Obituary of John Theocharis

Peacefully, at Stratford General Hospital, with family by his side, on Monday, April 8, 2019, John passed away in his 85th year. Loving husband of Maria for 55 years and father of Sam J. (Bessie) Theocharis. Cherished Papou of Mia & Maggie. Beloved son of the late Stamatoula & Sotirios Theocharis. Dear brother of Peter (Mahe) Theocharis & Andy (Angela) Theocharis. John will be remembered by his nephews Sam P. (Mary) Theocharis and their sons Peter & Tom, and John A. (Anna) Theocharis and their daughters Angelica & Andrea and the many relatives in Greece and friends he made in Canada. John or "Johnny" as most knew him by, was a man of strong family values. He was born in Argos, Greece in 1934 and like many immigrants during this period, he grew up in harsh conditions, especially during the war. John immigrated to Canada for a better life in 1960 arriving in Halifax. He settled in London, Ontario first and then moved to Stratford, Ontario. John was a dedicated entrepreneur with a strong work ethic. He was a longtime proprietor and restauranteur, operating the Limelight Restaurant and Woody’s Bar & Restaurant in Stratford, Ontario, including a real estate business, for more than 50 years with his two brothers Peter and Andy. He was also a tool and die machinist and used his trade in all facets of his business and personal life. He was "Mr. Fix It" and cherished learning new things. He was a private man who loved his family with the up most respect and honour. He was an honest man who’s generosity and support was endless to all his family and friends he loved. We are extremely grateful to Dr. Michael Lock (LRCP), Dr. Jonathan I. Izawa and Zelda, Dr. David Thompson and wonderful staff, Dr. Claude Kortas and Dr. Vasiliki Papukna and the entire amazing CCAC team and the Stratford General Hospital team for their compassionate care. Visitation will be held at the Logan Funeral Home, 371 Dundas St., on Thursday from 7-9pm (Prayers at 8:30pm). Funeral service will be conducted in the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 131 Southdale Rd. W., on Friday, April 12, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. with Father Demetre Mouselimis officiating. Interment in Woodland Cemetery. Those wishing to make donations in memory of "Johnny", can make a donation to the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church or London Health Sciences. Services: Service Date Friday, April 12, 2019 Service Time 10:30 am. Service Location Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 131 Southdale Road West, London Visitation Thursday, April 11, 2019 Visitation Time 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. with prayers at 8:30 p.m. Visitation Location Logan Funeral Home, 371 Dundas Street, London, Ontario (between Waterloo & Colborne St.) Burial Date April, 12, 2019 Burial Location Woodland Cemetery Requested Charity Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church or London Health Sciences Foundation