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THOMAS C. SARRIS

FUNERAL HOME

Murphy Funeral Homes - Arlington

4510 Wilson Boulevard

Arlington, Virginia

THOMAS SARRIS Obituary

THOMAS CHRIS SARRIS (Age 89)
Passed in peace on Saturday, July 12, 2014, in Arlington, VA.Thomas Chris Sarris was born August 2, 1924, in Easton, Maryland to Athena and Chris A. Sarris. Tom owned several restaurants in the Rosslyn area from 1952 to 2007; The Covered Wagon, Tom Sarris Steak House, and notably Tom Sarris Orleans House from 1965 to 2007. He is survived by his son, Chris T. Sarris of Arlington, VA; niece, Helen Kiriakow Burns, nephew, Marcus K. Kiriakow; and great-nieces and nephew and a host of friends. Tom was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Anna Sarris Kiriakow, brother, Frank C. Sarris, and former wife, Bernice A. Sarris.The family will receive friends on Wednesday, July 16, 2014, from 1 to 3 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m., at Murphy Funeral Home, 4510 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA. A prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, July 17, 2014, 11 a.m., at St. Katherine Greek Orthodox Church, 3149 Glen Carlyn Road, Falls Church, VA. Interment will take place at Cedar Hill Cemetery, 4111 Pennsylvania Avenue, Suitland, MD. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Tom's name to the charity of your choice.

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Published by The Washington Post from Jul. 15 to Jul. 17, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for THOMAS SARRIS

29 Entries

David Guthrie

May 22, 2019

Best one in Virginia miss those salad and steak sad gone David Oklahoma.

MDB

May 1, 2015

Talk about a legacy. For years to come, Tom Sarris will be remembered and associated with the good feelings his restaurant provided to so many. His very name makes me smile.

Michael Newman

September 27, 2014

I only "met," Tom Sarris from a distance seeing him on numerous occasions at his usual corner table near where the prime rib was carved at the Orleans House. As a kid this was our "special occaision place," to eat and we always got dressed up to go there. The Orleans house was a staple in Arlington my entire life and it is truly missed! (W-L class of '98, father W-L class of '65, grandfather GW class of 1918..no W-L back then!)

Dr George Bakalis

July 24, 2014

Hello Chris,
Sorry to hear of the passing of your father.
Tom was a good friend of my dad Nickie Bakalis.
We alway enjoyed visiting with your father at his restaurant or on
his beautiful boats.. The Kismet and Miss Orleans were great memories
for me, cruising down the Potomac River.
My father passed away at age 49, thirty six year ago. You were blessed
to have your dad 89 years.
Everlasting be his memory!
Dr George Nicholas Bakalis

Staci McCoy

July 23, 2014

Aw, Chris. I heard so late or I could have come. I'm so sorry. See you soon.

Ed Dodson

July 17, 2014

Chris my deepest sympathy to you and your family

McGilton Jeoffrey

July 17, 2014

May Mr. Sarris rest in piece, he will be missed!!!!. take care Chris. Jeoff (aka) DR.Jeoff

July 16, 2014

Precious Chris.. With deep and sincere sympathy on the loss of your dad. With fond and beautiful memories of fun and good time gatherings. With love that is beyond expressing for your grandmother; "aunt Mary" and for your mom elegant and gorgeous Bernice.. It's been decades since they were called to Glory but they are never forgotten. May the Peace that Surpasseth all understanding be with you Chris. With love, Dolly.
Adele D. Hazel

Ellen Lewis Hirsch

July 16, 2014

So sorry for you loss. I remember him and your family from my many visits to the Orleans House. Ellen Lewis Hirsch (San Diego Ca.)

Patti Gagliemo-Prior

July 16, 2014

Chris - My sincere condolences on the loss of your father. We certainly enjoyed all the years eating at his wonderful restaurants. God Bless.

Ellen Bart;ett

July 16, 2014

Chris, I remember the night that Orleans House got the first liquor-by-the-drink permit but I forget what year it was! You were my student at the time [at Wakefield]. . . so I heard about what an exciting night it was! I knew your father only through you, but I am so sorry to hear about his death. Please know you and your family have my sympathy.

July 16, 2014

There was always delicious food served at the restaurants. This is the end of an era for our area.

Fred Jadali

July 16, 2014

Sad news,I worked for him at the restaurant,also took care of many of parties on his boat.Real nice guy,I miss him and good times.God bless him and condolences to the whole family.

July 16, 2014

Chris, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. I will try to come by this evening. I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Warm regards, Sherry Black Gonzalez

thank you for your good food.Bless all the family

donna oscanyan

July 16, 2014

Bill Bennett

July 16, 2014

Tom was a very fine man who exemplified the American spirit by becoming one of the great restaurant owners in the washington area. Tom also helped me to build my company The Plumbing Doctor Inc. He was a real inspiration to me and many other people. He will be missed. Our prayers are with you and your family Chris.

Renata Cameron-Hanna

July 16, 2014

Chris, my sympathies to you and your family. Your father was a part of the tapestries in many lives. The Orleans House provided the food, light and ambience to countless special occasions and hundreds of daily lunches or evening meals for 40 years of my life. Your Dad's presence at his table colored many of those memories! God bless you and may the kind thoughts of so many touch your spirit gently and bring peace to you all.

dave doherty

July 16, 2014

sorry for your loss , i loved the orleans house & always felt like an honored guest there

July 16, 2014

We went to your steakhouse in Rosslyn prior to our W-L prom in 1970. We still talk about it. We will be married 41 years next month. Thinking of your family in this time of mourning. Paula and Richard Henry (Millville, Pa)

Ellen Mackay

July 16, 2014

Chris, I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. I have so many fond memories of our years together when I worked for the bank across the street. May God be with you during this time. With love ~Ellen

Dolores Woodward

July 16, 2014

God Bless your father and family. May he rest in peace. We still miss the Orleans House food and hospitality.

Sharon Cook

July 16, 2014

Chris, we are sorry to hear of the loss of your father. We have many fond memories of Tom and our family dinners at the Orleans' House. He had a long and full life from which many great reflections will come. We are thinking of you in this time of mourning.
Sharon, Kyle, and Ryan

July 16, 2014

Chris, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. All of us that grew up in Arlington will always be grateful for wonderful memories made at the Orlean's House. Hoping you are well and sending you warm hugs.
Kathie Recco Damico

Jeff & Crystal Grimm

July 16, 2014

Chris, so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Keep looking up!

Sonny Surkin

July 16, 2014

Chris, I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you my friend.

Robert Estrada

July 15, 2014

Chris, I am saddened by your loss. Your Dad and your family supported hundreds/thousands of people throughout the years through the employment you all provided. May your dad rest in peace.

Nancy Hong

July 15, 2014

I'm really saddened to hear of your wonderful father's death. He was an extraordinary man. May he rest in peace. -

July 15, 2014

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Our condolences and love, Harry and Lawana Zink

Ray Sanders

July 15, 2014

Chris, so sorry about your loss,I loved your dad.i certainly I would be there,but a recent back operation prevents me from traveling.you are in my thoughts and prayers.

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