Mr. Chris 'Christini' Christakos

He was born in Sparta,Greece on December 10, 1939. Chris graduated from high school.

He was married to Helen Christakos on August 8, 1969. Chris went from growing up in poverty to owning one of the most awarded restaurants in the United States. He opened over 19 hotels and restaurants, including the Italian pavilion at Epcot, before opening the award-winning Christinis Ristorante Italiano.

Chris was inducted into the Hall of Fame for Restauranteurs Nationally, Internationally and was named Restaurateur of the Year for the state of Florida.

He had a passion for music and taught himself to play the piano, guitar, and bouzouki. He loved to travel, cruise, and explore the world. He was also an avid golfer who was taught to play by Arnold Palmer. He loved gardening, being on his boat, spending time with family, fishing, and of course, cooking.

He was survived by: His beloved wife: Helen Christakos

His daughters Caterina ( Caty) Christakos, Elli Zaverdas and his late daughter Angela Christakos.

His grandchildren: Karalina Zaverdas, Evangeline Greco, Charlese Greco and Ashley Greco

Sister: Connie Manos

Service will be held at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church of Greater Orlando 1217 Trinity Woods Ln, Maitland, Fl 32751 on June 28th, 2023 at 10 am. in lieu of flowers, please make a charitable donation to either Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church or the Moffitt Cancer Center of Florida.