With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved father, husband, and grandfather, who passed away on December 14 after a courageous three-year battle with cancer. He was 80 years old.

He was a devoted husband to his wife, Nopi, and a proud father to his son, Mike, and daughter, Kiki. He was an extremely proud grandfather to George, age 11, and Melina, 9 months old, who brought him so much joy.

To know him was truly to love him. He had a great sense of humor, a strong personality, and a presence that filled any room. He was an incredibly hard worker throughout his life. A skilled painter by trade, he took pride in everything he did and worked tirelessly to provide for his family.

Family meant everything to him. He cherished the simple pleasures in life — scratching lottery tickets, his daily Dunkin' Donuts coffee hours with his buddies, and yes, his cigarettes until the very end. These small routines brought him happiness and comfort, and they are memories his family will forever hold close.

He leaves behind a legacy of love, strength, laughter, and dedication to family. He will be deeply missed but never forgotten.

Funeral from The Robert J. Lawler & Crosby Funeral Home, 1803 Centre St. West Roxbury on Friday December 19, at 10:00 am. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am in

St. Nectarios Greek Orthodox Church, 39 Belgrade Avenue, Roslindale, MA 02131.        Phone: (617) 327-1983

Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Visiting hours in the funeral home on Thursday December 18, from 4:00 to 8:00 pm. Interment The Gardens Cemetery in West Roxbury.