Chris Karamanos

Chris Karamanos passed away peacefully at his home with family by his side on Sunday, December 9, 2012 at the age of 84. He was born in Pyrgos Messenias Leuftre, Greece on August 15, 1928; son of John and Eleni (nee Keleporis) Karamanos. Chris lived the American dream. He left Greece in July of 1954 with $30 in his pocket to come to the United States. He was sponsored by a cousin to live in Detroit. He was the youngest of three and his father died before he was two years old. He worked numerous jobs to make a living and would always say "God bless America". He said this because of his belief in happiness, success, and freedom. Mr. Karamanos never complained. Even with the pain associated with his cancer, his spirit was unwavering due to his strong faith in God. He was an accepting man and made each member of the family feel loved individually. He kept fit by walking for three hours every day. He will truly be missed by everyone that knew him. Mr. Karamanos is survived by his wife panagiota. He will be missed by his loving son John (Stella), and daughters Helen (Ted) Kosturos and Maria (Earl) Doherty. He was a proud Papou of Paulina, Christopher Karamanos, Christopher Doherty, Angela, Eleni, Christina, and Melina. Visitation will be held on Friday, December 14, from 3:00 pm until 9:00 pm at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave., at Vernier Rd., Grosse Pointe Woods. Trisagion at 6:00 pm. Mr. Karamanos will lie instate at Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, 21800 Marter Rd., St Clair Shores on Saturday from 12:30 until the time of the funeral at 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Church.

Funeral Home:

A. H. Peters Funeral Home of Grosse Pointe

20705 Mack Avenue

Grosse Pointe Woods, MI

US 48236