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Gregory Alan Christakis

FUNERAL HOME

Schimunek Funeral Home

610 W MacPhail Rd

Bel Air, Maryland

Gregory Christakis Obituary

CHRISTAKIS , Gregory Alan On November 6, 2012, Gregory Alan Christakis passed away. He was the beloved husband of Kelly Christakis (nee Dunn); cherished father of Jessica and Matthew Christakis; loving son of Beverly Christakis and the late Pete Christakis; dear brother of Virginia Burgess and her husband Michael; loving uncle of Ryan, Evan and Mason Burgess and Bryan and Ashley Sayre, Anna Leigh and Madison McKelvey; dear son in law of John and Pat Dunn. He is also survived my many loving family members and friend. Greg loved spending time with his family and friends. Laughing singing and playing his guitar. Welcoming all with his kind and giving spirit.
Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Schimunek Funeral Home of Bel Air, Inc. 610 West MacPhail Road (at Rte 24) on Friday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM. Further visitation will take place at the Beck Altmeyer Funeral Home, 204 W. Main St. St Clairsville, OH 43950 on Sunday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM. A Trisaghion service will be held at the Ohio funeral home on Sunday at 2 PM. Mr. Christakis will lie in state at the Greek Orthodox Church of the Life Giving Fountain on Monday from 10 to 11 AM, the funeral hour. Interment to follow at the Holly Memorial Gardens Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the National Brain Tumor Society, 124 Watertown St., Suite 2D, Boston, MA 02472. 617-924-9997 www.braintumor.org Further information an online condolences available at www.schimunekfuneralhomes.com

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Published by Baltimore Sun on Nov. 8, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Gregory Christakis

53 Entries

Heidi Peach and family

November 14, 2012

Kelly, from miles away, we recently heard about Greg's passing and we are so sorry for you, losing your partner. Our hearts go out to Jess and Matt too. Wish we could have been there for you! We are sending up Hugs of Love and Pray God holds your family close during these times of mourning. Please accept our deepest condolences, love, The Peach Family of Clayton, NC - we miss you!! :(

Roberta Phillips

November 12, 2012

My heart aches for you Kelly. Know that you have the love and support of your entire family and countless friends. You, Jessica and Matthew remain in my prayers.

November 12, 2012

Dear Kelly:

My heart is breaking for you and your children. You're in my prayers.

Gods Peace & Blessings,
Melissa McCauley Bujak

Suzanne Geiser

November 11, 2012

My heart is so heavy as I write this, but words cannot express the sadness we are all feeling upon hearing of Greg's passing. He was a beautiful person and the love of his familys' life. I, personally, know Aunt Bev would light up at the mere mention of his name.

I fondly remember all the Shaver family reunions that he helped plan. Him playing the guitar and playing with our cousin Billy. All the fun times spent at each other's houses growing up. Me babysitting he and Virginia Ann. All the close family ties that remain part of our childhood memories.

Our prayers are with all of you, but know that he is with his Lord and Savior, as well as those in our family that have passed that loved him so deeply.

Love,
Suzanne and family

Mike, Jill, Terry and Adam Gentry

November 11, 2012

We have known the Christakis family for six years. We met briefly many years prior when Greg brought Jess and Matt trick or treating to our house and striking up a conversation saying they almost bought our house before settling on the house down the street. It wasn't until they moved back to Bel Air and our boys were in 3rd grade and become friends that we got to know Kelly and Greg. We have many fun memories of Greg! He was an assistant coach and coach for our oldest in soccer. When he wasn't the coach, he was on the sidelines watching with us and we can still hear his voice cheering for Matt. Mike remembers sleding with Greg on the hill behind the library with the boys during one of our big snow storms. 4th of July picnics and neighborhood parties, we can still hear his laughter and all the stories he would tell. You knew Greg was a great person just by seeing all the love and support from his family and friends this past year. We miss him already. We will always be here for you Kelly, Jess, and Matt.

Carla Slavik

November 11, 2012

I have many fond memories of joyful times spent with Greg growing up on Joella Drive. May your fond memories comfort you during this very difficult time.

Roy Dahlberg

November 11, 2012

Kelly and family,
It is with great sadness that I had heard of Greg's passing.
It was an honor and privilege to have worked with Greg at USG.
My prayers will continue, now for peace, comfort and strength.

Suzanne Geiser

November 11, 2012

Dear Kelly, Jessica, Matthew, Virginia Ann and family, and my dear Aunt Bev,
My heart is so heavy as I write this, and words cannot express the sadness we are all feeling upon hearing of Greg's passing. He was such a beautiful person, and the love of his family's life. I personally know Aunt Bev would light up at the mere mention of his name.
I fondly remember all the Shaver family reunions he was responsible for planning. Him playing his guitar and singing with our cousin Billy. All the fun times spent at each other's houses growing up. Me babysitting he and Virginia Ann. All the close family ties that remain part of our fondest childhood memories.
Our prayers are with all of you, but know he is with his Lord and Savior and all of our family that loved him so deeply. Love, Suzanne and family

Rebecca Cruikshank

November 10, 2012

Kelly as these days turn to weeks... I pray that you will find courage, & strength to face the next thing... YOU will be in my thoughts & prays in those days. ((((HUGS))))

Hung, Cindi, Amanda and Jordan Ly

November 9, 2012

We have had the privilege of knowing the Christakis family for over 10 years. They warmly welcomed us to the neighborhood when we moved to Bel Air from PA. Greg was always such a great example of a wonderful husband and father. You could tell how much he truly loved Kelly and the kids. Our daughter, Amanda, loved spending time at their house with Jessica and it quickly became her second home with frequent sleepovers. Greg was a great role model for her and has had such a positive influence on her life. We are so thankful to have known Greg and he will be greatly missed. Kelly, Matt, and Jessica, you will forever be in our prayers. You mean so much to us and we love you.

Coach Greg & the Green Gators after winning the U10 championship

November 9, 2012

Kicks Virgina Beach

November 9, 2012

The Meyer Family

November 9, 2012

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Michele Marciniak

November 9, 2012

I remember Mr. Greg always on the sidelines cheering me on treating me as one of his daughters. Jess and I played on the same team for numerous years and we were not only teammates but we all became family. Mr. Greg was always such an upbeat and inspirational person, even bumping into him at my track meets many years after Jess and I finished playing soccer. The world lost a great man the other day, but I am blessed to have known him. You'll be in my prayers Christakis family!

Mary Lucas-Zink

November 9, 2012

Dearest Kelly and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You all have been in my thoughts and prayers for such a long
time. May God grant you peace and comfort for the days ahead.

Renee Burrill

November 9, 2012

So sorry for your loss Kelly. You and your children are in my thoughts and prayers.

Loved this day!!

Gloria Zamorano-Towles

November 9, 2012

Greg was a wonderful person. I'll miss you my USG friend. Hugs!!

Elaine Chapa

November 9, 2012

I had the pleasure of working with Greg for many years. No matter what was happening at work, Greg was excited to get out there and make something happen. I will miss his energy, his compassion, his smile and his sense of humor. My heart goes out to the Christakis family...

Brian McLaughlin

November 9, 2012

I met Greg through coaching Jess in soccer. Always upbeat and positive, those who knew him were truely blessed. Kelly, Jess and Matt my prayers are with you.

Eugenia Nicholas

November 9, 2012

George and I will remember Greg's great sense of humor, wonderful songs and guitar and jolly laugh. Kelly we cannot believe this and wish you and the kids some comfort knowing he is with God and his Dad now. We will cherish our times at Lake Cumberland and all those memories.
Genie and George Nicholas(Huntertown, IN)

Janet Astle (Baker)

November 8, 2012

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God be with you and comfort you.

Robert Wright

November 8, 2012

I have never met Greg that I know of but he had an impact on my brother and sister in law as neighbors. Reading what people have said here about Greg demonstrates what a loss this world has now experienced. I have been praying for Greg for some time and am very sorry for your loss, will continue to pray that you will be comforted in your grief.

Leslie Patron

November 8, 2012

Dear Kelly,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Sending love and light to you and your family.

John Neil

November 8, 2012

Kelly, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your children. Greg was such a charismatic and caring person and will be missed by many!!

Walter Robinson

November 8, 2012

I met Greg through work and as classy as he was in his position he was even a better friend. We had several trips that I will always have special memories. We shared the same love of music and the time I spent with him was always filled with laughter and good times. Thank You for sharing him. To Greg's family, he truly was a special soul and my thoughts and prayers are with you. Greg, I Love You Brother. Thank you for our friendship. You made me a better person knowing you! I will miss you.

Rick Planey

November 8, 2012

So sorry for your loss Kelly. Greg was such a wonderful person to everyone.Mom and Dad send there love to you and your whole family. I will miss his singing and playing the guitar. I also can still remember when I was little Greg giving me a cinnncinatti bengal beer can a collectable can and I still have it.The Planey Family

Rick Planey

November 8, 2012

So sorry hear of Gregs passing. Mom and Dad are heart broken over this he was a wonderful person.He will be deeply loved and missed dearly.I will never forget when I was little and listening to him play the guitar and giving me my first Cinncinatti Bengals beer can and I still have it. The Planey Family

Kim

November 8, 2012

Dear Kelly, Jess, Matt and Christakis and Dunn families,

My job is not easy, but I get my strength from those people on thier final journies. Greg was such an inspiration to me. His determination, strength, ability to get through each day as normally as possible, as well as the laughter and love he shared for and with everyone he came in contact with was just amazing. His face lit up when his co-workers and friends came to visit, when you talked about his children and soccer, when Kelly arrived home after a long day and when his family was by his side. My visit wasn't complete without a laugh and a hug. My thoughts and prayers are with your Family and Friends and I know Greg will always be watching over each of you.

Don Brandt

November 8, 2012

May God Bless you in this time of sorrow. Our prayers are with your family. Don Brandt - USG

Gale Burkins

November 8, 2012

Kelly,
You and your family have been in my prayers for this past year. Greg fought so hard to remain in this world and you were so couragious during his battle to overcome the cancer. If there is anything I can do for you,please don't hesitate to call.
My Deepest Sympathy & Love,
Gale

Doug Ayers

November 8, 2012

Greg and USG have given so much to our company but even greater than his professionalism in helping us out was his friendship, kindness and caring. Everyone here at C. J. Coakley Co. Inc. will sorely miss him. His guitar playing and singing were simply extensions of his love for life and please know he touched all of us.

Bobbie Lee

November 8, 2012

My deepest sympathy to the Christakis family. I only met and spoke with Greg a few times in training/ meetings with USG. He was so nice to me the first time I met him at a High Impact Presentation training in Baltimore when he picked me up at the airport. He was such a kind, giving person. I know he must have been a fantastic husband and dad and he will truly be missed.

Kaye Sechrest

November 8, 2012

Kelly,

Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God guide you through this difficult time! Love to all.

Jean Sunell

November 8, 2012

Dear Kelly, Jessie, and Matthew,
I cannot find the words to express how deeply sorry I am for your loss. You have been my next door neighbors for several years now and I am so grateful to have known such a wonderful, loving, giving man. He was such a great husband, father, and friend. I will miss listening to him playing his guitar on your deck, I will miss seeing him and my husband working together on the lawns, laughing, carrying on, and joking with one another. I will never forget how Greg came over and put the swing set together for my grandchildren, Tyce and Trent. He was such a giving person. My heart is aching not only for myself, but for you and your entire family and friends. Such a great loss, but I know that Greg is no longer in pain and is in paradise, now. I know he has not left you, but has gone on to his next and final life in paradise. I also know he will always be with you and will be watching over you. Please know you are not alone during this difficult time and we will always be there to help you with anything you need. Ask and it is done. Thank you so much for sharing Greg's last days with us and allowing us to come over and spend time with him. We love you and may GOD ease your pain. We will continue to pray for you as we have from the first day we learned Greg was sick. Jean, Joe, and Joseph Sunell

Lori & Ira Beyer

November 8, 2012

Kelly, Jess and Matt we are heartbroken for your loss. We will continue to keep your entire family in our prayers. We are always here if you need anything at all! Love you!!

Maria Stone

November 8, 2012

Kelly, Jessica and Matthew our hearts go out to you and know that we are here for you.

Greg, growing up with you and your family, I have such fond memories of our great trips and visits with everyone in St.C. My brother and I looked up to you and your sister and always loved & looked forward to spending the Holidays together.

You always had an ear to lend Greg and advice to give. You've only wanted the best for everyone and saw the good in people. You have been such a good example to your family with the time you set aside to spend with them, your role as a provider and work ethic, your strong bond with your parents and many friends etc...

We had some fun times like our trip to Greece and of course you playing Jimmy Buffett songs at our wedding with the band's guitar. What a gift!

We are saddened by your departure but know that you have found peace and are enjoying the Kingdom. Do a Greek dance with my dad, your dad & grab yiayia too up there and know that we love you.

November 8, 2012

Kelly, My thoughts and prayers for you and your family. My heart aches for you and your children.
suzie parish lucas

Stacey & Joe Brossoit

November 8, 2012

Kelly, Jess, Matt and Family...Our hearts go out to each and everyone of you. Greg was truly a special person...a true gentleman. Always willing to help a neighbor or friend in need, with a smile on his face.

We hope that you'll be comforted by all of the beautiful memories you have in your heart and the support from your family and friends. Please call on us anytime...we're always here for you.

All of our love,

The Brossoit's

Tom Rysdyk

November 8, 2012

Kelly my thoughts and prayers are with you. Greg was the best. I can still see him on our PEP cruise out doing the cruise entertainment folks with his guitar and singing Jimmy Buffet tunes.

Ted Spanellis

November 8, 2012

Dear Kelly,Jess, and Matt,

Words cannot express how sorry we are that Greg has passed.Greg was truly a pleasure to be around,full of laughter and life.People like Greg are few and far between.You must know that he will always be watching over you.The love you shared together will always be there.Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ted Spanellis and Family

Ted & Dawn Spanellis

November 8, 2012

We are so very sorry for your loss. Greg was such an all around great guy... always thinking of everyone else even when he was so sick. Derek loved talking with him and always said "Mr. Greg is such a nice guy" he will greatly miss him as well as all of us. We are sending our strength, love and prayers to help get you through this extremely hard time. We are here if you need anything please call. With Love The Spanellis Family

Aisha Barnes

November 8, 2012

Greg was truly a wonderful guy. He was so dedicated to his faith, family, friends. He had a passion for life and brought that to work with him every day. He always had a smile on his face and never let anything get him down. I will miss talking to him about everything under the sun. Kelly - my prayers and thoughts are with you and your children at this difficult time. May your hearts find peace and comfort.

Diane & Joe Caravella

November 8, 2012

We didn't know Greg & Kelly for that long. We met Greg & his family through our grandson, Derek whose dating Jessica. Greg loved to come and watch Derek's games. We also met his family when Derek & Jessica graduated. Greg was so very proud of his family and in his accomplish-ments he had made to his beautiful home. We feel truly blessed to have met Greg and send our love & sincerest sympathies to the entire family.

Michael Gilot

November 8, 2012

Heaven gained a great man on Tuesday; Nov. 6th., 2012. You'll sure be missed my ole wrestling buddy and friend.

I have four "Phenomenal" children, a wonderful wonderful wife of 23 years and a tremendous loving family...
I can only empathize with the Christakis and Dunn family. They are truly living with un-imaginable loss.

But we can hope — and we can trust — that Greg is now at peace and with God.

Something like this has reminded us how sacred and blessed we are for each of our families, our children and great loving friends.

Greg, his entire family and closest friends is such an inspiration to all of us to survive and get through each day... No matter what obstacles lay before us.

They are certainly experiencing waves of grief — that is just how it comes. But we must always keep remembering Greg as a bright light, a dear husband, wonderful daddy and most special, caring friend.

Part of what made Greg special was his "deep love" for his family, passion for life and gentle; fun loving, character and integrity... a determined man, husband and father.

Greg had such a strong love of life and such a friendly demeanor, he'd just blend-right-in with anyone and volunteer his love... always giving of himself to others. He just loved and accepted everyone. Greg and Kelly raised their children in a very loving home, in a loving community and schools while always surrounding his family with his closest friends. Greg had such a love of life! He was someone who had to pass from this life far too early.

Knowing Greg is with his father now and his Savior Christ Jesus, I boldly pray for his family; Kelly, Jessica and Matthew.

Rest with Peace in Eternity my heavenly brother.

Peace, Love, Strength and Wisdom to his family and friends.

You are certainly missed...

All my love,
Michael Gilot & Family
Dallas, TX
[email protected]
512.757.9824

Susan Raneri

November 8, 2012

When I started with USG in Baltimore, Greg was my mentor, friend and trained me on everything ceilings and for that I am very grateful. His passion for the industry and sincere style was amazing. Greg you set the bar as a great friend, supporter and colleague. I will miss you. My prayers go out to the family.

Scott Weiss

November 8, 2012

Greg,
Our personal thoughts and prayers are with you. You will be missed, although never forgotten

Michael Menn

November 7, 2012

Christakis family,
You are in my thougths and prayers. Greg Christakis always made me smile and I will remember his strength, determination and Love of Family. He treated all of us at work like "family". "Keep The Faith" is a phrase Greg used often. May your faith,family and friends give you strentgh. Greg Rest in Peace: I Love You Brother !

John Amsler

November 7, 2012

I will dearly miss my friend and my colleague

Garlanda Freeze

November 7, 2012

I remember Greg's tremendous hearty laugh. Our conversations organically intertwined between family and work. He expressed a sincere love for his family and I will always admire that. Even though it has been a few short years that I have known Greg through work at USG, I feel like I had a friend for a lifetime. We miss you dearly Greg and Kelly although I have not had the privilege of meeting you, my sincerest thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Linda Moran

November 7, 2012

Kelly, Jess and Matt, Greg was such a wonderful guy. Will never forget all our years on those soccer fields watching our girls play! Greg was on the sidelines taking pictures and cheering our girls on! Always so positive to talk with and always had such nice things to say! My thoughts and prayers go out to you all.

Ken Kammerer

November 7, 2012

Even though we only met Greg a little over two years ago when Kathy joined Jess's Harford Kicks soccer team, we loved the multiple conversations we had with him while watching Jess and Kathy play games. For some reason we always ended up next to each other during many of the games. He was an absolute joy to be around and talk with.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in your loss.

Ken, Nancy & Kathy

Marcia and Joe McCormack

November 7, 2012

Kelly,
All of our thoughts, prayers and love are with you and the kids.
The McCormacks

Ed Kiley

November 7, 2012

I remember Greg with a smile and much fondness. I first Greg back in 2007 when I decided to coach soccer again with my younger children. (I had coached my two older sons for a number of years in Club and High School) We formed a team and called them the Emmorton Gators and Greg was my assistant coach. Matt played on the team with my son Patrick. Greg and I had a ball coaching the team. I remember every game was a battle and every game someone was looking to knock us off. We went undefeated over the course of the season. Greg was like a sponge who couldn't learn enough about soccer. He would constatntly ask me about positioning and strategy.

I would often bump into Greg at Dunkin Donuts or about town and we would re-live our coaching triumphs together. We would laugh together like a couple of big kids. He actually remembered the details of many of the games.

I will always remember Greg as a great guy who loved his family and who was loyal to his friends. I am blessed to be able to call Greg a friend. I will miss him.

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