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John PANTELOPOULOS Obituary

Published by Regina Leader-Post from Dec. 18 to Dec. 20, 2012.

JOHN "YIANNI" PANTELOPOULOS
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the sudden passing of John Pantelopoulos December 15, 2012. John passed away peacefully at the Regina General Hospital. John was born Jan 10, 1928 in Agios Vasilios, Greece. He is predeceased by his parents Elias and Vasiliki Pantelopoulos; his brothers George, Tim and sisters Mina and Dimitra. John is survived by his loving wife Sotiria; Children, Leo (Marina), Vicki (Claude) and Nick; Grandchildren Yianni and Jonathan. He's also survived in Greece by his brother Thanasi and sister Maria as well as numerous nephews and nieces.
John was the second of seven children. As you can imagine, back then, life wasn't always easy in Greece. John worked hard from a young age on his family's farm and in his studies where he completed his high school (a rarity at that time in Greece). That was followed by his entry into the Greek Army as a member of the air force which he was always proud of.
John moved to Canada in the 1950's where his brother George was already established. He made his way to Kitimat B.C. where he worked at Alcan Aluminum and made lifelong friendships. He then moved to Saskatchewan and ventured to North Battleford to join friends as a co-owner of the Dominion Café. His life changed when he was introduced to a beautiful young woman, Sotiria Pontikis. From there the courtship began and John and Sotiria were married April, 28th, 1963. Their first child Leo was born in North Battleford. From there the couple decided to move to Regina where they were blessed with the births of Vicki and Nick.
John remained in the restaurant business with various partners in (Dionysos and The Golden Steer) after a fruitful stint as owner of Sky Billiards. He retired in the late 1980's. Throughout the years John was a proud member and volunteer of the Greek Community of Regina.
John was a very social person and nurtured many close friendships. John was not one to sweat the small stuff in life. He rarely complained about much of anything.
Through it all he was very proud of his family. He had a loving relationship with Sotiria. They would have celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 2013. He was proud of his children, all very accomplished in their field of work. He was also very close to his two grandchildren who have both taken his name.
John was healthy up to his final hours. He will be sorely missed by his family, friends and many others who have crossed paths with him.
A PRAYER SERVICE will be held at St. Paul's Greek Orthodox Church, 3000 Argyle Road, Regina, SK on Wednesday, December 19, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. FUNERAL SERVICE will take place at St. Paul's Greek Orthodox Church on Thursday, December 20th, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. with interment to follow at Regina Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations in John's memory may be made to St. Paul's Greek Orthodox Church. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.speersfuneralchapel.com


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December 24, 2012

Our sympathy, Donna, Gary, Carmen, Kent and Scott Andrews

December 19, 2012

Our thought and prayers are with the Pantelopoulos family at this very difficult time. Brad and Donna Schwartz and family.

December 18, 2012

Ed Tingley

sorry to hear of your loss Vicky.I know what you are going thro as I lost my wife in Oct.

December 18, 2012

Dear Vicki and Family, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your father.My Thoughts are with you.

December 18, 2012

Mia Weinkauf

On behalf of the Danakas Weinkauf families our deepest condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all and Zoi se sas. May his memory be eternal and he will always be there in spirit for you all. All our love and best wishes for he whole family.

December 18, 2012

Lynn Severt

Leo and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Those we love remain with us for love itself lives on, and cherished memories never fade because a loved one's gone. Those we love can never be more than a thought apart. For as long there is a memory, they'll live on in our hearts. May you find comfort in the memories you hold in your heart.

December 18, 2012

Leo and family, I am so sorry for your loss, may all of your precious memories help to ease your pain at this time. May those memories be cherished and fill your hearts with warmth when you think of him. Take Care!
Shari Tourscher

December 18, 2012

Dear Leo and Family,
I was deeply saddened to learn of your father Yianni's passing.
Please accept my sincere condolences.
Don Young

December 18, 2012

Mary-Lynn & Ron Waschuk

Our heartfelt thoughts are with the entire Pantelopoulos family. "Wherever a beautiful soul has been a trail of beautiful memories is left behind." And memories are one thing that can't be taken away from you. With blessings, prayers & lots of love, XOXO

December 18, 2012

Ioana Ligdas

It is with deep sadness, but utter pride comes over me as well as I read Koumbaro John's obituary. May his memory be eternal. He was a kind man. My love and prayers are extended to the whole family. Zoe se sas. - Ioana Ligdas and Family

December 18, 2012

Sorry for your loss Vicki. Byron and Lori Benson,Casa Grande Arizona

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