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George Litos Obituary

George Litos

March 10, 2022

George Litos, 84, of Roanoke, Virginia, passed away on Thursday, March 10, 2022.

He is survived by his wife, Jenny; four children, Kelly Wrenn, Kimber (Kevin) Rotty, Michael (Kathleen) Litos, and Robb (Holly) Litos; and his five grandchildren, Ian, Jack, Ryan, Nicholas, and Elias. He was predeceased by his parents, Jerry and Helen Litos; sister, Elizabeth Pappas; and son-in-law, John Wrenn.

George was a devoted husband, father, friend, educator, coach, and a longtime member of Heights Community Church. He settled his family in Roanoke after earning a master's degree in Education from the University of Virginia and taught in multiple Roanoke Valley schools. He was a great storyteller who enjoyed sports, westerns, and Petersburg High School Reunions (POGO).

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, March 15, 2022, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Oakey's South Chapel on Brambleton Ave. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, March 16, 2022, at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.oakeys.com.

Published by Roanoke Times on Mar. 13, 2022.

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Pat Manies

April 18, 2023

We are so sorry to hear about our cousin George.
I just learned of his passing. May he rest in peace. Love Pat(Giannakis) Manies and Family.

Tom Kellam

March 15, 2022

My sincere condolences for your loss. George and I grew up together in CH and enjoyed our childhood there. May he RIP...

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Connie and Frank Hayes

March 14, 2022

We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. We wish you peace and comfort.

Jane Jones

March 13, 2022

I remember you fondly when I worked at VA Hgts 1984-94. Also you are my neighbor. I still live on Brookfield even though my husband passed away 6 years ago. My prayers are with you in your loss.

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