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MICHAEL STAVROU Obituary

Michael Stavrou of Green Oaks Michael Stavrou passed away on Sunday, May 6, 2012, at Midwestern Regional Medical Center in Zion. He wasborn in Greece and had lived in Green Oaks for the past 11 years. Michael and his wife Vicky are the owners of Mrs. V's Restaurants in Des Plaines and Round Lake Beach. He loved to joke and his laughter and humor will never be forgotten. Surviving are his beloved wife, Afroditi "Vicky" Stavrou. He was the loving father of Bill (Emily), Dimitri and Erene; devoted grandfather of Peyton Michael and Cooper John; and dear brother of Elias (Irene), Chrisostomos (Marina) and Panagiotis "Pete." Michael will always be remembered and deeply missed by his many brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law; and will be in the hearts of his many nieces, nephews and friends, as he always put everyone else first. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 10, at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, 1400 N. O'Plaine Road, Libertyville. Interment will follow at The Most Holy Mother of God Cemetery in Third Lake. Visitation will be from 4 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, at the Burnett-Dane Funeral Home Ltd., Gary A. Durante, Director, 120 W. Park Ave. (Route 176, one block west of Milwaukee Ave.), Libertyville. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Assistance in Healthcare. in care of Midwestern Regional Medical Center, CTCA, 2520 Elisha Ave., Zion, IL 60099. For information, 847-362-3009 or please sign the guest book at www.burnettdane.com.

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Published by Daily Herald on May 8, 2012.

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EGS Electrical

May 17, 2012

We visit Mrs. V's at least once a week here in DesPlaines. Mike and Vickie and their son always make us feel so welcome. This personal touch to customer service was felt throughout the entire staff. God Bless Mike. He will be missed by us all.

The Gang from EGS Electrical Group

Amanda Wilenius

May 10, 2012

We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Keeping you in our prays!

Love, The Wilenius, Amanda(Giallombardo) David Arianna and Kahlan

Colleen Hembrook

May 9, 2012

Mike made me feel so welcome, and even though he was sick, alway's had a smile and asked me how I was doing. Wish I could have known him longer, but so happy I had the honor to be a small part of his. My love & Prayer's are with him and the family.

May 9, 2012

We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the Stavrou family for their loss.

Trinity Lutheran Church - Des Plaines, IL

Tom Magarian

May 8, 2012

We would like to express our deepest sympathy to the Stavrou family for the loss of one of the finest men we have had the privilege to know.

Mike was a true entrepreneur, & innovator. He was, and his family is, a valuable asset to our community.

We will never forget Mike, and wish his family good fortune.

The Magarian family, Tom, Maggie, Tom jr, & Liz

Kathryn Treichler

May 8, 2012

My darlings... my heart bleeds for all of you. Let dear Mike rest in peace. Love you all. Gramma Kate

Patrick Korellis

May 8, 2012

I love you Nouno and miss you.

Diane & Gregory Meore

May 8, 2012

Our deepest condolences to the family of Mike. Gregg and I were so sorry to hear about Mike. He always greeted you a smile at "Mrs. V's". We will miss him. Sincerely, Diane A. Meore and Gregory R. Meore (son).

May 8, 2012

John Treichler and Michele are so very sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences go out to the entire family

Danette Ross

May 8, 2012

Dinner at Mrs. V's was like dinner at home-great food, great people who always greeted you with a smile and made you feel welcomed. Mike will always be remembered for his smile and his big heart, as it was obvious he set out to please. Ross family

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