Peter Theoharis, age 73, of Hartford, Wisconsin passed away on Tuesday, February 2, 2016 at the Waterford of Hartford.
He was born on February 9, 1942 in Greece to Andreas and Joann (nee Kokmotos) Theoharopoulos. Peter was a railroad engineer for the Milwaukee Railroad for 25 years and for Wisconsin Central for 10 years. He enjoyed being outdoors and spending time “up-north,” bow hunting, fishing, scouting for deer and gun deer hunting. He also enjoyed gardening, sports cars (corvette and Porsche), ATVs, rummage sales, riding bikes, and snowmobiling. His grandchildren were very dear to him and he cherished time spent with them and his family.
Peter is survived by his loving children, Kelly Theoharis, Andrew Theoharis, and Michael (Sandy) Perez; cherished grandchildren, Colton Blue, Vanesa, Andraea, Pano Theoharis, Elana, Nick, Noah, and Michah Perez; and his dear siblings, Steve, William, Eva, and Sophia Theoharopoulos. He is further survived by many other loved relatives and friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Andreas and Joann Theoharopoulos and his daughter-in-law Verona Theoharis.
A prayer service will be held for Peter on Friday, February 5, 2016 at 5:00 p.m. at the Shimon Funeral Home (824 Union Street Hartford, WI 53027) with Fr. Theologos Pandelis officiating. Family will greet relatives and friends at 4:00 p.m. on Friday at the funeral home. Visitation will continue after the prayer service until 6:00 p.m.
Peter’s children would like to share their sincere gratitude to Peter’s siblings for all of their support during this difficult time. Your kindness will never be forgotten.