Rico Kavadas

Ricos Kavadas, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2025, in Newnan, Georgia, at the age of 86. Born on November 2, 1938, Ricos lived a life full of love, laughter, and dedication to his family and community.
Ricos emigrated from Greece to the United States in 1960, driven by the dream of building a better life. He embraced the American Dream with determination and hard work, becoming a successful entrepreneur in the restaurant industry. His last endeavor was the opening of the Town and Country Restaurant in Coweta County in January 2000, a venture that marked the culmination of his career before he retired.
Ricos was a man of many passions. He cherished his family deeply, finding joy in the company of his children and grandchildren. Known for his sense of humor and warm personality, Ricos never met a stranger. He loved to dance and took many trips back to his homeland in Greece, keeping his heritage close to his heart.
A devout member of St. Christopher Hellenic Orthodox Church in Peachtree City, Georgia, Ricos was a pillar of his community, embodying the values of faith and fellowship.
He is preceded in death by his siblings, Tel Kavadas and Christina Karagianni. Ricos is survived by his devoted wife of 47 years, Debbie Kavadas; his children, Alexi Kavadas and his partner Vesta Joiner, Teddy Kavadas and his wife Debbie, Stacie Hawkins and her husband Jon; his cherished grandchildren, Jimmy Hawkins (Mary Stuart), Athena Wilson (Tyler), and Aleksia Kavadas; and his great-granddaughter, Stacia Wilson. He also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews who will miss him dearly.
A funeral service to honor Ricos's life will be held on Friday, June 6, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Parrott Funeral Home, with visitation one hour prior. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens in College Park, GA.
Ricos Kavadas will be remembered for his unwavering love for his family, his zest for life, and his remarkable journey from Greece to America. His legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew him. Memory Eternal.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Christopher Hellenic Orthodox Church Building Fund, 313 Dividend Drive, Suite 210, Peachtree City, GA 30269 or, City of Hope Atlanta, 600 Celebrate Life Parkway, Newnan, Georgia 30265.