Fredericos (Erick) Savidakis, 92, of Tarpon Springs, Florida, passed away January 10, 2024. Erick was born on June 15, 1931, to Michael and Helen Savidakis in Agioi Deka, Crete, Greece. Erick was an avid golfer, sports fan and after a long career as machinist and quality inspector he and his loving wife, Ourania (Anna) retired to Florida in 1996.
As a young adult, Erick emigrated to Canada and ultimately settled in Manchester, CT where he and his wife Anna raised their family.
Erick was extremely proud of being a native of Crete and was very active with the Cretan Club both locally and nationally. He was active in the church community at St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Hartford, CT and then at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral after his retirement to Florida.
The loving husband, father, and grandfather is survived by his four children Helen Spinoso, Michael (Debra), Elizabeth, and Rick (Susan); his grandchildren Sebastian, Maria, Maggie (Aaron), Torrie (Matt), Joanna, Erick, and Alexa. He is also survived by his brothers Dimitri and Haralambos as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Erick was predeceased by his wife Anna, brothers John and George, sister Chrisoula.
Visitation will be held on January 14 at 2:00-5:00pm at Dobies Funeral Home, 701 E. Tarpon Ave., Tarpon Springs, FL 34689.
Funeral will be held on January 15 at 2:00pm at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 36 N. Pinellas Ave., Tarpon Springs, FL 34689.
Burial will follow at Curlew Hills Memory Garden, 1750 Curlew Rd., Palm Harbor, FL 34683.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Philoptochos Chapter at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 36 N. Pinellas Ave., Tarpon Springs, FL 34689.
Thomas B Dobies Funeral Home - Tarpon Springs Chapel
Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral
Curlew Hills Memory Gardens
Joan Cook
January 11, 2024, 8:00 pm
Liz you know how I feel. I’m so sorry that you lost both your parents and social length of time. The only consolation is that they are now reunited. My hugs and love are with you. I also give Michael my condolences and Helen. You were the best. What’s that
The Soltis family
January 11, 2024, 11:42 pm
Erick & Family,
So sorry for the loss of your father. We hope your fond memories of your Dad bring you all peace during this difficult time. 🙏🙏
Sal DeLellis
January 15, 2024, 9:13 pm
To the nephew of Eric: Dr. John Savidakis, and family,
Dear friends, my deepest, condolences and prayers for Eric and his family. Eric was a fine gentleman and loved the Lord. He unselfishly donated his time and efforts to the church. I’m sure he was met in Paradise by Gods Angels. I’m sorry that I was unable to attend his service. Please be assured of my continued prayers.
Best wishes and love,
Salvatore DeLellis, and family
Roseanne Fenton and Ken Obuch
January 16, 2024, 10:18 pm
Our Thoughts, Prayers and Sympathy go out to the entire Savidakis Family. Eric and Anna were great neighbors to us from the very beginning of the building of our Community here in Tarpon Springs. Eric was always there when needed to lend a helping hand and Anna was known to come over with a big plate of her famous Greek Cookies to share with us. They were a lovely couple to know and so loving. We were so sad to hear today (1-16) he had passed away. They are together again probably walking around Heaven hand in hand. God received the most beautiful Angels the day he called Eric & Anna home to heaven.
With Sympathy Wendy Hooper-Meletes and Olivia Meletes-Morris
January 27, 2024, 12:52 am
Rick and Sue, Mike and Deb, Helen and Liz,
Praying you’ll be comforted with precious memories and God’s presence to care for you in your loss.