In Loving Memory of George Tirikos
With profound sadness, the family of George Tirikos announces his passing on Saturday, September 13, 2025. George was a beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend whose generosity, humor, and tireless work ethic touched countless lives.
Born to Nicholas and Fatima Tirikos, George grew up in Boston, Massachusetts, where his loyalty to family and love for his hometown teams first took root. A devoted Boston sports fan—especially of the Patriots—he carried that passion and pride wherever life took him.
During high school, George’s family moved to Tarpon Springs, Florida, where he later met the love of his life, Irene, who he was married to for 26 years, George was the proud father of Nicholas, Themelina, and Fatima, his pride, joy, and entire world. Nothing made him happier than having his children, their cousins, and their friends gathered around. Seeing them together brought him pure joy.
George will be remembered for his big heart, infectious smile, and boundless generosity—always ready with a joke and the first to give the shirt off his back. From his early days working in the family restaurant to the years he owned Cheap Tree Service, George embodied a remarkable work ethic. He taught his children how to throw a football, fish, and ride a bike, but more importantly how to respect others, stand tall, and never accept disrespect.
Above all, George’s life was defined by love for his family. He carried their burdens as his own and celebrated every joy as if it were his own. His warmth and devotion will be forever remembered by all who were blessed to know him.
George is survived by Irene, his children Nicholas, Themelina (Francesco), and Fatima, all of Tarpon Springs; his father Nickolas (Irina); his mother Fatima; his brothers Jimmy (Dawn) and Nickolas; his in-laws Pete (Thelma); his brother-in-law Nick (Valadou); his godson Panagiotis, goddaughter Eleni, and many nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, September 19, at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Tarpon Springs. The family will receive friends for a viewing at 10:00 a.m., followed by the funeral at 11:00 a.m.
May his memory be eternal.
Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral
Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral
Irene
September 17, 2025, 7:35 pm
I will love you always and forever!
Antoinette Sferra
September 17, 2025, 8:06 pm
My deepest condolences to you and your family. My prayers are with you and your children at this very sad time.
All my love
Antoinette Sferra
Salina Pistone
September 18, 2025, 12:12 am
We love you Uncle George and will miss you very much.
My prayers are with your children and Thea Irene every night .
Rest in paradise with our lord .
Love
Salina, Joe , Joseph , Cora
Teri Kelley
September 18, 2025, 3:27 am
Sending you all my deepest condolences and hugs to you and your family.
Basil Moutsatsos
September 18, 2025, 5:13 pm
Our most loving thoughts and prayers are with you from our family. We are so sorry. Love you all.
Georgia Bennett
September 18, 2025, 6:00 pm
Irene,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your children and you are in my prayers.please send my condolences to your family and especially nick and Fatima
Penny Russell
September 18, 2025, 9:20 pm
Our sincere condolences to your family. We only met George recently but have known Nick, Fatima and Jimmy through the restaurants for a very long time. Hope Hod holds all of you in his arms at this most difficult time. Sincerely, the Russell Family
Jaymie Medeiros (Vaughn)
September 18, 2025, 9:45 pm
Georgie what can I saw we came from the sports town. Patriots, Bruins, Celtics and Red Sox we were born into it my friend. I still have the blue beannie patriot bear you got me when you found out I was having my first baby. You understood the assignment. We are born into that nation. Times on Cape Cod jumping off Bass River Bridge. I remember your first date with Irene and how excited you were to get married. Robby and I had great memories with you from Strokers to Fred Howard to his birthday party.Your family was everything to you and everyone is absolutely 💯 you would take your shirt off to help anyone. I just saw you and your mom a couple months ago at Walmart hugged you both and told you both how much I missed and loved you. Until we me again my friend now you can rest easy 🙏😢💔😇
Ms Kay
September 19, 2025, 1:45 am
My Heart aches. Condolences to George’s family and friends. You are missed.
Laura Rossi
September 19, 2025, 2:03 am
So very sorry for your loss. From your Ashland neighbor.
Laura (Tina) Rossi
George & Danielle Chambers
September 19, 2025, 10:49 am
So sorry for your families loss. We are praying for you all. May his memory be eternal!
Sheila M Hayter-Long
September 19, 2025, 8:58 pm
Sincere condolences to the family. My heart breaks for your all.
Sheila Hayter-Long
Jen mcdonagh
September 20, 2025, 4:12 am
Sending prayers and love to you and your family at this hard time. I’m always just a phone call away.
GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN❤️❤️❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Regina Galouzis
September 20, 2025, 6:05 pm
Fatima I was saddened to hear this news. You’re in my thoughts and prayers.
Regina Galouzis
Mary Liakos
September 21, 2025, 3:04 am
Our Deepest Sympathy. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Paul and Mary Liakos
Josephine
September 23, 2025, 11:11 pm
Irene, Nicholas, Themelina, Fatima, and Tirikos Family, I am so sorry for your loss and saddened. I can’t even imagine. 😢 Joy. and I have fond memories of Georgie, and all of you. I could see how much he loved Irene and his kids. Gone too soon. Sending all my love and prayers. RIP 💔
Fr Benjamin (Ron) Tucci
September 24, 2025, 3:52 am
I’m so very sorry for your loss. I’m praying that our Lord Jesus sends the angels and saints to watch over you and your family. Prayers for spiritual protection. May his memory be eternal!
Apostolos sfougaristios
September 26, 2025, 1:08 am
Hey brother I have meet u few times and u were always cool and funny you will be missed
Apostolos sfougaristios
September 26, 2025, 11:17 am
I’m sorry for ur guys loss prayers and love ❤️
Marlene
October 8, 2025, 3:48 am
I only knew George for a short while but it felt like eternity. He was a wonderful man father husband and friend. I will always remember his kindness and his laughter. His life was cut way too short. The Lord has him tuck away in his arms keeping him safe and warm. I Love you George thank you for the wonderful memories and for doing a great job on cutting my trees 🤗😢
Marlene Bagnall
October 8, 2025, 5:16 pm
Marlene
October 8, 2025, 3:48 am
I only knew George for a short while but it felt like eternity. He was a wonderful man father husband and friend. I will always remember his kindness and his laughter. His life was cut way too short. The Lord has him tuck away in his arms keeping him safe and warm. I Love you George thank you for the wonderful memories and for doing a great job on cutting my trees 🤗😢