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Mihalis Vassos Obituary

Vassos, Mihalis "Mike" Age 57, passed away on July 14, 2019. Beloved son of Eugenia (nee Lillis) and the late George Vassos; dear brother of Theodora (Demos) Bourlokas, Tasos G., and the late John Vassos; fond uncle of Kalliope (John) Lakhani, Jenny and Georgia Vitzileos, and Peter Bourlokas; great-uncle of Nick, Terrie, Cristian, Jonathan, Danielle and Dimitrios. Visitation from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 23, 2019, at Nelson Funeral Home, 820 W. Talcott Rd., Park Ridge. Family and friends will meet on Wednesday at St. Haralambos Greek Orthodox Church, 7373 N. Caldwell Ave., Niles, IL 60174 for funeral service at 10:30 a.m. Interment at Elmwood Cemetery. Memorial donations to St. Haralambos Church would be appreciated. Arrangements by John G. Adinamis Funeral Director, Ltd., 847-375-0095.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 21, 2019.

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Jenny Vitzileos

March 24, 2022

I want to thank you all for your words and sharing your memories of my uncle. I often look back at this page in my weakest moments like today. Mihalis was like a father to me, I loved him so dearly. The loss of his life has had a profound affect on me. Seeing these comments gives me great comfort and I continue to draw strength from them. Thank you friends. Any friend of my uncles, is a friend of mine. May God bless you and keep you.

Jerry and Nancy St Clair

July 24, 2019

To Mike's family-As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routines, may you continue to feel comforted by our great God-His grace, mercy, love and peace, and the love and support of family and friends. He was always a smiling guy, with alot of thankfulness to his customers for their business. This is shocking-I always drive by Johnny's in the morning. My husband and I would go there when we had a taste for a true Chicago dog! He will be missed by many. May thoughts and memories of Mike, for family and friends, be like stars in the night-always there, waiting to light up again. Amen.

Terry Wallace

July 23, 2019

We live around the corner from Johnny's and go there often. Mike was such a welcoming, genial and good man. Always smiling. Always kind. Always good for a conversation while I waited for food. His untimely death is a great loss to this community. I extend my sincerest condolences to his family. The world is a little less happy today.

The Lichtenstein Family

July 23, 2019

We're big fans of Johnny's Grill and are so saddened to hear of Mike's passing. A true angel on earth, he created a legacy of community and joy. Always a peace-maker and mensch. Our hearts go out to the family for your loss. May his memory always be a blessing.

Celeste Smith

July 22, 2019

It is with heartfelt sadness to hear about Milhalis passing. I always enjoy going to Johnnys and speaking with him. My condolences to the entire family.

Julia Fischer

July 22, 2019

My son and I were truly saddened to hear of his passing. He was always so sweet when we would visit Johnny's. Our condolences to you all.

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Memorial Events
for Mihalis Vassos

Jul

23

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Nelson Funeral Home - Park Ridge

820 Talcott Road, Park Ridge, IL 60068

Jul

24

Funeral service

10:30 a.m.

St. Haralambos Greek Orthodox Church

7373 N. Caldwell Ave., Niles, IL

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Nelson Funeral Home - Park Ridge

820 Talcott Road, Park Ridge, IL 60068

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