Demetrios "Jim" Sarandos

Demetrios "Jim" Sarandos, age 90, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 19, 2024. Born on September 18, 1933, to the late Alex and Angeline (Poulis) Sarandos. After bravely serving his country with the US Marine Corps, and receiving an honorable discharge from the Korean War, Jim returned home to build a life with Dolores “Lola” Haro, whom he married on May 7, 1955. Together, they created a home filled with laughter, support, and an abundance of love. Jim's love for sports was lifelong; he played volleyball, football, and baseball from his youth well into his senior years. In retirement, Jim found great pleasure in the great outdoors, an avid bird watcher quietly observing the beauty of nature. He and Lola traveled extensively, creating a tapestry of memories that they would share with their family upon each return home.

Jim is survived by his beloved wife of nearly 69 years, Lola Sarandos, and their children: Chris (Lynn) Sarandos, Dina (Ronald) Boville, Jim (Holly) Sarandos, and Diane (Jeff) Eggers. He was a proud grandfather to Kara (Dan) Kolesar, Steven (Kelly) Sarandos, Chantal (Brian) Relihan, Andrew (AJ) Sarandos, Dan Boville, Nicholas Sarandos, Matthew Eggers, and Katherine Eggers, and a doting great-grandfather to six great-grandchildren. His sister Joanna Sarandos, in-laws Phyllis Navarrete and Tom Spies, and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives will also hold his memory dear. Jim was preceded in death by his daughter Karen Sarandos, sister Frances Aiello, and in-laws Jesse (Celia) Haro, Marcos Haro, Antonia (Manuel) Morales, Mary Spies, and Louie Navarrete. He leaves behind a legacy of love and a family who cherished every moment spent with him.

Visitation will be held on Friday, April 12, 2024, at the MAX A. SASS GREENRIDGE CHAPEL (4747 S 60th St., Greenfield), from 9:00 AM until the 11:00 AM service. Burial will take place at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Milwaukee.