Condolences of the Holy Metropolis of Rethymno for the excommunication of Giorgos Vardinogiannistranslated

Heartfelt condolences to the family of George Vardinogiannis, who passed away yesterday, Friday October 16, 2026, at the age of 90, the Holy Diocese of Rethymno and Avlopotamos expresses. Giorgos Vardinogiannis, known by the nickname "Captain", was one of the best-known personalities of Greek business and sports life, with a significant presence in the field of commercial shipping and a long career at Panathinaikos. Originally from the Diocese of Rethymno, he maintained close ties with his place, in which he took a practical interest through initiatives and projects. His graduation marks the end of a multi-year journey that spanned from merchant shipping and business to Greek sports.

In its condolence announcement, the Holy Diocese of Rethymno and Avlopotamos states:

"The Local Church of Rethymno, after the announcement of the excommunication of Blessed Georgios Vardinogiannis, the well-known "Captain", originally from the Diocese of Rethymno, expresses its deepest condolences to the family of the deceased.

The late Georgios Vardinogiannis loved his place, Episkopi and Rethymno, and was a pioneer and...