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Will see you when I get there...miss you!
Alicia Ames
September 04, 2025 | Friend
Portsmouth, Virginia
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,...
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Alicia Ames
September 04, 2025 | Friend
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...
Alicia Ames
September 11, 2021 | Friend
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...
October 05, 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.
P. Upton, Holiday Trav-l-Park
September 17, 2010 | Virginia Beach, VA
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...
Christie Saunders
September 15, 2010 | Portsmouth, VA
The greek words missing in paragraph three translated - deep mourning and a broken heart.
Alicia Holmes
September 12, 2010 | Merritt Island, FL
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...
Alicia Holmes
September 11, 2010 | Merritt Island, FL
My Deepest Sympathy to the Pantelides Family, Friends and Loved Ones...Greek I will miss you!
Lynn Gillette Williams
September 10, 2010 | Portsmouth, VA
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..
connie Bryant
September 10, 2010 | Portsmouth, VA