Peter-Yanakis-Obituary

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Peter J. Yanakis

Nov 12, 1926 - Aug 1, 2023

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Memory of my dad at their Florida Snow bird house, with my mom on our left and his right and Cousin Sonia who was with them visiting. Dean

We were so sorry to hear of Peter’s death. He was a very nice man. Our family was aquatinted with him from way back in Saint Paraskevi I’m Greenlawn LI, NY. May his memory be eternal!

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Eleni & family,
My condolences to you all.
I loved talking and listening Peter !
He was a great guy, may he rest in Paradise
I was so surprised and shocked to hear of his passing .
He's in a better place now.
Praying for healing for his family.

I had the pleasure of knowing Peter (and Mary) when I was the Activities Director at Whitehall Manor. I can honestly say that I never saw him have have a bad day. He was always so pleasant and upbeat. He loved going on our trips to the winery or for lunch or dinner at local restaurants...especially if he knew the owners were Greek, as he was as so proud of his heritage. He had the "gift of gab" and could talk for hours about any topic, but especially about his time served in the military. I...

Always and proudly wore this hat!

"A soldier has passed away today." Many may not know of him, or even his name, but what he has done to help preserve our democracy in time when his services to our country were needed. You are now relieved from your post. A job well done fellow veteran. America thanks you for your service to our country in the defense of freedom. The final bugle has sounded and taps is about to sound ending a successful career as a nation´s defender. Farewell fellow veteran and thank you for stepping up...

Sir, Thank You for Your service to our country. God Bless You! God be with your family! Sincerely, A Grateful American

Obituary

Peter's Obituary

Peter J. Yanakis, 96, of Schnecksville, died Tuesday, August 1, 2023, at Whitehall Manor, Whitehall Township.  He was the husband of the late Mary (Kostandelis) Yanakis for over 66 years before her passing. Born in Union City, NJ in 1926, Peter was the son of the late James and Bella...

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