Ioanna Kekkou, the oldest enclaved Maronite in Kormakitis, has passed away
On February 19, 2026, Ioanna Kekkou passed away at the age of 100. She was the oldest member of the Maronite community who remained enclaved in occupied Kormakitis following the events of 1974.
After the Turkish invasion, she continued to live in her home village, becoming a symbol of resilience and the preservation of the Maronite community's faith, language, and traditions. Ioanna Kekkou witnessed an entire era of Cypriot history—the period of British rule, independence, and life in a united Cyprus, followed by the difficult years of isolation after 1974.
The funeral will take place on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at 12:00 PM at St. George's Church in Kormakitis.
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