"George will be so missed by me and my husband. George was such a great friend to us and our family. He always had great words of wisdom that he only shared when asked. He was so encouraging and helpful to anyone in need. He had so much love he gave to his family and friends. His door was always open, like his heart. I can only try to put into words just how wonderful George Vrotsos was to all who knew him. There will never be a ,greater, kinder, warmer, more loving human being than George Vrotsos. I am a better person for having George as my friend and mentor. Thank you George for all you have taught me over the past 33 years . I will always love you, miss you and will never forget all the love you gave to me, my husband, and our family. RIP dear man. "
In loving memory of
George D. Vrotsos
January 23, 1935 - November 15, 2017
George D. Vrotsos, 82, of Davie, Florida passed away November 15, 2017, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born January 23, 1935, in Samos, Greece, the son of Demetrios G. and Kallirroy (Orologas) Vrotsos.
George came to the United States in the early 1950's, settling in Youngstown, Ohio. He served 2 tours in the U.S. Army from 1957 to 1963. Following his discharge, George moved to South Florida. He was a member of North Miami Greek Orthodox Church of Annunciation and of American Legion Post 385 in Pembroke Pines.
George is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years, Vickie; sons, Demetrios (Kimberly), John (Sandra) and Emmanuel (Elena); grandchildren, Yanni, Marina, Alexios, Georgie, Arianni, Victoria and Adrianna; sisters, Athena Tsamanis and Kiki Kyriazis; nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents.
George will be laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia at a later date.
If friends so desire, contributions given in his memory can be directed to the Disabled American Veterans Charitable Trust (https://secure.dav.org/site/Donation2?df_id=10801&10801.donation=form1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIxO_09OnD1wIVUSOBCh3TowJbEAAYASAAEgJC9_D_BwE) or to the American Cancer Society (https://donate3.cancer.org/?campaign=search&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI-tz2uurD1wIV2BqBCh1FKQ7tEAAYASAAEgIvLfD_BwE).
Tributes
"To my adopted family my love my prayers are with you George was a wonderful man iam honor and grateful to had met him .My Condolences to my Family. Love always Candy"
"George was one of the finest human being we've ever known. The wisdom he possessed, his range of knowledge was amazing to us and his love for family was paramount in his existence. We are going to miss George and are deeply moved by his passing. Everyone should have the opportunity in their lifetime to have known and befriended by someone like George. It would be a better planet for sure. Cindy & Randy Cover "
"I was saddened to hear of the death of George. I served with him in the US army at Erlangen, Germany. We were in the Scout Platoon from 1958 thru 1959. My thoughts and prayers are with the family in this time of mourning. Paul Kiar"