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Peter Stricos Obituary

Stricos, Peter S. MURRELS INLET, S.C. Peter S. Stricos, 63, departed this world suddenly on Saturday, July 16, 2011, to join his family that passed before him. Born in Albany on October 23, 1947, Peter was the son of Antoinette "Toni" Stricos and the late Stelio P. "Ted" Stricos. In addition to his mother Toni, Peter is survived by his sister, Margaret Desmond; his brother-in-law, Carl Desmond and his beloved and cherished nephew, Christopher Desmond, who he was so very proud of. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Peter graduated from Colonie Central High School, Albany Business College, Husson College in Bangor, Maine and earned his master's from the College of St. Rose. He retired from Albany County Nursing Home in 2007 and moved to South Carolina, where he made many new friends. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends here and in South Carolina. A celebration of Peter's life will be held on Tuesday, August 9 at 7 p.m. at New Comer Cannon Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Road, Colonie. Calling hours will precede the service from 5 to 7 p.m. Donations in Peter's name may be made to the American Heart Association, 440 New Karner Road, Albany, NY 12205 or to Huntington's Disease Society of America, 505 8th Avenue, New York, NY 10018. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.NewcomerAlbany.com.

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Published by Albany Times Union on Aug. 7, 2011.

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Karen Takes Pappis

August 12, 2011

We were saddened to hear of the passing of Peter. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

American Heart Association

August 9, 2011

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

Joshua Campbell

August 8, 2011

Peter will be greatly missed! He was a very special person who would light up any room he walked into. Our prayers and thoughts are with you Aunt Margaret, Uncle Carl, Christopher and Toni.
Love Josh & Steph

Mary Ann Pariseau

August 7, 2011

Margaret, I'm so very sorry to hear about Peter.I'll always remember the good times we all had together. I know you will miss him.May he R.I.P

Mary Ann

August 7, 2011

Peter was a fraternity brother, A classmate, and a friend. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

John & Carol Kearney
Lake George, NY

Ellen Bauer

August 7, 2011

To Margaret and her family,
Our Condolences
You will remain in our prayers,
Ellen Bauer and husband Jeff Fuller

Martin Toomajian

August 7, 2011

Please accept my condolences on your loss. Your family will be in our prayers.

August 7, 2011

My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
We all have our special memories of Peter they will always be there and in our hearts.
Love,
Karole

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