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Tuesday Sep 15, 2015
A wonderful man, a welcoming smile, an infectious laugh, always a gracious greeting and hearty handshake when seen anywhere, never an unkind spoken word, greatly admired for his hard work ethic, strong family man, a friend to all, a heart of gold especially to those in need, and a man whose passing will bring a tear or two to even the manliest men of men.
He was truly a man who loved and was loved. He was your friend when the sun shined high above your life or when your life was in a perfect storm. He treated you no different.
For those of us who believe, our friend George,has been welcomed into God's loving embrace with the word that was always his. "Welcome home my child, you have led a FANTASTIC life."
Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord,
and let perpetual light shine upon him.
May he rest in peace.
Chip Hoyas - (Pawtucket)
Tuesday Sep 15, 2015
Charlie, Nancy, and Family
With deepest sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Shannon, Todd, and Brianna
Shannon Rogers - (Fall River, Ma)
Tuesday Sep 15, 2015
To Mrs Stratis. Charlie, Spiros & Milton..
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. George fought a long courageous battle with a horrible disease. He was always so very proud of his FANNTASTIC family. A very gentle man who has touched many lives. George will be dearly missed by all...
Susan Hunter - (Riverside, ri)
Tuesday Sep 15, 2015
My condolences to the entire family. One can not think of House of Pizza without thinking of " FANTASTIC". The world has become less brighter without his smile but his legendary friendliness will never be forgotten! Rest in peace and thanks for making our lives better for knowing you.
Donna Laramee - (North Providence, Ri)
Tuesday Sep 15, 2015
Please accept our sincere condolences to all of you at this most difficult time. Remember that God cares about you and the suffering you are going through. 2Corinthians 1:3,4 assures us. Mr. Stratis and family served our community very well with some very awesome food.He will be missed a lot.
Cheryl N. and family - (Pawtucket)
Tuesday Sep 15, 2015
We lived on South Street since 1979 and frequented the "House of Pizza" for many years. We raised 3 children and 7 grandchildren there. In all those years and three generations later we have all at one time or another as customers enjoyed the company of the Stratis family. "Fantastic George" left a lasting impression on you every time you came in contact with him. He always had a smile and a kind word for everyone and everyone was the "Boss"! The pizza was and is amazing and the roast beef grinder in a league of it's own. George's personality and energy always made you smile and feel good no matter what kind of day you were having. If you went in with a frown you definitely came out with a smile! He will not only be missed by his family and friends, but also by the many, many customers that ever had the good fortune to cross his path. Farewell for now, "Fantastic George" till we meet again. RIP
Michael and Patricia Silva - (Seekonk, Ma)
Wednesday Sep 16, 2015
We are so sad to hear that, George was so nice when we , I will realy miss him.,
Ronald Bolduc - (Pawtucket, RI.)
Wednesday Sep 16, 2015
You will be missed it was a pleasure knowing you may you rest in peace..
Rob Lynch -
Wednesday Sep 16, 2015
Milton,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Vania Ramos Figueiredo - (Cumberland, RI)
Wednesday Sep 16, 2015
Grew up with House of Pizza from '75 on. Ate probably 2,000 pizzas since then. I remember Georgios well. Taught me a few Greek words along with the pizza! Glad to have known him.
Ron Mahan - (Pawtucket)
Wednesday Sep 16, 2015
Sending my deepest condolences to the stratis family..
shannon sandrowski - (phelan ca)
Wednesday Sep 16, 2015
To Spiros and Charlie, we are so sorry to hear of the loss of your father.
Mr. & Mrs. Jack Seaton - (No. Providence, RI)
Wednesday Sep 16, 2015
The House of Pizza and Pawtucket, just won't be the same without" Mr FANTASTIC". Always bringing a smile or a chuckle to you and always had the time to say hello ... RIP George
John D - (City of Pawtucket)
Wednesday Sep 16, 2015
Words cannot express the profound loss my children and I have encountered at your loss. To say you truly a wonderful man would be an understatement. The outpouring of love is shown by ALL the LIVES you have touched over the years. I had the pleasure to know you for over 18 years and be your daughter-in-law for many as well. Sadly, my part in your story was not meant to last but for a brief time but you were the kindest, most generous man. You treated me just like a daughter and did so much for me and your grandchildren over the years. The void they will feel as they get older will be profound. Most of all, I am eternally grateful, for the 1st meeting back on Easter 1995 when you welcomed me with open arms into your home for the 1st time, but more importantly, you welcome a woman and her 6 month old son. From that moment on my son and I became a part of your life and you took on the role of "grandfather" spoiling him and loving him beyond compare. Thank you for everything. For all the good times that I will forever carry in my heart. They say people come into your life for a purpose and I know you truly did. Love you always, Rest in Peace. Heaven has truly gained an Angel. Pleae keep watch over your grandchildren.
Diana Stratis - (Lincolnl, RI)
Wednesday Sep 16, 2015
To the entire Stratis family,
Im truly sorry for your loss.....
George was a kind man and he will forever be missed, he always put a smile on my face whenever I saw him.....and his pizza lived up to the title of FANTASTIC! It wont be the same without you!
Michelle G - (Pawtucket RI)
Wednesday Sep 16, 2015
My deepest heartfelt sympathies go out to the Stratis family. George was such a special guy. So genuine and kind. He had a great sense of humor and always had a smile on his face. I first met George at the Smithfield Ave House of pizza over 42 years ago. I can not even tell you how many pizzas and sandwhichs he made for me and my family over those many years. My brother Ray ate there at least 3 times a week. He was proud of his Greek heritage but also had a deep love for the USA and would say " only in america" when something was good. Rip Mr Fantastic. You will be greatly missed by the City of Pawtucket and things will not be the same without you. I am so glad to have known you.
Elaine Holleran - (Pawtucket.)
Wednesday Sep 16, 2015
I have so many memories, my heart goes out to the House of Pizza family. we all lose someone who cooked for us all and genuinely cared for his customers. RIP I will miss you Mr. Fantastic.
Georgios your friend always
Al Sanchez - (Pawtucket)
Wednesday Sep 16, 2015
I was just a child when I met you at the pizza shop. You you were always so kind to me. Your smile is contagious and it was always a great feeling going in to pick up my order for so many many years. You will be greatly missed. Rest in peace my friend. You will forever be remembered. ðŸ™â¤ï¸
Christine - (pawtucket)
Wednesday Sep 16, 2015
My family and I would like to extend our sincere regrets to the family of "Mr. Fantastic". George was a good friend and our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
(Ret. Sgt.) Craig S. Force Sr. PPD - (Attleboro,MA)
Wednesday Sep 16, 2015
So sorry on your passing. You were a great friend to th PFD.
Robert Barry - (Ocala, Fl)
Wednesday Sep 16, 2015
We were very fortunate to have Georgious in Fairlawn for some years before he went to Division Street. He was so generous when it came to giving extra pizza to the baseball and football teams, and giving donations for ads in local churches and business. Rest in Peace Mr. fantastic.
James & Joyce Kareemo - (Pawtucket Rhode Island)
Wednesday Sep 16, 2015
I was deeply saddened to hear your loss. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Javier Contreras - (Pawtucket, RI)
Thursday Sep 17, 2015
Charlie, Spiros, Milton,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad no words could ever take away your pain but i hope the memories of him will help ease it.. My deepest sympathy you all of you and your family.
Jennifer Joseph Roberts - (pawtucket , RI)
Thursday Sep 17, 2015
Milton
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Maria Mendes - (Pawtucket, R. I.)
Thursday Sep 17, 2015
Stratis family,
So saddened to hear about the passing of "Mr Fantastic'. He was indeed a fantastic person who always made you feel welcome at the 'House'...My condolences and sympathy are with all that knew and were blessed to be part of his family. May he rest in internal peace..
Ana P Andrade - (West Warwick RI)
Thursday Sep 17, 2015
“Work is only one slice of the whole Pizza!†Mr. George Stratis made time for 8 slices...Faith, Family, Friends, Fun, Food, Fortune, Fenway Park!, and being “Mr. Fantasticâ€!!!
Although I hadn’t seen him in recent years, my cousin George was one of many in my Big, Fat, Greek Family located mostly in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Greece. It makes me so proud to know that he left behind a great legacy. He was a good man. He worked hard and loved his entire extended family. When I was just a young teen, I was fortunate to visit my Dad’s homeland of (Lia) Greece in 1971. I thought I was living a dream when I witnessed the wedding of George and Efthalia on the island of Corfu. I remember it as if it were yesterday because George always had a smile on his face like his Mom, Thia Athena.
Pizza brings people together in a circle. Some may say the circle figure expresses wholeness, completion, perfection....but it is also never-ending. I believe God recognized the circle as the ideal symbol of “things eternalâ€. May George’s memory always be eternal. Our deepest sympathies sent from across the miles as we are saddened to hear of George’s passing. His love will remain in our hearts.
Marianne (Gatzogiannis) and Barry Bellemare - (Zachary, Louisiana)
Thursday Sep 17, 2015
We extend our deepest sympathies for your lost. We will keep him in our prayers.
Paul St.George - Lincoln Youth Football - (Lincoln, RI.)
Friday Sep 18, 2015
George was a wonderful man who brought a smile to our faces every time we went into PHP, which was very, very often. On behalf of all of my friends, thank you George for taking care of us when we had the munchies - and for buying us a beer as you waited for your takeout at the Dragon Villa on Friday nights. More importantly, thank you for being such a positive influence on all of us. I hope to someday meet you again and know that you will greet me that phrase I will never forget: FANTASTIC!!!
Kid from Lincoln - (Lincoln, RI)
Friday Sep 18, 2015
You will forever be in our hearts.Thank You for your friendship.
Richard & Diane Fugere - (Lincoln, RI)
Saturday Sep 19, 2015
To all the Stratis Family,
Our deepest Sympathy and condolences to you. I have known George since 1972, when I was just 12 years old, when he was located at the Smithfield Ave. House of Pizza. George was a very special, kind, loving, generous, "FANTASTIC" man. He will be sadly missed. His joyful spirit will always be with us deep in our Hearts.
Linda & Joseph Ayotte
& Family
Linda & Joseph Ayotte & Family - (Pawtucket, RI)
Sunday Sep 20, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. George was always nice from the day I met him. I don't know if you remember me but I knew most of you years ago. I lived right around the corner from you on Smithfield Ave. I haven't seen you in years but I think of you often. He will be truly missed.
Helen Arruda Neves - (pawtucket RI)
Sunday Sep 20, 2015
To The Stratis Family:
Our entire family has so many fond memories of George over the past 40 years. We'll miss his friendly smile, good humor, and irreplaceable presence.
We are deeply, deeply sorry for your loss.
Eddie & Sandy Galuska - (Pawtucket, RI)
Tuesday Sep 22, 2015
My deepest condolences to the Stratis family, may you find comfort in prayer and the beautiful words of Isaiah 25:8 where God promises us that He will soon eliminate all death and suffering. Please do not loose faith in these words.
Mark -
Wednesday Sep 30, 2015
A very respectful, nice man that i will miss for sure..I am 50 now and have been enjoying your roast beef sandwiches since i was 15
Prayer to your family ..God Bless You
I will see you soon my friend ..but not today.
Joe - (Pawtucket Rhode Island)
Tuesday Oct 06, 2015
To the Straitis family especially to Toula and Alex and Alexandra and family. Our thought and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. I've been friends with Toula for a long time. With Sympathy
John and Linda(Fourkas)Poulias
John and Linda (Fourkas) Poulias - (Worcester, Mass)
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