James Pantelides Obituary

James Pantelides PORTSMOUTH - James "Jimmy the Greek" Pantelides, 55, died Sept. 9, 2010 in his home. Jimmy was born in Portsmouth, the son of Kika Demetriou Pantelides and the late Arnoff Pantelides. He was employed by the family business, Virginia Novelty, for nearly 40 years. Always smiling, he was known as "Mr. Likeable," and had a great love of life, music, surfing and family. He was a member of The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral, Norfolk. Besides his mother, he is survived by three sons, Jamie, Jeremy and Caleb Pantelides; two brothers, Tony Pantelides, his wife Martha, and their son Alek, and John Pantelides and his wife Donna, all of Portsmouth. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 11, in Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 7220 Granby St., Norfolk, VA 23505. The Very Rev. Father Ambrose Bitziadis-Bowers will officiate. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Norfolk. A Trisagion service will be held at 7 p.m. today in Foster Funeral Home, Portsmouth. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to his church. The family will be at the home of Tony and Martha Pantelides, 7 Tides Court, Portsmouth, VA 23703.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Sep. 10, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for James Pantelides

15 Entries

Alicia Ames

September 4, 2025

Will see you when I get there...miss you!

Alicia Ames

September 11, 2021

Looking back, it is difficult to believe that Jimmy has been in Heaven for eleven years...I have visited his memorial many times while in Virginia on vacation. Our relationship was a true "first love"! My thoughts of him always bring me great joy and we will rejoice in eternal life. I can hear his voice and his laughter...Play music and surf on, love! Forever in my heart and mind...

October 5, 2010

Please know I have wonderful memories of Jimmy from way back when our paths used to crisscross as we ran our business routes through southern Chesapeake. His signature was usually one above mine in many 7-11 vendor logs. He could hold a conversation, crack a joke and smile & keep his counting machine spinning at the same time. There were times in the summer when I might have kid or two riding with me, and they would always be so excited to see his van outside a store. He could magically make a machine play a game without having to use a quarter. It was the highlight of a long hot, seemingly never ending delivery day with mom. My now grown sons still remember his kindness - that and his surfboard behind the plastic divider in his van - how cool was that? He was a good man with a good spirit. I look forward to the day we all will understand why life unfolds as it does. I have learned that time and faith will keep you going until that day. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Paula Lillard Englert
(Tidewater Trading Post)

P. Upton, Holiday Trav-l-Park

September 17, 2010

Our condolences to all in the Pantelides family. As everyone has said, Jimmy was always seen smiling and laughing - no matter how busy he may have been or what pain he was dealing with. We will miss his weekly visits with us here at the business and we share your grief in the loss of such a joyful person.

Christie Saunders

September 15, 2010

To the Pantelides Family:
I'm so sorry for your loss. I've had you all lifted in my prayers. I was heart broken when I learned of Jimmy's passing, unfortunately too late to attend his funeral. I knew Greek since WWHS and was in his wedding. What great memories I have. Jimmy & I often compared our back ailments, but he always wore a smile no matter how badly he felt. He will always be remembered for his warm, loving personality and his big bear hugs.
Go easy Greek, I'll miss you. I Can Only Imagine that you're playing on that harmonica for our Lord right now and I look forward to hearing you play again someday.

Alicia Holmes

September 12, 2010

The greek words missing in paragraph three translated - deep mourning and a broken heart.

Alicia Holmes

September 11, 2010

My heartfelt condolences to all of the Pantelides family - Mother Kika, Brothers - Tony and John, and Sons -Jamie, Jeremy and Caleb and all extended family members and friends whom he loved and who loved him. Today, I was with you in spirit celebrating memories of Jimmy's life.

Jimmy and I were special friends for 40 years. We communicated often and cared for each other deeply. We talked about spirituality and I will surely miss him greatly.

These words truely convey how I feel tonight -
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May you all have an abundant life. My greatest heart's desire is for Jimmy's memory to be eternal.

Lynn Gillette Williams

September 10, 2010

My Deepest Sympathy to the Pantelides Family, Friends and Loved Ones...Greek I will miss you!

connie Bryant

September 10, 2010

we will miss you very much greek you were always smiling full
of life and love may God continue to be with your family at this difficult time..

Charlotte & Don Brinkley

September 10, 2010

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

September 10, 2010

To The Pantelides Family, Jimmy was like a son to us. I talked with him frequently, prayed with him, and just listened when he needed a friend. You are in our prayers and know that God loves you very much.
Paula & Wilber Hines-Caleb's grandparents

Paula & Wilber Hines-Caleb's grandparents

September 10, 2010

To The Pantelides Family, Jimmy was like a son to us. I talked to him frequently, prayed with him, and just listened when he needed to talk. Our prayers are with your family and know that God loves you very much.

Elizabeth Bean

September 10, 2010

To the family of James Pantelides,
Iam so sorry for your loss.I knew him for years
and he was always a very happy and caring person.
I will miss talking to him.

Holly Ashberry

September 10, 2010

My dear cousin Jimbo. I will miss you so very much. You were like a brother to me and the memories that I have in my heart from the time we were children will always be with me. I'll never forget our summers at Virginia Beach when we used to sit at the edge of the ocean and let the waves break over our heads. Our families were so close and we shared so many good times. Who is going to call me up and say "CUZ, what you doing"? I can hear you now. I know you were in so much pain with your back all the time, yet your crazy spirit always kept you going. I'll miss you playing your music, especially your harmonica. You were awsome and the memories will be everlasting. I love you Jimbo and will see you again one day. Rest in peace "CUZ".

I love you,
Holly (Yates) Ashberry

Tina Harvey-Domingo

September 10, 2010

Caleb,
I am very sorry for your loss. We love you very much!!!

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