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Alex Chakeris Obituary

Alex John Chakeris, 61, of 22 Essex Court, died Wednesday, November 3, 2010 at Greenville Memorial Medical Center.
Born in Charleston, he was the son of the late John T. and Antastasia Charonis Chakeris.
Mr. Chakeris was employed with Von Hollon Electrical Company and was a member of Hampton Park Baptist Church.
Surviving are two brothers, Jim Chakeris of Greenville and Dr. Themy Chakeris and wife, Nena, of Charleston; two sisters, Lythea Gatgounis, PhD and husband, Dr. John, of Charleston and Eva Henry and husband, Albert, of Clemson; and several nieces and nephews.
Memorials may be made to Hampton Park Baptist Church, 875 State Park Road, Greenville, SC 29609.
Visitation will be held Saturday, November 6, 2010 from 9:30 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. at Hampton Park Baptist Church with the funeral service following at 11:00 a.m. in the church sanctuary. A private burial will be held.
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Published by The Greenville News on Nov. 5, 2010.

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November 22, 2010

Jim, I had been out of town and just learned about Alex. I am so terribly sorry and send my prayers to you. If I can be of any help, please let me know. Sincerely, Lila Barr

Sylvia Buttery

November 6, 2010

I remember your brother as one of the kindest people I have known. I pray for God's presence and comfort to be real during this time.
Sylvia Appleton Buttery

Jamie and Katie Smith

November 6, 2010

Jimmy,

We are praying for you during this difficult time. We know how much you loved Alex and how close you two were. Praying for God's comfort for you during Alex's passing.

Jim and Ruthie Gould

November 6, 2010

Dear Jimmy,
Our hearts go out to you this morning as you prepare for the memorial service for Alex. We are praying for you. You and Alex were a team for the Lord. I know you will miss him greatly.
We love you,
Your neighbors, The Gould Family
Jim, Ruthie, Hannah, Josh, Esther, Naomi, Jeremiah, Joseph, Joel, and Jesse

Nathanial Petersen

November 6, 2010

I have no words to say to you Jimmy, but we know Alex is in the Everlasting Arms of his Savior, Jesus Christ. All I got to say for him like you is spent for Jesus Christ.

Rhonda Holden

November 5, 2010

Jimmy and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We pray that God will be with you to strengthen you and comfort through this time.

Scott and Rhonda (Pittman) Holden

Chris Slagle

November 5, 2010

Jimmy I am so sorry for your loss. We will miss Alex at work. God Bless

Brad, Ellie and Johnny Churdar

November 5, 2010

Jimmy, I am so sorry for your loss. Grief can seem so unbearable. I have prayed for you and will continue to do so.

Kirk Dickerson

November 5, 2010

We are praying for you all

Pam Elledge

November 5, 2010

Jim, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. I know you will miss Alex. I pray the Lord will comfort you during this time and always, because you will always miss him. You were good brothers together. I could never tell you two apart but I know you were always together. Lord bless you.
Your neighbor, Pam

November 5, 2010

Our thoughts and Prayers are with the family.
Sincerly Tom Ramsey & Keith Keriazakos
(TK Construction )

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