Shock and grief have swept through the country’s political world following the news of the sudden death of New Democracy parliamentary group secretary Apostolos Vesyropoulos, who died from a heart attack on Thursday afternoon (21/8). The entire political establishment is expressing sorrow over his death and offering condolences to his family.
Political condolences pour in for Apostolos Vesyropoulos
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis expressed shock at the loss of the former deputy finance minister.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis’s full statement:
“I was shocked to learn of the sudden death of Apostolos Vesyropoulos. A worthy colleague and beloved politician who served for many years our party, his homeland and the country. Together with the entire New Democracy Parliamentary Group, we bid farewell today to our Secretary General, the former Deputy Finance Minister, the top-voted MP from Imathia. Those of us who knew him will remember him as a kind and good man, devoted to duty and with a genuine desire to serve his country. My heartfelt condolences to his beloved wife and their children.”
Deputy Prime Minister Kostis Hatzidakis stated: “Apostolos Vesyropoulos, a kind and dignified man, a loyal soldier of New Democracy, left us suddenly and prematurely. We worked closely together in recent years, as he was Chairman of the Parliament’s Economic Committee and I was Finance Minister. More recently, when he became Secretary of the Parliamentary Group, we had regular meetings to coordinate parliamentary work. A consistent parliamentarian, reliable colleague, beloved by all colleagues and citizens of Imathia. His loss has shocked us all.”
Finance Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis posted: “With deep sadness we bid farewell to our friend and colleague Apostolos Vesyropoulos. He served public life with integrity, dedication and consistency, leaving a significant mark both at the Finance Ministry and as Secretary of the New Democracy Parliamentary Group. Beyond his political career, Apostolos was a warm, gentle and generous person. His premature and sudden loss leaves a huge void for all of us who knew and worked with him. Sincere condolences to his family. Courage and strength in these very difficult times.”
Parliament Speaker Constantine Tassoulas declared: “With feelings of deep sadness we learned of the unexpected loss of the Secretary General of the New Democracy Parliamentary Group, Imathia MP Apostolos Vesyropoulos, a politician who served his country with consistency. He was repeatedly honored by his fellow citizens and certainly had much more to offer. To his wife, children and relatives I express my warmest condolences.”
Defense Minister Nikos Dendias posted: “The death of our friend, Parliamentary Group Secretary and New Democracy MP for Imathia, Apostolos Vesyropoulos, causes the deepest grief for all of us. Sincere condolences to his wife and their children, as well as all his relatives.”
Environment and Energy Minister Stavros Papastavrou stated: “The sudden death of Apostolos Vesyropoulos shocks us all. A young man, a true friend and companion, a party fighter, with integrity, hard work and consistency. Sincere condolences to his family.”
Maritime Affairs Minister Vasilis Kikilias posted: “With great sadness I bid farewell to my friend, New Democracy parliamentary group secretary and Imathia MP, Apostolos Vesyropoulos. Always a gentle and smiling colleague. My condolences to his family.”
New Democracy MP and Defense Committee Chair Dora Bakoyannis wrote: “I can’t believe it! Our own Apostolos, always kind, sweet and supportive to everyone, Apostolos Vesyropoulos, the man who fought for his region and all of Greece, has left us. So young, so unexpectedly. My warmest condolences to his family and all his friends who loved him so much.”
Education Minister Sofia Zacharaki wrote: “Our Apostolos! Our good, kind, supportive to younger colleagues and respectful to older ones. Active and omnipresent with permanent and sincere interest in your region and all of Greece. Always in Parliament, first to encourage us even in speeches we were anxious about, first to organize the parliamentary group and make positive interventions for society. We will always remember you with respect and love. Sincere condolences to family, friends and acquaintances.”
PASOK leader Nikos Androulakis stated: “I express my sadness for the death so prematurely and suddenly of the New Democracy Parliamentary Group Secretary, Apostolos Vesyropoulos. He was a dignified man and a politician with honesty and integrity. Sincere condolences to his relatives and political companions in New Democracy.”
PASOK MEP Nikos Papandreou offered condolences to Vesyropoulos’s natural and political family, posting: “Sincere and warm condolences to the natural and political family of Apostolos Vesyropoulos.”
SYRIZA leader Sokratis Famellos posted: “With great sadness I learned of the unexpected loss of Apostolos Vesyropoulos. I express my sincere condolences to his family, relatives, colleagues and companions.”
SYRIZA spokesperson Kostas Zachariadis wrote: “We are all shocked. We express our sincere condolences to the family of Apostolos Vesyropoulos, his political companions and the New Democracy party.”
New Left MP Efi Achtsioglou noted: “I just learned of the sudden death of Apostolos Vesyropoulos. An excellent colleague, a very sweet person. His premature loss fills us with sadness. Condolences to his family.”
New Democracy Achaia MP Andreas Katsaniotis wrote: “With sadness we bid farewell to Apostolos Vesyropoulos. He served public life with consistency and responsibility. Sincere condolences to his family. Good journey, Secretary.”
Parliament First Vice President Giannis Plakiotakis declared: “The news of such sudden loss of beloved colleague and good friend, Apostolos Vesyropoulos, has shocked us all. I express my deepest sadness and sincere condolences to his relatives.”
Climate Crisis Minister Giannis Kefalogiannis posted: “The sudden loss of Apostolos Vesyropoulos fills us all with sadness. He was a politician with modesty and integrity, who honored the parliamentary institution and offered devoted service to our country and his region, Imathia. Warm condolences to his wife Katerina and his two children.”
Labor Minister Niki Kerameus posted: “I can’t believe it. Our Apostolis is no longer with us… Beloved friend and excellent colleague, with intense activity and multi-level contribution to his fellow citizens and New Democracy, left suddenly filling us all with sadness. Sincere condolences to his family.”
PASOK MP Pavlos Geroulanos posted: “I am shocked by the unexpected loss of Apostolos Vesyropoulos. A politician who graced the Greek parliament with his presence. My sincere condolences to his relatives and the New Democracy party.”
Infrastructure Minister Christos Dimas posted: “Shocked by the loss of friend & colleague Apostolos Vesyropoulos. A very beloved person & capable, who constantly fought for his beliefs, his region Imathia & our country. Always with dignity and substantiated speech. Condolences to his family.”
New Democracy Heraklion MP Lefteris Avgenakis issued a condolence statement: “With unspeakable sadness I bid farewell to beloved friend and colleague Apostolos Vesyropoulos. He served with consistency, dedication and integrity both the New Democracy Party and the Greek Parliament, as well as the citizens who trusted him for more than thirteen years. From 2012 until today, as Imathia MP, he honored his constituents’ vote with work and measured speech, earning everyone’s respect. His career as Deputy Finance Minister, and his recent tenure as New Democracy Parliamentary Group Secretary, confirmed his high sense of responsibility. Despite the short time he served in this position, he managed to leave his mark with his clean, crystal character and devotion to the common good. I had the fortune to know him, work closely with him and share moments of political struggle and personal friendship. His loss leaves a deep void, but his memory will remain alive and bright through his work, contribution and example. To his family I express from my heart the warmest and most sincere condolences. Good journey, beloved friend Apostolos.”
