John Sophis

1923 - 2017

John Sophis

1923 - 2017

BORN

1923

DIED

2017

John Sophis Obituary

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John was born on March 11, 1923 and passed away on Saturday, May 6, 2017. John was a resident of Ohio at the time of passing. Born in Akron March 11, 1923 to Steve and Mary Skoules Sophis, he was a U.S. Army Air Corps veteran of World War II. Interment at Mount Peace Cemetery. (Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel) Visitation MAY 9. 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church 129 S. Union St. Akron, OH, US, 44304 Service MAY 9. 11:00 AM Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church 129 S. Union St. Akron, OH, US, 44304 Cemetery Details Mt. Peace Cemetery OH.

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May 10, 2017

Sophis Family, I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. I worked at Bridgestone for many years in Benefits Customer Service and we talked all the time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. He will be missed.
Kari Emore

May 9, 2017

Sorry to read about the loss of your Dad, Steve.

Dale and Elaine Wages

May 9, 2017

Stephen and your family. Sending our prayers and sympathies to you, dear friend. On behalf of the entire 356th "Bomber Gang", Dale and Elaine Wages.

The Staff of Billow Funeral Homes

May 9, 2017

Offering our deepest condolences during this time.

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