AJP Group announced the arrangements for the funeral of Alex Baladakis.

“It is with sadness that we announce the passing of the much-loved family patriarch Alex Baladakis,  Archon of the Patriarchate of Alexandria and stalwart of the Hellenic community at the age of 78,” a statement issued by AJP Group reads.

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“Alex’s generosity and contributions were recognised and he received numerous awards and recognitions. The most coveted were Archon (Protector) of the Orthodox Patriarchate of Alexandria and all Africa, the cross of St Mark medal.

“He was awarded the title of Honorary President of the Hellenic Community of Johannesburg, Honorary President of the Pan-Cretan Association of SA, Honorary Member of the Association of Egyptian Hellenes of Suez.”

He was also a member of the Business Council of the Organisation of Hellenes Abroad as well as an executive member of the Hellenic Federation of SA.

In his career he received the Fellowship from the International Institute of Structural Engineers and Legend of the Pick n Pay Group.

He was a director of the Spar Guild, Mr Spar and Pick n Pay Franchisee of the Year.

The Hellenic Parliament awarded him a medal for his contributions to Hellenism, during President Mbeki’s state visit to Greece.

He will be buried on Monday January 18 and the service will be conducted at the Cathedral of St Constantine and Helen in Johannesburg at 11am in terms of Covid-19 restrictions.

The service will be live streamed on Facebook, video and You Tube link for those who will not be able to attend the service in person.

“Mr  Alex would have preferred donations to be made for the lesser privileged.”

Banking details:

Acc Name – Hellenic Community of Johannesburg

Acc no – 022545018

Bank – Standard

Branch – Bedford Gardens