Charles W. Gianopoulos

Charles W. Gianopoulos of Lawrence, Entrepreneur; 86 Lawrence Charles W. (Poulos) Gianopoulos, 86, died Sunday October 18, 2008 at Mary Immaculate Nursing and Restorative Center. Charlie was born in Lawrence where he attended local schools and St. John's Prep. He worked earnestly at his father's, William, fruit and vegetable business. A true entrepreneur, Charlie owned and operated Mt. Vernon Market for many years. He later initiated a new venture named Family Pools. It was aptly named as all of the family worked or helped out at one time or another and that made Charlie happiest. Having his family around him was most important to him and having his wife and mother of their children was imperative. They were never separated often seen holding hands even when they sat in their chairs at MI Nursing Home. He would call her "My girl" and remained very much in love. Anyone who would encounter him at his store would be rewarded with his big smile, sense of humor and quick wit. He also reached out to people in need and his loyalty was unyielding. Charlie lived life to its fullest and loved life. Charlie enjoyed being with his family and friends whether sking, swimming, playing tennis, dancing or dining. He enjoyed winters in St. Petersburg, FL and especially cherished the times with his son on their boat. Once one met Charlie, he would never be forgotten and he would never forget a face. He had an infectious laugh and smile, was proud of his family and was always there as a father, husband and friend. He will be sadly missed by all. He is survived by his beloved wife of 67 years Judy (Noonan) Gianopoulos, his four children Sharleen Bistany and her hsuband Charles, Kathy Gianopoulos, Diane Berry and her husband Richard and William Gianopoulos and his wife Cynthia; six grandchildren Jeffrey, Eric, Jennifer, Christian, Nicole and Charlene. Six great-grandchildren Dennis, Nicholas, Giavanna, Gabrielle, Matthew and Cash.; and several nieces and nephews. Charlie also leaves his longtime caregiver and friend Tony Jaramello. GIANOPOULOS Memorials can be made to the Cor Unum Meal Center, 191 Salem, St. Lawrence, MA 01843 or to the Alzheimers Association, 311 Arsenal St, Watertown, MA 02472 Family and friends may call on Wednesday from 3:00 pm 8:00 pm at the Kenneth H. Pollard Funeral Home, Inc., 233 Lawrence St, Methuen, MA 01844. Mass of Christian Burial and Celebration of Charlie's life will be celebrated on Thursday at 9:00 am at St. Patrick's Church in Lawrence with burial to follow in the Holy Sepulchre Cemetery North Andover, MA. For condolences or directions visit pollardfuneralhome.com