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Alex Sunday Kiriakides, Jr

September 15, 1914 - November 27, 2008
Alex Sunday Kiriakides, Jr., 94, husband of Catherine Doumlele Kiriakides, died Thursday, November 27, 2008 at his residence. "Mr. Alex," as he was known, was born in Asia Minor in 1914, the son of the late Alexander and Marica Haji-Oglou Kiriakides. He arrived to Ellis Island in 1921 at the age of seven. He graduated from Greenville High School in 1933 and attended the Citadel for 2 years. One of the first in the vending business, he bought his first cigarette machine in the 1930's, experienced the depression era which made a lasting impact on his work ethic and served in the U.S. Army during World War II where he trained new recruits as a second lieutenant. Older Greenvillians knew him as "Jocko". He was a member of Green Valley Country Club where he "schooled" the younger generations in the game of Gin Rummy. In his early years, he was instrumental with other young Greenvillians in building YMCA Camp Greenville. In the 1970's he served on the SC State Ports Authority Board. Mr. Kiriakides was the owner of Atlas Food Systems and Service Inc. Over the years, Atlas Vending employed as many as four hundred people. He was still working up to one month of his passing. He was a member of St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral. He was a loving father, a businessman, an entrepreneur, and inventor, and had always expressed a deep patriotic love for America. Surviving, in addition to his wife, are two daughters, Mary Ann Kiriakides and Cathy Cannon and husband Henry; two sons, Alex Kiriakides III and wife Suzanne and Michael W. Kiriakides and wife Debbie; two sisters, Louise Kiriakides and Libby Sfiris; a brother, John Kiriakides; and seven grandchildren all of Greenville. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the building fund of St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 406 N. Academy Street, Greenville, SC 29601. Visitation will be held Friday, November 28, 2008 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. with a Trisagion Service at 7:00 p.m. at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Downtown. The funeral service will be held Saturday, November 29, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Memorial Park. Serving as pallbearers will be Stan Tzouvelekas, Jamie Tzouvelekas, John Cannon, Nick Theodore, Steve Trakas, Jimmy Melehes, Spero Conits and Dr. Pete Manos. The family will be at the residence.
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Alex Sunday Kiriakides, Jr., 94, husband of Catherine Doumlele Kiriakides, died Thursday, November 27, 2008 at his residence. "Mr. Alex," as he was known, was born in Asia Minor in 1914, the son of the late Alexander and Marica Haji-Oglou Kiriakides. He arrived to Ellis Island in 1921 at the age of seven. He graduatedContinue Reading

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Wendy, Robert, Travis and Lucas Ziermann left a message on March 6, 2015:
Cathy, Hank, John & Sunday, We are truly sorry for your loss. It makes it harder for the holidays but know that God has him in his care and also you and your family. God Bless, love you all.
Wendy Rolader left a message on March 6, 2015:
My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Atlas and Kiriakides families. Mr. Alex will be greatly missed by all. God Bless!
Trey Harvard left a message on March 6, 2015:
Dear Kiriakides Family, Mr. Alex will be greatly missed. I'll always fondly remember the numerous stories he has left me with. He truly is one of a kind and I am honored to have known and worked for him. My sympathy, love and prayers are with you al
The Cheney Family left a message on March 6, 2015:
Dear Kiriakides Family, We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Alex. Our families go a long way back and though we really do not see each other much anymore, we will always consider you a part of our family. Please know that you are all in our
Shannon B. Woodcock left a message on March 6, 2015:
Alex III and the Kiriakides Family My most heartfelt condolences for your loss. -Woody
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Scott & Betty Milton left a message on March 6, 2015:
Miss Catherine, Alex, Mary Ann, Cathy, and Michael you are all in our hearts and in our prayers at this time of such deep sorrow. I know that your faith in God and the strength you are to each other as a family will comfort you. Mr. Alex was a such a
Sara Rafferty left a message on March 6, 2015:
MaryAnn: I am so sorry for your loss it is particularly hard this time of year. My prayers and thoughts are with you. Sara
Richard Cheney left a message on March 6, 2015:
Dear Kiriakides Family: I can't tell you how sorry I am to hear of Mr. Alex's passing. Although it has been many years since I have seen him, I will always remember him as as the kind and generous man that he was. I am very grateful for the opport
Renee Mahaffey left a message on March 6, 2015:
Alex, MaryAnn, Cathy, Mike, and Ms. Catherine -- I am saddened to hear of Mr. Alex's passing. He was someone to look up to and learn from. He had given me words of advice and guidance, and has been supportive and encouraging. I will always be thankful
Randy Foster left a message on March 6, 2015:
My condolences for your loss. These times are never easy but become so over time.
Mike & Karen Elder left a message on March 6, 2015:
Ms. Catherine, Maryann, Alex, Cathy and Michael, So sorry to hear of Mr. Alex passing. You all were good friends to our family. Mike and Karen Elder
Mark Sidwell left a message on March 6, 2015:
Over the past 20 years our business was very fortunate to have Atlas Vending and Mr. Alex as a customer. We learned alot over the years from Mr. Alex and Mr. Alex's wisdom and expierence will be missed as well as his friendship. Diane, Mike and Mark Sidwe
Lynda Benden left a message on March 6, 2015:
Dear Ms Catherine and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all durning this most difficult time. Mr. Alex will always hold a special place in my heart. He was truly a wonderful man! God Bless you all, Lynda Pierce Benden
Kelley Chandler left a message on March 6, 2015:
My Dearest Cathy and Family: Scott, Morgan and I want to send our deepest sympathy and let you know you will be in our thoughts and prayers. Cathy, you'll always be a dear friend of mine and I cherish that more than you know. I'm here if you need a
Keli Johnson Hoskins left a message on March 6, 2015:
Miss Catherine, Alex, Cathy, Michael, and Mary Ann: A great man has been welcomed into Heaven, and he will be greatly missed. He is probably up there right now telling the Angels how to run things more smoothly. You all are in our thoughts and pray
Jimmy Beleos left a message on March 6, 2015:
Dear Kiriakides Family Our Deepest Sympathy With Love, Jimmy and Joanna Beleos
Jan & Steve Martin left a message on March 6, 2015:
Dear Cathy, Hank and your family, We send our deepest sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your Father. You are in our prayers. Sincerely, Jan and Steve Martin
Faye Wimberly left a message on March 6, 2015:
I am sorry for the loss of your beloved father. I was a friend of Alex Kiriakides, III when I was employed at Palmetto Baptist Medical Center many years ago and thought very highly of him. When I see the Atlas Food trucks here in the Charleston area, of
Elizabeth Wilson left a message on March 6, 2015:
Dear Mrs.Kiriakides, Mike and I wish to express our heartfelt sympathies to you and your family. Most Sincerely, Elizabeth and Mike Wilson
Don and Melinda West left a message on March 6, 2015:
Mrs. Kiriakides,Cathy, Hank, John, Sunday, and family, We are sorry to hear of Mr. Kiriakides passing. He lived a great life and has left a legacy. We visited Ellis Island last month and his journey came to mind. You're in our thoughts and prayers. L
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Dick & Arena Youtz left a message on March 6, 2015:
Alex III, We were out of town and were sorry to learn of your loss upon our return. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Suzanne and your family.
Dennis Waldrop, Mayor left a message on March 6, 2015:
Our community has lost a great man who was an inspiration to all who knew him. My condolences and sympathy go out to all of his family.
David and Nancy Harlan left a message on March 6, 2015:
Our thoughts certainly are with you all today. Working with each of you made an impact on my own life and we just wanted you to know that you all will be in our prayers. We would like to be able to attend services, however due to family illnesses we wi
Charles K Warren left a message on March 6, 2015:
We saw Mr. Alex's notice in the Charleston Post and Courier today. He was a great man and meant a lot to me in developing my career at Milliken & Company. Atlas Vending made me a "hero" for the great food and service at all of our plants. The use of Atlas
Caroline Hassell left a message on March 6, 2015:
Dear Gloria, Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.I know that y'all miss him very much but, he will always be with you. Love, Caroline Hassell
Carol Pilcher left a message on March 6, 2015:
Alex III, My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.
Bob Nestor left a message on March 6, 2015:
I have lost a good friend with whom I have had the privilege of working during these past several years. He will certainly be missed. He loved his family, loved his country, and loved his work. Not many men could live as long as Mr. Alex did and be produc
Bob Bryson left a message on March 6, 2015:
Alex III and Kiriakides Family Our thoughts and prayers to you in the loss of your Father.May God comfort you and Bless You. Sincerely,
Amy Ryan left a message on March 6, 2015:
Ms. Catherine, Maryann, Alex, Cathy and Michael I was deeply saddened to hear of Mr. Alex's passing. It is so difficult when we lose a loved one but to lose them during the holidays makes it even harder. You are, and will continue to be in my prayers
Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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