It is with heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of Billy Damianakos, fondly and widely known as “The Barbarian” on July 28, 2021.
Predeceased by his mother Voula; father Gus and son Daylan. Left to cherish his memory is his wife Kathi; sons Braedan and Tiernan; sister Angie (John) and step-mother Eileen.
Billy had a charismatic personality, was kind and fun-loving in nature. He touched the lives of all those who met him.
Fond memories of Billy’s rambunctious boisterous ways will be forever etched in memories of those who were close to him. He was a free spirit who embraced life to the fullest. He had a love for working out, music, animals, mother nature, speed, and fast cars. No matter what obstacles and challenges he had to face in life he dealt with them head-on like a true spartan warrior.
To those close to Billy, he was and forever will be our eternal barbarian powers not only because of his incredible strength and faith but because his love for us was in the purest form. Billy was the proudest of his family and his sons who he loved with all his heart.
Billy left behind countless memories and touched so many hearts and souls. His family thanks every single one of you who offered condolences to his family and friends. Billy is in so many people’s prayers and thoughts it reassures us his memory will be eternal.
We encourage his friends and family to sign below and leave everlasting memories to be shared amongst all who knew and loved Billy.
A public ‘come and go’ viewing will be held on Wednesday, August 4 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., in the chapel of Voyage Funeral Home, 220 Hespeler Ave at Henderson Hwy. Please Note: when entering the chapel, you are welcome to view and offer your condolences to the family, please follow social distancing guidelines, and then exit the building to allow others to enter.
A private funeral service will follow on Thursday, August 5 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church.
To access the livestream, please go to: https://youtu.be/-U8Hm9fO8qw
Following the service, family and friends are invited to Brookside Cemetery at 2:30 for interment.
In lieu of flowers, if friends so desire, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba.
19 thoughts on “Billy “Barbarian” Damianakos”
There are no words………..
No words that can express the pain we feel. He Was and Will Always be in our Thoughts, Prayers and in our Memories. Billy always protected his loved ones and his family in a way like no other. You Will Always be Our Spartan Warrior.
Living in Greece has kept us away from our Loved Ones which is very hard.
Losing them when we’re far away makes it even harder and so unfair.
We Cherish our Memories of You.
There are So Many.
Especially your trip to Greece when you came to visit. It was the best time of our Lives.
We’ll Never Forget You.
We’ll Always Love You.Spartan Warrior Forever.
UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN
REST IN PEACE COUSIN BILLY WITH ALL OUR LOVED ONES IN HEAVEN
DAMIANAKOS FAMILY
MARIA STEVE SPERO GEORGE AND PATRICIA
From my family to yours, you have my deepest condolences , we all shared a close relationship to the Damianakos family he was a true Spartan Warrior so from one Warrior to another RIP, “Antio Spartan Polemistis”
Bill(Vasily/Billy), last time I saw Bill I was 12 years old(1977), we both lived on Dominion St, my family moved to St James in 1978 and left Bill & my Principal Sparling, Sargent Park friends behind…I had MANY interesting experiences with Bill and met his skinny little cousin Spero, he REALLY grew up the next time I saw Spero, sometime in the late 80’s or so when I worked at Polo Park Perkins…I always meant to look Bill up over the years…I wish I had 😢my sincere condolences to Bill’s family and close friends during this terribly sad time, Don Bracken
My deepest condolences to the entire family
Our deepest condolences to Ang and family. Sending you strength, guidance, prayers and courage during this very difficult time. We are here for you.
The Walcott’s (Bonan)
Οur deepest condolences to the family. R I P BILL. ΑΙΩΝΙΑ Η ΜΝΗΜΗ ΒΑΣΙΛΗ. ΚΑΛΟ ΠΑΡΑΔΕΙΣΟ.
ΣΤΕΛΙΟΣ ΚΑΙ ΕΥΑ ΣΤΥΛΙΑΝΟΥ.
Angie, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Christine & Dave Dagenais
Angie, I wish I could say something to help you deal with the loss and grief that you going through. Our deepest condolences to you and Billy’s wife and children. ♥️
Our deepest condolences to the family.
Our deepest and sincerest condolences to Billy’s family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you durring this extraordinary difficult time. We pray that the God of Comfort will walk you through this deep valley of pain and in time bring healing to your hearts.
Sincerely,
Billy Vassilopoulos and family
Memory Eternal.
The first time I met Billy, I saw his genuine passion for life. It was a brief encounter while visiting his father’s restaurant on Selkirk. We kept seeing each other over the years and his dedication for others was always consistent. His presence and loyalty will be definitely be missed.
My heart goes out to my friends family and everyone whom new this great man ! We will all miss you but always in my heart! Yours truly Joseph breton!
I knew Billy since grade 7 at Sargent Park junior high spent 3 years there . We became close buds at that time. Always in /out trouble with the teachers skipping classes. We drifted apart over years. .Never saw him much. Anyways for me it’s hard to believe that he has left us so soon . My condolences to the family.
Gone too soon. RIP
My heart breaks for his family. May God bless and keep you during these hard times. He was an amazing man. My brother, my friend. True Spartan!! RIP Billy. You are surely missed.
Kathi, Braeden and Tiernan,
My deepest sympathies at this very difficult time. I remember Billy being mighty and strong just like his love for his family. I’m sure he is with Daylan now and together they will be watching over you all. Sending love and strength.
My condolences to Kathi, Braedan and Tiernan. I have no words. I know you’re hurting. 🙁
Sending love and strength and prayers to help you through this hard time Angie condolences to all your family No words can help at this time just hugs love mama (margaret Cann)