Evelyn Louise Atanas

Evelyn Louise Atanas Lifelong Resident of Williston Park, NY

Evelyn Louise Atanas, a beloved lifelong resident of Williston Park, NY, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and community service. Born on February 24, 1937, in Jamaica, Queens, Evelyn was the daughter of Esehak and Rachael Atanas.

Evelyn’s greatest joy in life was her family, whom she doted on and cherished deeply. She is survived by her sister, Gloria Atanas Plaut, her nephew, Christopher Plaut (Nancy), and her niece, Alexandra Plaut Hekking (Shaun). Evelyn also leaves behind her great-niece, Caitlin Plaut (Philip Matthaeus), her great-nephews Matthew Plaut (Alexandra), Connor Hekking and Brady Hekking, and her great-great-nephew Oliver Christopher Matthaeus.

Evelyn attended Mineola High School and went on to study at Lasell University. After building a distinguished career as a fashion buyer, which took her on extensive travels throughout Europe and Asia, Evelyn returned to Williston Park and founded Atanas Realty Corporation in 1984. Her business acumen and commitment to her community made her a respected figure in the local area.

Throughout her life, Evelyn was devoted to giving back to her community. She was honored for her contributions to community service by the Long Island Board of Realtors (LIBOR) in 2015. Evelyn’s leadership extended to roles as a director of LIBOR, zone chairperson for the Multiple Listing Service of Long Island (MLS), and President of the Chamber of the Willistons. She was also an active member of the Williston Park Historical Society, a vigilant member of her neighborhood watch, and a dedicated volunteer driver for Meals on Wheels.

Evelyn’s selflessness, warmth and passion for helping others will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Her legacy will live on in the many lives she touched, both personally and professionally.

In lieu of flowers, family and friends are invited to celebrate Evelyn’s life and her remarkable contributions to her community by making a donation in her memory to the organization running Meals on Wheels in her hometown: https://eac-network.org/donate-now/