Costas C. Golionis 70

LACONIA — Costas C. Golionis 70, of Champlin Street died on Saturday, June 24, 2017, at Lakes Region General Hospital surrounded by his loving family.

Costas was born Jan. 15, 1947, in Trikala, Greece, son to the late Konstantinos and Aglaia (Goulioni) Pyrgiotis.

Following his naval military service in Greece, he moved to New Hampshire in 1970. He worked for Laconia Needle for a several years, becoming a lead man and meeting his future wife. Costas later opened and operated South End Pizza and Seafood for 25 years before retiring.

Costas enjoyed fishing, hunting and was an avid poker player. He will be remembered most for his giving nature, always helping those in need. Above all he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, and his dog, Ash.

Costas is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Georgia (Kipreotis) Golionis of Laconia; two sons, Athen Golionis and Scott Kipreotis, both of Laconia; and several nieces and nephews; close friends, the Yiannis Family and Pete St. Pierre.

In addition to his parents he was predeceased by his brother, George Pyrgiotis.

There will be no calling hours or funeral services.

For those who wish, the family suggest memorial contributions in his name may be made to the Boys & Girls Club of The Lakes Region, 876 N. Main St., Laconia, NH 03246.

Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services 164 Pleasant St., Laconia, is assisting the family with the arrangements, For more information and to view an online memorial, please visit www.wilkinsonbeane.com.