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JOHN YANAKIS Obituary
A World War II Veteran who saw service in the South Pacific, including Okinawa as a member of the Navy Seabees. Completed a Bachelor's at Long Island University and worked as an accountant. He was an early employee of Marshalls and helped manage their Auditing Group at his retirement.
John was a friend to many and devoted his time to great organizations as a member and leader. John loved his church, the Masons (Riboni Lodge, Hellenic Square & Compass Clubs), the American Legion (George Menichios Post), and others. He loved old movies, going to the symphony, the arts, loved to laugh and make others laugh. Most of all, he loved his wife, Amelia, family and friends.
A Funeral Service will be held Friday, June 11, St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church in Lexington at 10AM. Visitation at the Church immediately prior to the Service from 9AM to 10:00AM. Relatives and friends are kindly invited. Donations in his memory may be made to St. Nicholas Church, 17 Meriam Street, Lexington, MA 02420 or to the American Cancer Society. Private interment, Belmont Cemetery. Lexington 781-862-1800
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Mary Ned Fotis
June 2, 2023
What a wonderful man!. Still remember him fondly and his adventures with Frank.
Dean Yanakis
June 11, 2021
Me. John Yanakis was the kindest human being that I knew. He always had positive things to say about everyone. I will always be happy and delighted to call him my adoptive GodFather since back to the 1990’s. Rest In Peace John. The heavens has another great angel. Love Dean Yanakis
Mary Ned Fotis
June 8, 2021
Oh, what a wonderful man! And the go-to guy for anything local, shopping and especially restaurants. John knew what was going on before anyone else, and we all looked up to him for his wisdom, his knowledge and his cheerful mien. Farewell, old friend. You will be welcomed with open arms by so many departed friends whose lives you graced.
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