Family, friends, colleagues, artists, and the general public are gathering at the First Cemetery of Athens to pay their respects to the great composer Mimis Plessas, who passed away on October 5, just before turning 100.

Watch live footage from the First Cemetery of Athens as we bid a final farewell to Mimis Plessas:

Friends and family who loved his music have the opportunity to say their “final goodbyes” to the legendary creator who has left an indelible mark on the music scene.

Mimis Plessas’s wife arrived in tears at the First Cemetery of Athens, holding the hand of their daughter, accompanied by composer Stefanos Korkolis.

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Mimis Plessas’s wife at his funeral

“She wants us to remember him through his work and life. We will remember him forever. He didn’t like all this, which is why we didn’t want extravagance. We were offered several days of public mourning, but we declined. He told me, ‘I don’t want my funeral to be a show,’” his wife stated.

Mimis Plessas’s wife – statement

Great composer Giorgos Katsaros also spoke, expressing, “I lost a friend; I never expected this day would come.” While giving statements, Mr. Katsaros was approached by Mimis Plessas’s wife, who said, “He calls me every day; thank you for being here.”

Katsaros statement – I lost my friend

At the time Mr. Katsaros was speaking, Mimis Plessas’s wife came over, visibly emotional, to thank him.

Mimis Plessas’s wife’s sister at the funeral

Mimis Plessas’s wife receiving condolences from relatives and friends:

The funeral of Mimis Plessas will take place at 3 PM today at the First Cemetery of Athens.

Thanos Plevris was also present at the public mourning:

Thanos Plevris at Mimis Plessas’s funeral

Spyridonas Bibilas also spoke about the multifaceted artist Mimis Plessas, stating, “He will remain a beacon of culture for all Greeks. His songs will be sung by future generations. Beyond that, he was also a great man, kind-hearted. He excelled in other areas as well; I have some of his paintings. In his art, he included elements of chemistry, which are very interesting. He lived a fulfilling life. Wherever he was, he wanted the people to sing.”

Spyridonas Bibilas speaks about Mimis Plessas

Mimis Plessas’s funeral will be held at 3 PM today at the First Cemetery of Athens.