George C. Gianulias

George Chris Gianulias August 22, 1931 – November 25, 2016 George Chris Gianulias, 85, passed away on Friday, November 25, 2016 at Queen of the Valley Hospital following a brief illness. Although suffering from Alzheimer’s Disease, he still recognized his beloved wife Katherine (Bekas) Gianulias, of 61 years, and his loving family until the end. A longtime resident of Vallejo, “Jumping George” was born and raised in Sacramento. After graduating from McClatchy High, he attended Sacramento JC where he attained his Associate Degree in Business. In 1955 he enrolled at Menlo College in Atherton, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration, then attended the University of Southern California Graduate School of Business. Expanding his education, 1962-1964 he studied at Lincoln University Law School, also receiving his Real Estate Certificate from UC California Extension, completing his education in 1973 at JF Kennedy University with a Master’s Degree in Business Administration, and received his Real Estate Broker and General Contractor licenses along the way. Having numerous jobs while completing his education, including Vallejo Liquor Distributers, owned by Nick Bekas (father-in law) & AK Thannos, and opening the “Gay Puree” lounge in Vallejo. Working in Commercial Real Estate from 1955, his employers consisted of United California Bank, Texaco, Alpha Beta-Acme Markets and Safeway to name a few. His job descriptions included National Department Manager of Real Estate Shopping Center development, site research, leases and negotiations, eventually becoming self employed, owning, constructing and developing shopping centers. He owned, operated and built Vintage Bowl in American Canyon along with being instrumental in bringing Marine World to Vallejo with Terry Curtola. He was preceded in death by his parents Chris & Nicoletta Gianulias, grandson Al and son-in-law Alfred Brown. He leaves behind a large beloved family including daughter’s Natalie Peretto (John) and Nikki, son Jimmy, grandchildren Katherine, Sherri, Sean, Jason and Jessica Brown, great granddaughter’s Allie & Sierra, brothers Andy, Gus, Jim, and Elaine Blomenberg, Marilyn Rollo. He lived for his family and enjoyed the numerous “Family Vacations” including many abroad visiting Greece, Africa, Europe, and South America. He also enjoyed flying (Pilot’s License), football and his life-long friends gathering at 5pm for the “Friday Meetings” every week. May his Memory be Eternal, Eonia I Mnimi, Eonia I Mnimi, Eonia I Mnimi… Visitation will be held 12 -4 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 6 at Twin Chapels Mortuary, 1100 Tennessee St., Vallejo and 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 6 with a Trisagion Service beginning at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday at Sts. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 1224 Alabama St., Vallejo. Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 7 also at Sts. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church, followed by the burial at All Souls Cemetery, Vallejo and a Luncheon at the Church Hall. Donations may be made to Sts. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church, Alzheimer’s Association or a charity of the donor’s choice. Arrangements entrusted to the direction and care of Twin Chapels Mortuary, Vallejo (707) 552-6696. www.TwinChapelsMortuary.com

George C. Gianulias

August 22, 1931 - November 25, 2016