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Peter Karagianes Obituary

Karagianes, Peter G. Of Chicago, Illinois, died on Monday, October 26, 2015 at the age of 81. He was born in Chicago, the son of the late James and Marianthe (nee Chrysikos) Karagianes. He is survived by his loving wife Frances (nee Caruso) Karagianes. He will be deeply missed by his sons, Frank (Nitzia) Karagianes, James (Paul Ropski), and Marc Karagianes; his grandchildren, Peter and Frances Karagianes; as well as many nieces and nephews. He was preceeded in death by his sister, Helen (Alex) Karanikas, and brother, John Karagianes. Dear son-in-law of the late Frank "Skid" and Catherine Caruso; fond brother-in-law of Bruno (MaryAnn) Caruso, Frank (Sherry) Caruso, and the late Peter (Judy) Caruso. Funeral Thursday 9:30 a.m. from Michael Coletta Sons Funeral Home, 544 W. 31st St. (Chicago) to St. Therese Church, 218 West Alexander. Mass 10 a.m. Interment Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Visitation Wednesday 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (312)225-8500 www.colettasonsfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 27, 2015.

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Fran (Cheech) Scalise

November 1, 2015

My prayers are with everyone at this very difficult time. After losing my mom a few months ago, I can honestly say that prayer is powerful. I always remember being in various restaurants over the years, and Peter would ALWAYS quietly pick up our check. He was always a classy man , and I always respected him. A great person

October 29, 2015

Always remember the good times and seek prayer for comfort. Heartfelt sympathies - Rom 12:12

Rita Spalla

October 29, 2015

Fran, Frankie, Jimmy, & Marc:
My deepest sympathy to all of you during this painful time.
Pete was such an amazing person.
My prayers are with all of you.
Rita

October 27, 2015

I want to express my most heart felt sympathy to the family. I never had the opportunity to meet Peter; but I have had the honor and privelege to work with, love and respect his son James. In knowing him , I strongly feel that through his grace and compassion I had a glimpse into the life of the man that shaped his future.
Linda Hackett-Bradley

Roxanne Denney

October 27, 2015

many blessing and healing for the Karagines family. Pete (dad) I will never forget your special orders with extra extra butter. Also how very smart and detailed you were and the stories you shared. I am very Honored to have met and served you. Always in my heart.

Mary Ann

October 27, 2015

Dear Uncle Pete,
Today I choose to remember you playing the piano on 23rd Street with Frankie or Marc hanging from your back, and Bruno and I marching around the living room with Jimmy.
Or maybe I shall think about you singing the Star Spangled Banner with your own words about bedbugs. All of these things done to entertain us in your own inimitable way. Thank you for all these memories, I hold them dear to my heart.
With love,

Carmen & Rosa Passi

October 27, 2015

So sad to hear the passing of Peter, he was a great guy!! May he RIP!!

Cheryl Lynn

October 27, 2015

May the comfort and strength only God can supply be with you during this difficult time.

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3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Michael Coletta Sons Funeral Home, Ltd.

544 West 31st Street, Chicago, IL 60616

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29

Funeral

9:30 a.m.

Michael Coletta Sons Funeral Home, Ltd.

544 West 31st Street, Chicago, IL 60616

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Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

St. Therese Church

IL 60616

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