George E. SAKELLARIS

SAKELLARIS, George E. - In loving memory of George E. Sakellaris, 65 years, of Sudbury, who passed away Friday, September 28th, 2007 at the SRH - Laurentian Site. Beloved husband of Toula (Lagges) Sakellaris, and loving and proud father of Vagelli (wife Tara) of Sudbury. Cherished son of Vagelli and Eleni (Bekas) Sakellaris of Greece, both predeceased. Dear brother of Andrianos, Kristina, Ageliko, Stella (husband Christo) all of Greece, Nick (predeceased), and Beiba (husband Luigi) of Thunder Bay. Son-in-law of Sofia Lagges of Greece, brother-in-law to Kosta and Niki (husband George), both of Greece, Shirley and Peter of Sudbury, and Afroditi (husband George) of Ottawa. Sadly missed by many nieces and nephews and by his extended family of the Apollo Restaurant and his cherished friends. George was born in Epidavros, Greece; he came to Canada in 1961 at Thunder Bay, moving to Sudbury in 1965. He married the love of his life, partner and best friend Toula in 1967. Together, they created a Sudbury institution, The Apollo Restaurant. They owned and operated this Sudbury landmark for many years, offering excellence in culinary cuisine and impeccable service, all within a warm and friendly atmosphere. George's legacy continues today, functioning at the highest standards. George was an avid Montreal Canadians fan, he enjoyed golfing at Cedar Green and spending time playing cards with his friends. He was a dedicated and founding member of St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church. George was a kind and caring man, the true definition of a gentleman. The priorities of his life were always clear, centered on his family, his church and his business. Although his physical presence will leave our sight, his spirit and love will continue in this world, in the hearts of the many people he touched. Resting at the JACKSON & BARNARD FUNERAL HOME, 233 Larch Street, Sudbury. Funeral Service at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, 486 Ester Street, Sudbury, Wednesday, October 3rd, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. Burial at the Civic Memorial Cemetery. Prayers will be at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday. Donations to the St. Nicholas Church for a pew or to My Sudbury Needs A Hospice would be appreciated. Flower tributes and donations may also be made online at Lougheed.org (Friends may call from 2 - 5 and 7 - 9 p.m. on Tuesday, and after 11:00 a.m. Wednesday). 10847181