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George Kaneris Obituary
George Kaneris
He was preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his wife, Sofia; by his brother, Bill; extended family; and his current and former staff.
George came to America at the tender age of 18. The restaurant business found him and that is where he stayed for the remainder of his life. George's passion was his restaurant Giorgio's Pizza in Everett. He enjoyed going to work every day and seeing his many faithful patrons and staff. As a small business owner he employed many great people over the past 29 years. His customers and staff will deeply miss him.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Hospice of Snohomish County.
Many heartfelt thanks to hospice, doctors and nurses who provided many years of amazing care.
Memorial services will be held Thursday, April 21, 2011 at Purdy & Walters with Cassidy, 1702 Pacific Ave., Everett, WA 98201. Viewing starts at 11 a.m. Service starts at 1 p.m. Burial service will be at Evergreen on Broadway.
Immediately after we will celebrate his life at his restaurant, Giorgio's Pizza. All are welcome to attend the services and the life celebration.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for George Kaneris
Bob, Margaret, Haley and Emily Bavasi
June 18, 2011
Dear Sofia, Bill, and Family, Our deep condolences to you and yours upon the loss of Georgio. We met Georgio shortly after we brought our little baseball team to Everett, a few years after Georgio's Restaurant began. The Everett Giants (later named AquaSox) was a very tough go to start. Bill and Georgio were one of our first sponsors, advertising the restaurant on all the ticket backs. Georgio's remained with us for as long as we owned the ballclub, nearly 20 years. And our family has been coming to Georgio's ever since that time when Georgio and Bill helped give us our start in Everett. We remain grateful and offer our continued thanks. May Georgio rest in peace. And may all of you carry on operating in such a delightful manner what is a terrific Northwest restaurant and community gathering place.
Ellen Hunter
May 20, 2011
Dear Kaneris Families - My husband and I enjoyed George's smile, friendship and pleasant personality the many years we dined at Giorgio's. We were residents of Everett for many years, retiring and relocating in 1997. Upon our visits to Everett we would treat ourselves with dinner at the restaurant. Please accept my sincere sympathies. My beloved husband lost his battle to cancer in 2006. Those we loved will continue to be the "ones we cherish" in our lives. May our God hold each of you close to him during this difficult time in your lives.
Georgiana Gavrilovich
May 3, 2011
Dear Sophia, I am saddened by the passing of your dear husband, George. You are all in my prayers. I joyfully worked with George at Sparta's when it first opened for three years. He was always my rock. It was a second job for me and sometimes I was very tired, but George always kept me going with his teasing, jokes and warm smile. I love the picture you included. It looks exactly as I remember him. I will always hear his voice calling me "Jorjia" He was a wonderful, warm, loving, kind person and he found the same in you. May God watch over his soul and may He also give you strength and comfort. Memory Eternal.
Georgiana Vucasovich Gavrilovich
May 2, 2011
Dear Sofia, Our prayers and love to you and your family in your loss of George. We have known you for years, and for the past 6 years you have sent special pizza to us in UTAH, which has NO pizza like yours, and we have enjoyed and thought of you often. Take care. Our LOVE, Brian and Tara Winther, Ian and Tana
May 2, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Sofia and your family. We will miss seeing George at Georgious, but we will continue to come in. Take care. LOVE, Lloyd, Nancy and Jilene Winther
Lasley
April 30, 2011
We are so sad to hear that George is no longer with us. My husband and I have been going to Georigios for many many years. Sophi we are very sorry for your loss, we will keep you in our prayers.
Margaret Larsen
April 30, 2011
Sofia, George will be missed by our family. He always had a hug and a smile for my children. We have been faithful patrons for over 25 years and will miss seeing his smile. Our love goes out to you and your family. We hope to see you soon. God is very lucky to have George in heaven. The Larsen's (marysville)
Chris Chadd
April 27, 2011
Sophi, we will dearly miss George, that familiar smile and always friendly embrace. Our thougths and prayers are with you and your family. The California Chadd's
Susi and Wayne Laabs
April 25, 2011
Sophia - We were so sorry to hear about George, We will miss him and I will miss his HUGS! Our prayers are with you and we love you. Susi and Wayne Laabs
April 25, 2011
I have such fond memories of George and his family. We started going to Giorgios in 1981 and it soon became our favorite. I remember my infant son eatig plates of ravioli, cheese and olives! We will miss him. Our thoughts are with you.
Sheila, Ric and Robert Bean
steve corotas
April 25, 2011
George hired me when to work at Giorgio's when I was in high school in the 1980's. I can still clearly remember working with George and his dad way back then. He ran a very clean and well organized business, and the food was great at Giorgio's, and it still is great. It was a very good experience for me working for George. George was always a gentleman. He was a great boss, and I learned over the years that he was really a smart businessman. His hard work inspired me and as I eventually went on to own my own restaurant. May George rest in peace! Sophia, you are awesome! I'm so sorry for your loss. Corotas
April 23, 2011
Hello, When George moved from Sparta's in Lynnwood,Wa and started his own resturant "Giorgio's" in Everett,Wa in the early 80's we followed him and my family enjoyed a wonderful relationship with George,Bill & Sofia over the years.
George would greet you with his wonderful smile and make you feel like family. They make the best pizza in town. Goerge you will be missed but will alway's remeber you. Sophi thanks for hanging in thier for all these years after George's surgery! Your the best! The Uchytil Family, Peggy ,Alan ,Vinn and Family and friends--God Bless---
April 22, 2011
Sophi! You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Pat, Russ, and Glenn Waggoner
April 22, 2011
Sofia,
You are in our thoughts and prayers!
The Otterson Family
Stan & Kathy Sexton
April 22, 2011
Thinking of you at this sad time, Sofia. We will always remember him every time we come in the door for he had his favorite spot and we would look to see if he was there.He loved to tease before his illness took the fun away. Will think of him and be grateful he suffers no more. Stan & Kathy Sexton
Cathy
April 21, 2011
So sorry to read this news. My thoughts go to the family.
April 21, 2011
We are deeply saddened at the news of George's passing. His smile and dedication will be deeply missed. We have never found food and smiles with it to equal that provided by George and his crew. Sophia, we are praying for peace for you, Love, David and Joan McClimans
John and Paula Nelson
April 21, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. He was always so nice and kind when we would come to the restaurant.
Debra Dittamore
April 21, 2011
Sofia and family, My heartfelt condolences go out to you. We will dearly miss George. You are in my Prayers and thoughts. Love and Hugs - Debra Dittamore
Bertine Hofmann
April 21, 2011
Dear Sophia, I just heard about George and I send you my condolences. It won't be the same not seeing him in the back or at the front desk, greeting people. Please know that you are in my prayers.
There is a saying: Death leaves a heartache, no one can heal, but Love leaves a memory, no one can steal.
Rejoyce in your memories.
David Kendrick
April 21, 2011
Bill, Sophia,family and friends... my deepest sympathy. George will be missed. I first met George in 1978 at Spartas...(my first job). He was such a hard worker and I like to think he instilled that value in me. While at college I went to work with George. He was a gentle, kind soul, a good teacher and a good role model. He always made me feel like family and during my turbulent teenage years he was like a big brother to me. I take comfort knowing he is now with our Lord.
Arlene Payseno
April 21, 2011
Dear Sophia: We are so sad! Our condolences to you and your family. We will dearly miss him. Arlene & Alyssa Payseno
Susan Curtis
April 21, 2011
Sophia,
I was deeply saddened to see the notice on the entrance to the restaurant today, about George's passing. The LOVE you two shared was an inspiration to all of us. My prayers continue for you, as you grieve. May God strengthen you during this challenging time, and Bless You with the remembrances of many special times together.
Mark Nagel
April 21, 2011
I was a regular patron of the restaurant for many years (starting back during the early years). I always enjoyed being greeted by George. Sofia, my warmest thoughts for you; I know that you will be strong (that's who you are!).
Chuck Drake
April 21, 2011
Years ago I wife and I lived in Edmond and we would go to Sparta’s Pizza on 176 and Highway 99 then we moved to Lake Stevens and it was so far to Sparta’s Pizza, Then we found Giorgio’s Pizza. Thank heavens. George always made us feel like family. He will truly be missed
April 20, 2011
All of our love and prayers are with you now and forever! Curtis, Kara, Cameron, Carson, Cason, & Kylie!
Victoria Walker
April 20, 2011
Sofia, I am thinking of you. My condolences to you. My family and I spent many a night chatting with you and have fond memories of you and dear George. Take care of yourself.
April 20, 2011
God bless! Linnea and Chris Covington
Bill & Julie Davenport
April 20, 2011
We were sorry to read about George passing away today. We have been patrons of Giorgio's since the opening of the restaurant. George, Sofia and Bill have been good friends to us for many years and their pizza is the "BEST" we have ever eaten.
May God bless you during this time of sorrow and give you strength to move forward.
April 20, 2011
Dear Sophia,
I so sorry for your loss. George meant a lot to us and we will miss greatly miss him. He always had a smile and brotherly advice for us. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
With much love and sympahty,
Evelyn Santiago Weaver
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