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Peter Markos, beloved husband of the late Eleni, nee Georgantopoulos; loving father of Bessie Kalkanis, Sam (Katina) and Christ (Patty) Markos; proud grandfather of Dr. Georgia Kalkanis, Dr. James Kalkanis, Peter S. (Deanna) Markos, Eleni (Demetri) Tsilimigras, Eleni, Peter C. and Yanni Markos; great-grandfather of one; fond brother-in-law, uncle, cousin and friend of many in the U.S., Greece and Canada. In 1955, Peter left his wife and 3 children in Greece to find work on the railroad in Mason City, IA. While working on the railroad, Peter became involved in the restaurant business. In 1962, he brought his family to Iowa and in 1970 they moved to Chicago. In Chicago, Peter opened his first restaurant, Ricky's Restaurant. Peter, along with his sons, came to own and operate: the Diplomat Banquets, Belden Deli's, Venice Banquets, Ricky's at the Brickyard and T.J.'s in the Park. Visitation Saturday from 4 to 9 p.m. at Smith-Corcoran Funeral Home, 6150 N. Cicero Ave., Chicago. Funeral service and interment in Aleas Skotini, Argolidos, Greece. Kindly omit flowers. Donations, in care of his family, to be distributed for the restoration of Koimisi Tis Theotokou Greek Orthodox Church. Arrangements by John G. Adinamis Funeral Director, Ltd. 773-736-3833. 
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VICKY OLIVAREZ
January 18, 2010
A truly kind and generous man, and family, thank you for the many years of work that I had the pleasure of working with you, prayers are with all of you ,Vicky Olivarez proud sever of 10 years Belden Western Ave.and Gurnee
Tasos & Effie Arianas
January 18, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Monique Noelle
January 16, 2010
Such a compassionate family...the Markos family, and so many loving memories! We will keep you all in our hearts by day, and in our prayers at night! Monique Noelle & mom Janet & Grandparents Buonincontro
Ellie Tsitiridis
January 16, 2010
Dear Bessie and kids
I am so sorry to hear of your fathers passing. May God be with you all in your time of sorrow but always remember that he is in a better place looking down upon you. May his memory be eternal. Love Pete and Ellie Tsitiridis
January 15, 2010
Bessie & Sam,
I am truly sorry to hear of your loss. My Mom and Dad also have asked that I pass along to you both that you and your families are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bill Mantas
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