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Nicholas Christy Obituary
CHRISTY, 91
Christy's Sundown
Restaurant
WINTER HAVEN - Mr. Nicholas L. Christy, age 91, died of natural causes Monday (March 22, 2010).
Born December 17, 1918, in Cheyenne, Wyoming, he came to Winter Haven from Dallas, Texas in 1952. He was the owner and operator of Christy's Sundown Restaurant from 1954 - 2008. He was a member of St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church, Winter Haven, and a past Rotary Club member. He was an Army veteran of WWII and a past member of the American Legion Post #8.
Mr. Christy is survived by his wife Ann L. Christy, Winter Haven; son Anthony Christy, Portland, OR.; brothers Jim Christopulos, Virginia, Tony Christopulos, Milwaukee, WI., Mike Christopulos, Waukegan, IL.; sister Iris Pilafas, Atlanta, GA.; grandson Patrick Christy; granddaughter Annick Christy. He was preceded in death by his grandson Nicholas Christy II.
Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, March 27th at St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church. Burial will follow at Lakeside Memorial Park, Winter Haven. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church, Winter Haven.
Steele's Family Funeral Services, Winter Haven.
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Memories and Condolences
for Nicholas Christy
Paulette
March 29, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time. Always had a smile on his face. A warm sole he was. Everyone was someone to Mr Christy He will be missed
Lynn Davis Van Gundy
March 28, 2010
It is with great fondness that I remember Mr. Christy...the fabulous Nick. I have many happy memories of him but the one I'd like to share is how he comforted me at a time of deep personal loss.
Fifteen years ago, within a short span of time, both my husband and my mother died. Nick knew them both and there was much joyful rapport between all of them. When I came in ALONE to eat after their deaths, Nick sat in the booth and wept with me. Such a dear man with a wide open heart. I was grateful for his real expression of sympathy at my time of sadness.
So now, I extend that to you, his family. Nick will never die -- he lives (BIG) in all our hearts.
Very sincerely,
Lynn Davis Van Gundy
March 28, 2010
It is with great fondness that I remember Mr. Christy...the fabulous Nick. I have many happy memories of him but the one I'd like to share is how he comforted me at a time of deep personal loss.
Fifteen years ago, within a short span of time, both my husband and my mother died. Nick knew them both and there was much joyful rapport between all of them. When I came in ALONE to eat after their deaths, Nick sat in the booth and wept with me. Such a dear man with a wide open heart. I was grateful for his real expression of sympathy at my time of sadness.
So now, I extend that to you, his family. Nick will never die -- he lives (BIG) in all our hearts.
Very sincerely,
Lynn Van Gundy
Lincoln City, Oregon
Elaine Pilafas-Geschke
March 28, 2010
Uncle Nick will be so missed not only by the community but the whole family. There are to many good memories and love to list. The kindest he and Aunt Ann, showed to people, often anonomous,is a lessons we all can learn from. The comforting thing to me, is knowing his precious Grandson, and family was there to great him. We look to the day when God calls us home and know all will be there for the big family reunion. God speed my sweet Uncle, rest in peace our fellow Orthodox Brother. All my Love, Elaine-Pilafas- Geschke Atlanta, Georgia
Suzanne Lull
March 26, 2010
Ann, I'm so sorry for your loss. Mr. Christy was a wonderful man and one who was loved so much. My son, Kevin, always had great respect for "Mr. C" when and after he worked at the restaurant. My prayers are with you and the family.
Laura Bonamarte
March 26, 2010
Uncle Nick was one of a kind, funny, kind and generous. My dad and him would talk daily telling stories that they had told hundreds of times, and laugh like it had just happened yesterday. One of my fondest memories was the Christopulos reunion back in the early 90's. All of the siblings were there and the stories and jokes that were told between my dad (Tony), Uncle Nick and Uncle Bob were classic at best. Aunt Ann, Anthony, Patrick & Annick, I am so sorry for your loss. Uncle Nick was a kind and generous soul. Find peace, solace and strength in all of the many memories you have.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
I love you.
Laura
Cathy Benoit
March 26, 2010
My dad worked for Nick for several years and our family wish to express our sincere sympathies to Nick's family, he was a very dear man and sorely missed. The Broker Family
March 26, 2010
To the Christy family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy. Nick was a legend and had a great life . Nick also inspired many people. The world will miss him as well as you and the family he leaves behind.
TOM AND PAULA STEPHANIS
March 26, 2010
Nick was the best..."How you doing?" was a great welcome. He always asked "How's the family?" There are so many memories that we enjoyed together at Christy's for over 40 years. My father Bob "Bugsy " Segal & Nick had a close relationship from supporting Winter Haven's businesses, the involvement with the Red Sox as well as sharing their interest in the building of St. Sophia & Temple Beth Shalom as they became a realily. His presence will be greatly missed and will always be part of our life memories. Our sincere condolences to all of the Family. Our thoughts & prayers are with you, Debra, Kim, Jett & Maris Segal.
kevin lull
March 26, 2010
I worked Mr.C for many years. He was one of the nicest men you could come across. Always gracious and had one great sence of humor. I'm going to miss ya Mr. C,thank you.
Fr John Galenos Pilafas
March 26, 2010
Dear Theo Nick..I will always remember you during each liturgy for the rest of my life.You were a light to all of us and you will always live in our hearts until we are together again.Rest In Christ dear Orthodox Christian brother and Uncle, Love You Your Nephew Fr John Galenos Pilafas+
steve franklin
March 26, 2010
wow - a legend - gone, hard to believe.
i worked my way thru college working here as a busboy years ago (76-78), i always remember him and that cigar; schmoozing and cooking the catch of members of the redsox here for spring training
steve franklin - [email protected]
206-619-3174
Judy Nagy
March 25, 2010
We are so sorry to hear that Nick passed away. Christy's Sundown was our all time favorite restaurant. We even had our wedding reception there and went back for anniversaries. So many good memories. Christy's was one of a kind, just like Nick. It was so nice when he made the rounds to say hi to all the guests and handed out roses to the ladies. Truely special.
May time bring confort to your hearts during this difficult time.
Judy A. Cuddahee-Nagy & Steven Nagy
Richard Cuddahee
March 25, 2010
To The Entire Christy Family- We are so sorry for your loss. Nick was a great man and had the best restaurant. First Class all the way. We hope that good memories will confort you during this difficult time.
The Cuddahee Family
Teresa & Mikel
March 25, 2010
Very sad to hear of Mr. Christy, he was a gentleman of one kind. "How ya doing" was what we waited to hear!! His business was top notch in Polk County for many years, restaurant and lounge. Our sympathy to Ann and all the family, we love you.
Mikel and Teresa
Winter Haven
David Anderson
March 25, 2010
My parents frequented Christy's in the late 50's during business trips to Bartow from Chicago! "Uncle Nick" was what I called him, because his nephew Georgie and I were best of friends, when Georgie managed the restaurant years ago. I used to frequent the lounge during the days w Freddie as DJ. Even bartended one night during one of Nick's dinner parties around the pool. Will always remember the cigar in his hand, usually not lit, and the "How ya doin'" to everyone at their tables. Will miss you, a Winter Haven icon. Our thought and prayers are with the family.
Nadeem Khan
March 25, 2010
Mr. Christy always treated us with such kindness, he was a really nice gentleman. Christy's was an old time institution the likes of which are not seen today.
Judy DeGarmo-Madaus
March 25, 2010
I am so sorry to read about Nick's passing. He was a class act and his restaurant was the best!!! He always greeted you at your table and asked "how ya doin'"? Everyone loved it.
My sympathy to Ann and family.
Nick Christys brothers and sisters, three brothers I one sister gone, three brothers & one sister surving.
Ann & Tony Christopulos
March 25, 2010
Dear Ann, Anthony, Patrick,& Annick, you lost a beloved husband, a father, and a grandfather, and we all lost a brother, and uncle to so many, that we loved dearly.We named our oldest son after him, & he named his only son after Tony. Nobody we'll ever forget brother Nick, he was unique, the nephews used to imitate him, especially, his famous, "How you doing Man". The memories of Nick and the stories will never end, and will be repeated every time we get together for many years long after we are gone, by our children and grandchildren that knew and loved their uncle Nick.My husband Tony, and Nick spend hours on the phone repeating stories,that we had all heard, and they would laugh and laugh. Nick had an amazing memory of names,and was so well informed of events past and present.He adored his wife Ann, son Anthony,and grandson Patrick, granddaughter Annick. Oh God, Nick how are we going to say Good Buy to you.We'll always love you, we'll never forget you. May your memory be eternal!
Good Buy,
Athelfe Mas,
All Our LOve,
Ann & Tony
Christopulos
Diana Christopulos
March 25, 2010
Fond memories of Uncle Nick back in Wyoming at our family reunions - always a positive word for everyone. Our thoughts are with his family.
Kathryn Cumbie Danella
March 25, 2010
I have so many wonderful memories of special family events..graduations, dinner before Prom, a nephew's wedding reception...all made more special because Mr. Christy stopped by to make sure everything was wonderful and that his staff was taking good care of you. I don't believe a finer Restauranteur has ever lived. Thank you for the special place you provided and for the memories. You will missed.
David and Debbie Frack
March 25, 2010
My wife Debbie and I are saddened by the passing of Mr. Christy. My parents were friends with him and several years ago my wife and I went there on our anniversary and he still took the rose out of the vase and laid in on her plate. What a great individual. He will be missed. Our prayers and thoughts are with his family.
Jerry Mitchell
March 25, 2010
Nick,
You will be missed. Your love for people is only surpassed by their love for you. Your involvement in everything Winter Haven is a tribute to a great professional. My sympathy to the family. May God bless you my friend.
Bill & Susan Steele
March 25, 2010
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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