Emanuel Dimitri Spanolios passed away peacefully at his residence surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, January 23, 2020, at the age of 93. Beloved husband of 63 years to Maria Michailakis Spanolios. Son of the late Dimitri Spanolios and Angeliki Stirou Spanolios. Loving father of Calliope Karagiannis (George), Dimitri Spanolios (Jeannine) and Angeliki Kleamenakis (John). Brother of the late Vasili, Isidore, George, Stella, Elefteria and Sotiria. Grandfather of Maria (Daniel), Christina (Chrysovalantis), George, Emanuel (Candace), Alexa, Courtney (Bric) and Emanuel (Nicole). Great-Grandfather of Vasili, George, Nicholas, Kalliope, Grace and Cyrus. He is also survived by his sister and brother in law Eleni and George Kampitsis, Angeliki and Niki. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Mr. Spanolios was an Owner of The Commercial Restaurant and Manos Po-Boys. He was an active parishioner of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral. He was on the Board of Trustees and Chairman of The Greek Festival for 2 years. He was a founding member of the Order of St. Markella of Chios.
An avid fisherman, Emanuel was first and foremost a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 1200 Robert E. Lee Blvd., New Orleans, LA. 70122 on Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. at the church. Interment will be in St. Louis Cemetery No. 3.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral, preferred.
The family invites you to share your thoughts, fond memories, and condolences online at www.lakelawnmetairie.com
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