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October
14, 2015
In
Honor of a True Hellene - The Passing of Chris P. Tomaras
God chooses good
people to do great things. Chris P. Tomaras has left a legacy of great
things. Mr.
Tomaras fell asleep in the Lord on October 14, 2015 at 6:15am.
Chris
Tomaras will be remembered for his love of Hellenism, entrepreneurial
ingenuity, profound faith and never-ending generosity. His determination
and perseverance led to a career as a successful businessman as owner of
Kronos Foods and Tomaras Investments. Devoted to his family, friends and
those in need, his many acts of kindness demonstrated his spirit of
philanthropy and deep love for all. He was a devoted Greek Orthodox
Christian, putting his faith into practice. Mr. Tomaras was a benefactor
of many churches and Greek Orthodox institutions, including the Saint
Iakovos Retreat Center of the Metropolis of Chicago. He was an active
member of Leadership 100 and a dedicated Archon of the Order of Saint
Andrew of the Ecumenical Patriarchate.
Born in Piraeus,
Greece,Chris Tomaras personified Hellenism, while embracing the ideals of
his adopted home of America. As Vice President of the World Council of
Hellenes in the Americas (SAE), he inspired Greek Americans of all ages
to be proud of their culture and heritage, creating programs for Greek
youth and sponsoring special cultural events. Mr. Tomaras' generosity
spanned across the Greek Diaspora, improving the lives of many Greeks.
It was his passion
for education that led him to establish the PanHellenic Scholarship Foundation
(PHSF). Ever mindful of the importance of a college education, he founded
the PHSF so that Greek American undergraduates would have the financial
resources they needed to complete their education. His vision and
generosity have made sure that more than 300 deserving students have
received scholarships totaling over $2 million.
Mr. Tomaras has
served as leader of a number of civic, community and business
organizations, including President of the PanMessenian Federation of USA
and Canada. He was a member of the Board of Trustees of Anatolia College
and the founding member of the American Foundation of Hellenic Studies at
Georgia State University. Mr. Tomaras has received countless awards such
as the Ellis Island Medal of Honor and an Honorary Doctor of Humanities
from Hellenic College-Holy Cross School of Theology.
The passing of Chris
P. Tomaras leaves a great void in our hearts and in our community, yet it
motivates us to continue his good deeds. We will lead by his example,
mindful of his accomplishments and the words of wisdom he has shared with
us. Our Lord welcomes this good and faithful servant into His Kingdom. We
pray for his immortal soul. May
the memory of Chris P. Tomaras be ever eternal.
Memorial and funeral information will be provided soon.
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