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George Spiro Obituary
MANCHESTER -- George Spiro, 82, died May 27, 2009, at his residence after a brief illness.
He was born in Manchester, May 3, 1927, to Sotirios and Thomaida (Spiro) Papaspiro. He was a lifelong resident of Manchester.
He had an outstanding athletic career at Manchester High School Central, including captain of the 1945 state champion basketball team, an all-state selection in basketball, and a two-time all-state selection in football.
During World War II, he served in the U.S. Navy.
Along with his brother Nicholas, he founded the candy store Goldenrod Candy Kitchen, which later became Goldenrod Restaurant and Drive-In. They remained in business for 40 years.
He was an active member of St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral. He served on its board of directors and volunteered his time at Glendi and other church functions for many years. He was a member of the Albanian Society of Manchester.
IN HIS LIFE: Highly regarded as one of the finest athletes of his time, he was elected to the Queen City Athletic Hall of Fame. As a business owner, he touched the lives of many underprivileged youth who worked at Goldenrod through the years.
He was a devoted family man who was deeply loved. He had a warm smile and an infectious grin and laugh. He was one who never asked, but always gave and will be deeply missed.
The family includes his wife of 54 years, Beverly A. (Karagis) Spiro of Manchester; three children, Rebecca A. Spiro and Philip Spiro, both of Manchester, and Stephanie I. Patten of Hooksett; seven grandchildren, Katharine Hinchey, Andrew Spiro, Meryl Boynton, Connor Spiro, Caroline Spiro, Elizabeth Patten and Anna Patten; a sister, Deta Hashem of Manchester; and nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by a brother, Nicholas Spiro, and a sister, Artemis Freeman.
SERVICES: Calling hours are Sunday from 3 to 8 p.m. with a Trisagion Service at 5 p.m. at Lambert Funeral Home & Crematory, 1799 Elm St., corner of North Street, Manchester. The funeral is Monday at 10 a.m. at St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 650 Hanover St., Manchester. The Rev. Andrew Mahalares will officiate. Committal prayers will follow at Pine Grove Cemetery, Calef Road, Manchester.
Memorial donations may be made to the George Spiro Athletic Scholarship, c/o Alumni Scholarship Fund, Central High School, 207 Lowell St., Manchester 03104.
For more information, go to www.lambertfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for George Spiro
The Schipilliti Family
June 4, 2009
To the Spiro Family,
Words cannot express what our hearts want to say. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Amy Wheeler-OBrien
June 2, 2009
My deepest sympathy to the Spiro family. Some of my fondest high school memories were from working at the Golden Rod & the friends I made there ("SB"K)! I was always so gullible & George would get me everytime. The memories are something I will cherish forever.
Erik Hoberg
June 2, 2009
My deepest sympathy to the Spiro family. It's been eleven years since I last worked at the Goldenrod and the mention of George's name still brings a smile to my face. The memories and laughs shared with George will always remain close to me.
Alex Bantis
June 1, 2009
Besides being a great thlete and businessman.George had a dynamic personality and always had time to chat with with me. My condolences to his family.Gone but not forgotten
Elizabeth R.
June 1, 2009
Our condolences to the family. My family, especially my Mom, loves Goldenrod. Even when we moved out to California, when in NH, we always had to do a visit to the restaurant. Sincerely, Elizabeth
Jane Fournier
May 31, 2009
My deepest sympathy to you and your family Rebecca. I'm hear to listen if you need me.
Maria Dongas
May 30, 2009
Beverly and Family~ George was one of the good guys! You certainly knew where you stood with him! I had the pleasure of serving with him on the Board of Directors, I admired his dedication to the Church whether in the Church proper or in the Church Kitchen or in the Food tent at Glendi!
He would always make me laugh on Sunday mornings as it would just be he and I showing up on time. I think of him often early on Sunday mornings, it hasn't been the same without him on the Board.
I will continue to pray for God to rest his precious soul. May God comfort all of you during this difficult time. May His Memory Be Forever eternal!
Fondly,
~Maria Dongas~
Natalie Kobashar MacLeod
May 30, 2009
To The Spiro Family
My deepest sympathies for your loss. Always enjoyed going to Golden Rod to have icecream with my parents (Rt Rev Alexander & Martha Kobashar)
Memory Eternal
Meryl Boynton
May 29, 2009
I love you Babi <3 You are forever loved and missed. I have nothing but good memories of you and they will stay with me forever.
Kerry (George) Morris
May 29, 2009
To the Spiro Family,
I was one of the lucky ones to know George. When I was a young kid I worked for him at Golden Rod and became part of the "family" there. I will miss his humor, his smile, the white t-shirt and checkered pants he always wore to work, the loving way he'd yelled at you to get to work and then smile at you but one thing I'll never forget is George's way of telling you to be a good girl..He'd say "Keep that asprin between your knees"...I'll never forget that or him. Your family was blessed in many ways.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kelly Noel (Sullivan)
May 29, 2009
I worked for George when I was just a kid(20 yrs ago) I loved Golden Rods and had so many good memories that I will cherish. I still go their when I come back to NH for visits, I bring my children and tell them so many stories about working there. George was a great person, very caring and was always their for us kids when we needed a job. He'll be missed!
Bill Maynard
May 29, 2009
George always made sure that all of us had a way to get home after closing up at Goldenrod, even if he had to drive a few of us himself (which he did many times). He watched out for us. I'll never forget that. He'll be missed.
Maureen Prystas
May 29, 2009
Beverly ~ Wish to extend my deepest sympathies to you and your family. May God bless you and be with you in this time of sorrow. ~ Most sincerely, Maureen (Dionne) Prystas
Norine Calvano
May 29, 2009
Bev and family, I send you my sincerest sympathy for your tremendous loss! You can be sure that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jonna Nicolaides
May 29, 2009
George taught me alot at a young age. i have a great work ethic today because of him. I have so many funny memories of George, having had the opportunity to work with him for almost 2 decades. I will miss him dearly and will never forget that unique sense of humor.
John Clayton
May 29, 2009
To the Spiro Family:
Although we are away from Manchester at the moment, please know that our thoughts are with you all in your time of loss.
Sincerely,
John & Colleen Clayton
Patricia Shappell
May 29, 2009
Bev,Becky,Stephanie and all the children:
I am so, so sorry to learn of George's passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
Always, Pat Shappell
Katie Hinchey
May 29, 2009
Love you Babi.
May 29, 2009
Beverly, My heart and prayers go out to you and your family at this time and the days ahead.
I know how you are feeling and in time the comfort will be that he went quick and did not suffer any more. May God bless you all and stay strong.
Fondly,
Nancy Daskal
John Sopel
May 29, 2009
Manchester lost a great athlete and business man always a gentleman and person as a school mate I enjoyed watching Spiro play his games
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