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beloved husband of Sophie, loving father of Flora, Christina, Eugenie and John and proud grandfather of 14 grandchildren and great- grandchildren passed away peacefully, after a long illness, on Monday, October 17, 2016 in Athens, Greece. He was 94 years old. There will be a private funeral in Athens and a Memorial Service will be held at a later date in New York. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Michael's Home for the Elderly or to Hospital for Special Surgery, Department of Orthopedics. The loss to his family and friends is profound.
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for GEORGE COUMANTAROS
Joan Tatkow
October 14, 2023
Remembering the kindest, most caring and generous man we have ever known. Fondly, Joan (and now deceased former employee, Joel) TATKOW.
Elpida Dotson
October 12, 2022
I will always remember you!
Mabel Balogun
January 11, 2017
Papu (as i fondly refer to you as) may your beautiful, kind and intelligent soul rest in eternal peace. You epitomised love and compassion ; always mindful of the masses , often at great costs . God bless your soul.
Ps. I am sorry I missed the service of songs in Nigeria. I was in England and only found out about the invitation when I visited Nigeria for Christmas.
Ambassador Ayodeji Ayodele
November 11, 2016
I have just learnt of the passing of Papa George Coumantaros, and am deeply saddened by the demise. As Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to the Hellenic Republic between 2012 and 2016, I had cause to severally interact with several businesses and initiatives of this great soul, as well as members of his immediate family and staff of his businesses who had direct relationships with Nigeria. From these the deep love and commitment to Nigeria was visible.
On behalf of my wife Elizabeth and myself, I wish to convey our heartfelt condolences to the entire Coumanteros family, including my good friends Iannis and Flora Katsaonis, and the entire staff of Flour Mills of Nigeria plc for this great loss. Our hearts also feel for John Coumantaros who has lost a father and mentor.
We pray to The Almighty to grant you the fortitude to bear this loss.
Emmanuel Mshelia
November 7, 2016
With deep sadness upon hearing of the passing of Mr. Coumantaros, but with gratitude to God for a life well spent. You have left a legacy and your footprints well inscribed on the sands of time. My thoughts and prayers are with the family you left behind.
Elpida Dotson-Dedemadis
November 1, 2016
Please accept my deepest condolences for the loss of your beloved husband,father,grandfather and great-grandfather!May God accept him with the grace he deserves and may you all live a long and prosperous life to honour his name!Good bye Mr George and have a good paradise!
George Bacalakis
October 28, 2016
A star of the Greek Maritime Industry has passed to Eternal Life May his memory be eternal.Deepest c condolences to his family.It was an honor to have known him.
Brian and Pat Harrold
October 25, 2016
The most generous and loyal man I have ever been with. He leaves a dynasty that will hold him dear to all our hearts. I will miss you greatly. Our thoughts with the family at this very sad time.
Brian and Pat Harrold. London
Joan & Joel Tatkow
October 25, 2016
We are so sorry to hear of Mr. Coumantaros passing. He was the most compassionate, most generous and kindest person to know and to work for!Sending our deepest condolences to his family.
Cory de Vries
October 23, 2016
My Dear Sophie Coumantaros and family. Please accept my sincere condolences with the passing of our Skipper and friend. May you continue to win the races in the sky. You will be sorely missed by your friend Cory, Congoman.
Basil G Mavroleon
October 21, 2016
Proud to have known him. Many condolences to Sophie and the family.
Marth Romo
October 20, 2016
George S. Coumantaros..May God keep you in His care, and give your family the comfort they will need... You will Always be remembered !..
October 19, 2016
G.S.Coumantaros,the Leader, the great person which will miss from all have the privilege to known him.
The spirit, perceptiveness and the equity were only some of the perfections of his grand character. We Remember YOU always with appreciation and Respect.
N.T.Fragkakis- Greece
George W. Samaan
October 19, 2016
George S.Coumantaros: we shall miss him greatly while the legacy of his character, demeanor,leadership,and humanity will continue to positively influence our lives for years to come..Adieu
October 19, 2016
Thoughts and prayers, may your beloved George R.I.P and may the loving support of family and friends comfort and strengthen you at this time of grief.
Mable Lewis
October 18, 2016
My prayers and thoughts are with the Coumantaros family during your time of lost. Faith is like a "standby" generator - my prayer is that your faith will comfort you as you remember your loved one. Mable Lewis, Southern Star Retiree
Keith Sutherland
October 18, 2016
A great leader, brilliant raconteur and a good boss. It was a privilege to have known him.
October 18, 2016
George Coumantaros has lived an exemplary life by building an organization that outlived him. His legacy will remain indelible in the hearts of many families that are living through his organization. May his soul continue to rest in perfect peace.
October 18, 2016
He will be missed by all those who knew him. But it is good to know that God keep those who pass on in his memory because they are precious to him. Psalms 116:15 Annie C. Ga.
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