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Christopher Mavrikis Obituary

DOVER - Christopher George Mavrikis, 50, of Dover, passed away April 7, 2016, at the Hyder Family Hospice House in Dover.

He was born in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, on December 4, 1965, the son of Elaine (Phyllides) Mavrikis and the late George Mavrikis.

Christopher attended Portsmouth High School and Great Bay College in Portsmouth. He was a lobsterman in the seacoast area for many years.

He is survived by his mother Elaine (Phyllides) Mavrikis; sister, Cheryl L. Hill and her husband Terry of Barrington; brother Craig P. Mavrikis of Eliot, Maine; nephews, Spencer T. Hill of Barrington and Alexander "Xander" Mavrikis and his mother Robbin Levin of Rye; aunts, Susan Selkirk of Calif., Joanne Phyllides of N.H., and Priscilla Mavrikis of Mass.; great-aunt Kay Phyllides of Dover, N.H.; several cousins; and his step-mother Ann Mavrikis of Dover; step-sister Molly Arau; and step-brother Emmet O'Gara

SERVICES: Visiting hours will be held from 4-6 p.m., on Tuesday, April 12, 2016, at the J. Verne Wood Funeral Home-Buckminster Chapel, 84 Broad Street, Portsmouth. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m., on Wednesday, April 13, 2016, at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, 40 Andrew Jarvis Drive, Portsmouth, N.H. Flowers will be accepted and/or donations may be made in Christopher's memory to a charity of one's choice. Visit: www.jvwoodfuneralhome.com to sign the online guest book.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Foster's Daily Democrat from Apr. 9 to Apr. 12, 2016.

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Nancy Reuscher

April 13, 2016

Such a long journey, Christopher. You're finally Home, your soul at peace in the place of Love. Pray for us who follow after.

Nan

John McDonough

April 13, 2016

Rest in peace Chris.

Cheri

April 13, 2016

You are at peace and you left beautiful memories of the best of who you were, Chris. Rest easy.
I've got Cinnamon - she's safe and happy.

April 12, 2016

Sending our love to Elaine, Cheryl and Craig for the loss of your son and brother. I have such great memories growing up in Greenland with all of you. Of course Cheryl was/is one of my best friends and I spent so much time in your home. I felt like Craig & Chris were my brothers! Love you all, Michelle Jette-Parshley and Family.

~Gina Fiandaca- Oeser

April 12, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy to his family. May God bless you all in your time of sorrow.

Christophe

April 12, 2016

Our condolences at this difficult time. He will be missed, but is now at peace.

Holly Plaisted

April 12, 2016

Cheryl, Craig, Ann, Molly, Emmet, I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you all,
Holly Plaisted

Debbie Oliver

April 11, 2016

Chris was such a character, I loved to hear about his life experiences in lobstering and when he was attending college, I am so glad he is at pease. Debbie Ann Oliver, clip joint barbers

Helen & Donna Sebastyanski

April 11, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Stephanie

April 11, 2016

"So also you have sorrow now, but I will see you again, and your hearts will rejoice, and no one will take your joy from you." John 16:22 Sweet Christobell, I hope your suffering is over and you've found true peace and happiness. ... always

April 10, 2016

Elaine and family,
We are so sorry to learn that Chris is no longer with you. He fought a difficult battle and he is now home and in restful peace. Our prayers will continue for your family during this difficult time.
Love, Jim and Ginger

Ann Marie Hackett

April 10, 2016

Praying for the family, so sorry to hear of your loss.

Arthur Ashley

April 10, 2016

RIP. Chris. Prayers to all.

April 10, 2016

I am so very sorry Elaine to hear of your son's passing. I am continuing to pray for you.

Diane Canada

April 10, 2016

Thinking of you, Cheryl, and your family.

Ace

April 9, 2016

RIP Mav. Prayers and condolences to Craig and the rest of his family. I am truly sorry for your loss

Susan Selkirk

April 9, 2016

To Elaine, Cheryl, Craig and all the family: So terribly sad to lose dear Christopher, our son, brother, nephew uncle, friend. We will remember Chris as a highly intelligent, witty and deeply sensitive person. The sorrow of losing him is beyond expression. May you find peace, Christopher. With love, Susan

Simone Duven

April 9, 2016

My sincere condolences on the passing of Chris. He brought smiles whenever we were able to visit and will be fondly remembered.
Love, Troy's little sister Simone

MaryEllen (Terrio) Slone

April 9, 2016

Sincere sympathy to Priscilla and all of Christopher's family. I grew up with Priscilla and George. Love and prayers to all.

K Herrick (Heffernan)

April 9, 2016

my deepest condolences to chris' family and friends. i am so very sorry for your loss.

Tammy Miller-Carroll

April 8, 2016

so sorry to hear of Chris's passing. may he rest in peace.

Trish Vincent

April 8, 2016

My condolences to Chris's family. I went to school with Chris since first grade and was saddened to read of his passing.

Tena Heffernan

April 8, 2016

I am so sorry.

An old friend

April 8, 2016

Prayers to all of Chris's family.
Christopher brought me back to Church many years ago and I will be forever grateful to have met him for that.

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