William Demas' Obituary
William Demas, age 93 of Lewes, DE passed away on Sunday, December 04, 2016, at the Delaware Hospice Center, in Milford, DE following a long battle with Bladder Cancer. He was born August 16, 1923 in Washington, DC, son of the late Louis P. Demas and Hresoula Kontos Demas. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a son , Curtis W. Demas; brothers Gus and Nick and sisters Bessie "Kiki", Dee and Mary.
Mr. Demas for many years worked as a television repairman for George's Radio and TV in Washington, DC for over 40 years retiring as a supervisor.
Mr. Demas proudly served in the Army Air Corps during War II and was a member of the American Legion Post 17, Lewes, DE.
He is survived by his wife of over 50 years Virginia Catherine Demas; a son, Jeffery A. Demas, two daughters, Shirley A. Rye (Greg) and Catherine L. Louia (Jimmy); daughter-in-law Valerie Demas (Curtis); eight grandchildren: Lucas Demas, Amy Demas, Jeffrey Demas, Joey Demas, Jason Demas, Caitlin Louia, Tyler Louia, and Jessica Reyes; seven great grandchildren; and three nephews, the Very Rev. Dr Joachim Cotsonis,Louis Demas, John Demas.
Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, December 07, 2016, at 11:00 AM , Saint Andrew The Apostle Orthodox Church, 33384 Mackenzie Way, Lewes, DE. where friends may call one hour prior to services. Interment with military honors will follow the service at the Delaware Veterans Cemetery, Millsboro, DE.
In lieu of flowers contributions are suggested to Delaware Hospice, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963
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