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CHRISTOS TSOPANOGLOU Obituary

TSOPANOGLOU, CHRISTOS Chris died unexpectedly on Saturday, January 26, 2013. Chris was born on the island of Rhodes in Greece on February 27, 1949. He always said he was an island boy and loved the ocean. He joined the Greek Navy as a teenager eventually becoming an officer, and travelled the world. He also spent time in the Greek Merchant Marines. Chris immigrated to Kodiak, Alaska in the early 1970s and joined his brother working on the king crab boats. Later he moved to Seattle, Washington, where he became a homeowner. Chris enjoyed the Pacific Northwest, working in various industries and spending his free time fishing. Following his work in the shipyards, Chris moved to a warmer climate and settled in San Diego in the 1980s. He joined St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church, joining the choir and quickly became an active member in the San Diego Greek community. He had a deep love for God and his Orthodox faith. Chris is best remember by his passion for life. He had many hobbies: gardening, cooking, fishing, photography and jewelry making. He was an accomplished artist and sold many of his paintings. He was a loving, kind and forgiving man. Chris would take the time to visit nursing homes or cook meals for those in need. Monthly, Chris worked with Fellowship of Orthodox Christians United to Serve (FOCUS) cooking meals. He has gone to be with the Lord and will be greatly missed by his family, friends and anyone who knew him. Chris is survived by his loving wife Patricia, sisters Helen, Antonia (Bill), Evaggelia (Mike), and Kiki (George), sister-in-law Barbara and many nieces, nephews and Godchildren. The Trisagion Service will be held Monday, February 4, 2013, at 7 p.m. with the viewing from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at El Camino Memorial Park in Sorrento Valley. The Funeral Service will be held Tuesday, February 5, 2013, at 10:30 a.m., St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church, 3655 Park Boulevard, San Diego. In lieu of flowers , donations can be made to FOCUS North America (memo: FOCUS San Diego/Chris T, PO Box 871578, Kansas City, MO 64187) or the St. Spyridon Choir.

Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Feb. 1, 2013.
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Dear family of Christo: We are shocked to know of his death. Today Dimitris found a letter form him many years ago after he relocated to San Diego for his health and a warmer climate. He came to our house because Dimitris promised him a lovely dinner of kotopolo me TRAHANA. He loved it and mentioned it in the letter. Many years passed until we read this letter again so we looked him up on FB and then did a search. We are very sad to hear that he is gone and hope your sad hearts are healing. He was a lovely human being. love and condolences from Anne and Dimitris Angelou, email: [email protected] Telephone: (206) 367-3167 (landline).

Dimitris and Anne Angelou

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January 31, 2024

Dear Brother, Xristo!
Your death was so sudden that I still don't want to accept that you are gone. I think of you every day and I'm very sad! You were a very special brother and we had great memories together. You will always be in my heart! Love you and missing you forever!

Eva Economou

May 2, 2013

Dear Pat, we only just found out about the loss of our dear friend Chris. He was one of the sweetest, most caring people in all the world. We are feeling such a deep sadness about this and so much wishing we could have said "goodbye" and given you more comfort. We were away in central CA when this happened. Our deepest sympathies are with you. We know God will be tenderly caring for his sweet soul. You will be hearing from us by snail mail. With love and encouragement at this most difficult time, Gail and Chris Milesis

Gail and Chris Milesis

March 3, 2013

Uncle christos......your beautiful heart, your kind spirit, your sense of humor and your zest for life will be missed. Sagapo pole.....sara tsopanoglou

sara tsopanoglou

February 6, 2013

Pat, I am so sorry for your loss. Chris was such a nice guy. I will treasure his painting that you both gave to me at the Christmas party in November. So sorry. Maureen Donner-Fritz

Maureen Donner-Fritz

February 4, 2013

Spire Family

February 4, 2013

Chris: you'll be dearley missed from all of us here on earth. My our lord bless you in each and everyway on your journey with the lord.May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Remeber "Cookie"

Jay & Teresa Spire

February 4, 2013

DEAR CHRIS I WILL MISS YOU VERY MUCH. YOU WERE A VERY KIND AND A LOVING PERSON. I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU. REST IN PEACE.

ANGIE HSRRISON

February 3, 2013

So Sorry for your loss we of the Courier Association will miss him. Dave and Marcia Newell, Punta Gorda Florida

February 2, 2013

May his memory be eternal. He was a very kind man. He will be missed by all who knew him.

Harry & Debbie Loukatos

February 1, 2013

Rest in peace Chris.

Greg Spire

February 1, 2013

Pat, I extend my sympathy and hope you will let those around you know how we can help you in this time of sorrow.

Mark Heinze

February 1, 2013

File Christo, You will be missed by all the people whose hearts you have touched. You memory be Eternal!

Demos Gennaios

January 31, 2013

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