Passed away peacefully on July 18, 2024 surrounded by his family at the age of 65. Cherished father of Andrew Papadopoulos and his mother Christine. Dear son of Eleni and the late Vasilios. Esteemed son-in-law to Audrey and the late Leslie Underwood. Loving brother to Nick, George (late Judy), Joanne (Louie) Surace. Beloved brother-in-law of Leslie Jr., Barbara, Michelle, Cathy, and Raymond Underwood. Dear uncle to Olivia, Peter, Ava, Brian, Natasha, Carly, Alyssa, Darius, Marcus, Desiree and many other extended family members. Revered cousin of Chris Spiroff (Lynn) and son James.
James recently retired from the GECDSB as an educator in June. He worked on cars as a passionate lifetime hobby from adolescence and enjoyed going on long drives and taking in many car shows at his leisure. Also, he greatly adored sailing on the water with his multiple boats owned over the years,
A great friend and mentor to many, an active member of Sacred Heart Church in LaSalle where he proudly served as an usher over the years. A supportive Detroit Tigers fan who loved taking in games while walking around the ballpark with his son every year at Comerica Park. Thoroughly enjoyed visiting the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, MI where he was a long-time member. He was always affectionately loving towards his family, friends and students and will be deeply missed by many.
Visitation at Anderson Funeral Home (895 Ouellette Ave.) on Monday, July 22, 2024 from 3-5 and 7-9PM. Visiting continues on Tuesday from 11AM until the time of service at 11:30AM. Interment to follow at Windsor Memorial Gardens.
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