Tom P. Pallas
1934 - 2023
Tom P. Pallas
1934 - 2023
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BORN
1934
DIED
2023
Tom Pallas Obituary
Norton Shores
Tom Peter Pallas, age 88, passed away on Wednesday June 7, 2023. He was born August 31, 1934, to Peter and Julia (Toumbano) Pallas in Marquette, MI. Tom was a veteran of the United States Army. After returning home, he married his wife, Nina Moulatsiotis, on August 27, 1961, in Marquette, MI. Tom had a passion for teaching and worked for 32 years as a middle school teacher for Fruitport Public Schools. He also taught Drivers' Education for many years and founded the Fruitport Varsity Football Program. Tom had a passion for hunting, fishing, and bowling, even owning his own bowling alley – The Michigan Bowling Center in Downtown Muskegon. He was a longtime member of Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church where he served on the board and as a member of AHEPA on both a local and state level. Tom loved his family very much and will be missed by SURVIVORS: wife, Nina Pallas; 5 children: Peter (Sally) Pallas, William (Jodi) Pallas, George (Kay) Pallas, Julia (Jeff) Hyland, and Toni McCabe; 9 grandchildren: Paige (Jordan) Raiford, Thomas (Aleece) Pallas, Joseph Pallas, Jacklyn Pallas, Nicholas (Kayleigh) Pallas, Erica Pallas, Kyle Pallas, Delaney McCabe, and Conner McCabe; 4 great grandchildren: Vail, Leighton, Violet, and Wesley. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers: Paul Pallas and George Pallas. A FUNERAL SERVICE will be held at 10:00am Monday, June 12, 2023 at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church (185 E Pontaluna Rd, Muskegon, MI 49444) with Fr. Joseph Gingrich presiding. VISITATION will be held from 4-6pm Sunday at The Lee Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 6291 Harvey St, Norton Shores, MI 49444 where the Trisagion Service will be held at 6:00 PM Sunday evening. Memorial Contributions can be made to the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church Memorial Fund. Share memories with the family and sign the online guestbook at www.sytsemafh.com
Dorothy Poland.
July 16, 2023
Nina and Family,
My condolences are a sincere effort to express my sadness and heart to you all. Tom and his family were a part of my life as we raised kids and wrestlers. Meh God hold you in His arms and give you all healing. Dorothy Poland
Michael Bosma
June 26, 2023
So sorry to here of his passing. He was my 7th grade English teacher and 1965 Drivers Ed. instuctor. I think back in time he was somewhat feared and loved at the same time. Rest in peace and you will always be remembered.
Kathryn (Clare) Nash
June 14, 2023
Mr. Pallas was a formidable force in so many of our lives. Lovingly feared & so influential. I´ve run into him over the years - he was always jovial & ready to chat. Peace & love to the family.
Jack Jensen
June 13, 2023
Nina & Family
May God bless you and your family. With deepest sympathy, sorry for your loss.
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Hank Christiansen
June 11, 2023
I well remember coach Pallas as an early mentor, one to always keep in mind. Pleased to have talked with him a few years back.
Thomas Schurino
June 10, 2023
Mr. Pallas was my 8th grade math teacher and by far the best teacher I had at Fruitport High School. He was also my driver's Ed teacher. Haven't caused an accident yet! Tom Schurino
Dan and Linda Poort
June 9, 2023
Dear Nina, we are so sorry for your loss. You and Tom have been wonderful neighbors. Tom was at our front door, the first to welcome us to the neighborhood, with a wonderful cake that you had baked. You are in our thought and prayers.
Karen Thompson
June 9, 2023
Mr. Pallas was my Driver Ed teacher. He was tough on us, taught us well and we all loved him. I'm 74 now and have a perfect driving record. Thank you Mr. Pallas. You will be greatly missed by all you have touched.
David Aker
June 9, 2023
Thank you Coach for helping us to become men. Your strength and discipline taught us we could reach beyond our individual capabilities working as a team.
You will always be remembered fondly.
Dave Aker
Chuck Stuhan
June 9, 2023
With deepest sympathy, sorry for your loss, Pete.
Chuck Stuhan
Mark Smith
June 8, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Sorry for your loss Pete.
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