George Dellos brought love and warmth, kindness and song to the world, and it is with great sadness that we share his passing. George died on Thursday, December 1, 2022 at his home in Osprey, FL with his wife Kay by his side. Born in Moline Illinois on February 19, 1936, he was the oldest of three sons of Maria and Nick Dellos. He was a long-time resident of Moline, and in 1995 began vacationing in the Sarasota area. In 2003 he and Kay became full-time residents of Osprey.
George is survived by his wife of 62 years, Catherine (Kay) Coppens Dellos, two children, David Dellos (Laura) of Coralville, IA, and Anne Dellos (Leo Lauer), of Phoenix, AZ, two grandchildren, Adam and Ben Dellos, both of San Francisco, CA. George is also survived by his brothers, Spiro (Dawn) and John (Patricia) Dellos. George loved, enjoyed and was committed to his family, which includes the extended family members around the world.
George loved to be the life of the party and was known for making jokes, funny faces and throwing Greek expressions into the conversation. Music and painting were big parts of his life. He could often be found in his “painting studio” in the garage, where he enjoyed working with watercolors, oils and pencil drawings. He sang. ALWAYS. Beginning with his fraternity quartet at Augie and throughout his life, he enjoyed starting the song and getting others to join in. He played violin and he generally loved to entertain. More recently, he enjoyed his breakfast buddies, choral group and happy hour friends at Seaside Springs.
George was employed by Deere & Company for 40 years, retiring in a senior management position. He was a graduate of Augustana College in Rock Island, IL and a proud Veteran of the US Army. He was a long-time member of Short Hills Country Club in East Moline, IL, and a member and past president of Mission Valley Country Club in Nokomis, Fl. He was a board member and past president of Willowbend Community in Osprey, Fl.
Celebrations of life will be held in Osprey and Moline at a later date. Donations in George’s memory may be made to Good Samaritan Pharmacy and Health Services, 2502 N Tamiami Tr, Nokomis, FL 34275, or to WVIK Augustana Public Radio, Augustana College, 815 38th St., Rock Island, IL 61201.
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