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Michael Zaharias Obituary
Michael John Zaharias, Sr.
May 21, 1940 - May 25, 2022
HEBRON - Michael John "Zeke" Zaharias, Sr., 82, of Hebron, passed away Wednesday, May 25, 2022. He was born May 21, 1940, in Gary, IN, to John and Katherine (Coutouzis) Zaharias. Michael worked in management at U.S. Steel, retiring after 40 years of service and briefly served in the U.S. Navy. He was a highly active member of St. Iakovos Greek Orthodox Church, Valparaiso and AHEPA.
On September 22, 1963, Michael married Constance "Connie" Manolakis who survives along with their children: Catherine Mashburn, Christine Zaharias, and Mike Zaharias, Jr.; grandchildren: Mike (Tyler) Zaharias III, Constance Wilmoth, Eleni Zaharias, and Alexandra Mashburn; two great grandchildren: Tristan and Rose; and his sister, Kaliope Domoras. He was preceded in death by his parents; and siblings: Mary Coros and Nick Zaharias.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, May 31, 2022, from 3:00-7:00 PM at MOELLER FUNERAL HOME 104 Roosevelt Rd., Valparaiso, with a AHEPA Service at 6:00 PM and Trisagion Service at 6:30 PM. Funeral Service will be Wednesday at 10:00 AM at St. Iakovos Greek Orthodox Church, 36 W. 700 N., Valparaiso, with burial to follow at Graceland Cemetery, Valparaiso. Memorials may be made to St. Iakovos Greek Orthodox Church.
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for Michael Zaharias
Don Benjamin
May 21, 2025
I graduated with Mike from Emerson in 1958. He was a Good friend of mine! Miss Him! Don Benjamin
Don Benjamin
Don Benjamin
May 21, 2024
I graduated with Mike in 1958 at Emerson High. He was a dear friend! R.I.P.
Mike!
Bo Walker
May 29, 2022
Mr. Zaharias.... Uncle Mike, thank you for the amazing friendship and memories. You´ll truly be missed! Thinking of your family, our friends and neighbors. Love you Cathy, Crissey, Mike, and Mrs. Zaharias!
Rita Lintner
May 29, 2022
We miss . the fun we had with r Great neighbors. SO sorry for ur loss Connie and family.Know that u r in r !!!!!
Don Benjamin Sr.
May 28, 2022
I graduated with him at Emerson High in 1958 He was a Good Friend of mine. He will be Missed!
Betty Gorman
May 27, 2022
Connie, Godchildren Kathy, Chris and Mike. My deepest sympathy. May God keep Michael in His Grace always and may his memory be eternal.
The Barron Family
May 27, 2022
We send our deepest condolences to The Zaharia´s Family and Friends. The little time that our family came to know Papou we knew immediately what type of a man he was. We are very sad to see him pass especially for our grandchildren who he loved deeply. (Tristan and Rose) For anyone who had chance to know him it was a privilege. We know he will be welcomed in Heaven. Very sorry for your loss.
Barbara Dodson Barnes
May 27, 2022
Cathy, I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of your father. Please know you and your family are in my prayers. I have fond memories of your dad from the Greek Fest. He always was smiling and having a good time. May you find peace and comfort during this difficult time. love you my friend.
Amy Heisler
May 27, 2022
Sending my Deepest Condelence....
Love you all. May his memory be eternal!
Tom Ciesielski
May 27, 2022
Please accept my deepest condolences. Cathy and all of the Zaharias' family will be in my thoughts and prayers
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