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Peter Karras Obituary

Karras, Peter Age 74. Born in Pekerni, Tripoli, Greece. Beloved husband of 45 years to his late loving wife, Kathy (nee Kirkinis); devoted father of Dino (Sabina), Bill (Vickie), and Angelo (Vivian); cherished grandfather of Katerina, Katina, Angelique, Samuel, and Fiona; loving brother of Athanasia and Christ; dearest brother-in-law, uncle, cousin, and friend to many here and in Greece. Visitation Wednesday, May 27, 2015 from 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. at Colonial-Wojciechowski Funeral Home, 8025 W. Golf Rd., Niles, IL. Family and friends will meet Thursday morning at St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church, 2350 W. Dempster St. (at Tristate Tollway), Des Plaines, IL for 11:00 a.m. Funeral service. Interment Elmwood Cemetery. Arrangements by NICHOLAS M. PISHOS FUNERAL DIRECTOR, LTD., 847-581-0536.



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 26, 2015.

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John & Maria Grano

May 28, 2015

Hey Dino This is John Grano, Maria and I are Very Sorry for your loss of your Father, unfortunately we were unable to make the wake, please except our condolences, jG!!

May 26, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all love Uncle Silvano, Aunt Rose and family

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May 26, 2015

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

Colonial-Wojciechowski Funeral Homes - Niles

8025 W Golf Road, Niles, IL 60714

May

28

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church

2350 W. Dempster St., Des Plaines, IL

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8025 W Golf Road, Niles, IL 60714

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