Obituary of George Michalopoulos

Peacefully, with family by his side, after a short illness, on September 28, 2020, George Michalopoulos passed away in his 91st year. Loving husband to Maria "Mary" Michalopoulos (Perparos) for 64 years, and father to Steve Michalopoulos & Christina Michalopoulos (Thomas Port). Cherished grandfather of Maria (Taylor), George, Trinity, Sia, Kyra & Thalia. Dear brother of Peter (the late Vasiliki), Michalopoulos, the late Vasili (Elli) Michalopoulos & Eleutheria (the late George) Davilis. George will be fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, cousins & friends in Greece, Canada, USA & Australia. Born May 3, 1930 in Perpatari, Mousaki, Tripoli, Greece. In 1950, sponsored by his Uncle in Ottawa, George stays and works shining shoes in front of the Parliament buildings. Hearing about opportunities out west, heads to Calgary to work on the railroads then as a cook in the Northern BC mining camps. He eventually returned to London setting up roots and meeting the love of his life, Maria at the London Café. In a span of 65 years, George had several successful restaurant businesses, was a well-known and dedicated member of the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Community, serving on the board and as President for many years. George's most treasured moments were spending time with his six grandchildren. He will be remembered for his love of his family & friends. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. May His Memory Be Eternal. Visitation will be held at Logan Funeral Home, 371 Dundas St., London, Ontario on Thursday, October 8th from 6- 9pm. If you wish to attend the visitation please call the Logan Funeral Home (519) 433-6181 or email loganfuneralhome@execulink.com and reference "Michalopoulos" in the subject line. Include name and phone number for all members of your group. *NOTE* : As per the directive of the Bereavement Authority of Ontario (BAO), attendance numbers will be restricted and masks are mandatory, to ensure safety and minimize potential spread of COVID-19 . Funeral Service will be held at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 131 Southdale Road W., London, ON, on Friday, October 9, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. Private burial to follow at Woodland Cemetery. *NOTE*: As per the directive of the BAO, to ensure safety and minimize potential spread of COVID-19, attendees will enter on a first-come, first-served basis and face coverings are mandatory. Please be aware that COVID-19 protocols may preclude some from being able to attend. Donations to the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences can be expressed at www.loganfh.ca Services: Service Date Friday, October 9, 2020 Service Time 11:00 a.m. Service Location Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 131 Southdale Road West, London, Ontario Visitation Thursday, October 8, 2020 Visitation Time 6 - 9 p.m. Visitation Location Logan Funeral Home, 371 Dundas Street, London, Ontario Burial Date *PRIVATE FAMILY* Burial Time Following Funeral Service Burial Location Woodland Cemetery, London, Ontario Requested Charity Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church