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John was born in Ikaria, Greece, and at 15 years of age settled in Northeast Ohio.
Beloved husband to Frances for nearly 70 years. Loving father to Greg (Peggy) and Marianne (Rick).
Proud grandfather to Kalie and Hannah (Steven) and Godfather to Karen (deceased) and Audrey.
John dearly loved his family and friends and was proud to have served in the US Navy. He was an avid fan of all Cleveland sports teams.
John was a proud member and supporter of St Paul Greek Orthodox Church.
Preceded in death by his parents Sarantos and Marianthi, by brothers Ross (Ann), Mathew (Areti) and Gus (Popi, surviving) and sisters Joanne (Sam) and Athena (Tony, surviving).
Survived by his sisters Sophie (Sam, deceased) and Vicki (Paul, deceased), as well as many nieces and nephews that adored him.
John will always be remembered for his good sense of humor, gentleness, and kindness. He will be deeply missed but never forgotten.
ALL SERVICES at ST. PAUL GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH, 4548 Wallings Rd. North Royalton, OH 44133 on SATURDAY MARCH 22, 2025. VISITATION from 10 to 11AM with FUNERAL SERVICE TO FOLLOW at 11AM. Interment at St. Theodosius Cemetery
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul Greek Orthodox Church or to the St. Paul Greek Orthodox Church Ladies Philoptochos Society.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Werner Sonntag
March 21, 2025
My deepest condolences to the family. May your faith and your good memories of John sustain you in the days ahead.
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