2023.

Gus Andy’s legacy is deeply etched within the annals of AHI. For over four decades, he was a dedicated and cherished member, leaving an indelible mark on the organization. His unwavering commitment to AHI and his passion for the cause of Hellenism resonated profoundly with us all. We are forever grateful for it.

Gus participated in numerous AHI Leadership trips to Greece and Cyprus. He also sponsored “Future of Hellenism in America" conferences and countless AHI initiatives and forums. AHI recognized and honored his dedication when the Institute presented Gus with its Hellenic Heritage and Public Service Award for the Promotion of Hellenism in America during the Future of Hellenism Conference in Miami on November 22, 2013.

In his acceptance speech, Gus Andy humbly stated, “I am truly honored and humbled to receive the AHI Hellenic Heritage Public Service Award for promotion of Hellenism in America this evening. It is especially a thrill because of how passionately and strongly I believe in the mission and work of the American Hellenic Institute—which was founded by a tremendous individual in Eugene Rossides and is led by a dynamic President, Nick Larigakis. AHI’s unwavering dedication and commitment to strengthening relations between the United States and Greece; to finding a just and viable solution to the division of Cyprus; and to eliminating the plight of our Ecumenical Patriarchate has been unyielding and persistent; and the work of AHI is what keeps me motivated to do more when it comes to these important issues.”

To learn more about Gus Andy’s remarkable life, please visit his obituary (click here).

Funeral services will be held on October 20, 2023, at Saint Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral located at 2401 SW 3rd Ave, Miami, FL 33129 at 11:30 AM.

“For four decades, Gus’s dedication and selfless contributions to the American Hellenic Institute were second to none,” President Nick Larigakis said. “His passion and commitment to our mission was truly exceptional. He embodied the spirit of AHI and tirelessly worked to further the cause of Hellenism. Gus left an indelible mark on our organization, and we are forever grateful for his unwavering support and leadership. On behalf of the AHI and AHIF Board of Directors, we extend our heartfelt condolences to his wife, Fotini, his children, Vasiliki, Vivian, Maria and Yioryos; and grandchildren. May his memory be eternal.”

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The American Hellenic Institute is an independent non-profit Greek American public policy center and think tank that works to strengthen relations between the United States and Greece and Cyprus, and within the Greek American community.

For additional information, please contact Alexander Christofor at (202) 785-8430 or [email protected]. For general information about the activities of AHI, please see our website at http://www.ahiworld.org.