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James Coros Obituary
James N. Coros
Oct. 29, 1922 - July 22, 2022
VALPARAISO - James N. Coros, age 99, passed away on July 22, 2022. Born in Gary, IN on October 29, 1922 to the late Nick and Theodisia (nee Gavalas) Kouros.
He was a retired baker and owner of a bakery, member and one of the founding members of St. Iakovos Greek Orthodox Church, US Army Veteran with the 3rd Army under General Patton, member of the Battle of the Bulge Club, American Legion Post 94 and 1943 graduate of Emerson High School in Gary, IN.
James is survived by children: Nick (Linda) Coros of Noblesville, IN, John Coros of Valparaiso, IN, James (Denise) Coros of Saxon, WI; grandchildren: Nicholas (fiance Brooke), Becky (Mitch) Foss, Christina, James and Mary Coros; great-grandchildren: Alexa and Camden Foss; sister, Janet Panagiotis.
Preceded in death by wife, Mary Coros; parents; siblings: Irene, John, Mary, Mike and Anna.
Friends may call on Wednesday, July 27, 2022 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the DYKES FUNERAL HOME, 2305 N. Campbell St., Valparaiso, IN with a Trisagion service at 5:30 p.m. The funeral service will be at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 28, 2022 at St. Iakovos Greek Orthodox Church, 36 W. 700 N., Valparaiso, IN with Fr. James Greanias officiating. Interment, Graceland Cemetery, Valparaiso, IN.
Memorials may be made to St. Iakovos Greek Orthodox Church.
Arrangements by Dykes Funeral Home, Inc., (219) 462-3125.
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Memories and Condolences
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Alice
July 30, 2022
Another Baker called to Heaven. Our sympathies to the Coros Family. My mother, Juanita, worked with Jim for many years & was good friends with your Aunt Janet. May God be with you during this difficult time.
Lorri and Dean Kilavos
July 27, 2022
Our most sincere condolences on passing of Jim. He was dearest friend of our beloved Papou, John Kilavos. May his memory be eternal!
Shelley Sebby
July 26, 2022
Awww so sorry for your loss..thoughts and prayers are with you all..take care, love and hugs...Shelley (Pioneer friend of Denise and Jim)
Susan Herring Resteau
July 26, 2022
To my neighbor of almost 50 years I appreciated our friendship and I will miss you. You are part of the greatest generation and your service to our county & community will be remembered. May the good Lord bless you and grant you rest.
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