Elmwood Funeral Chapel & Crematory

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Nick G. Petros

Passed away on February 18, 2025

Nick G Petros, late of Hegewisch. Born March 23, 1948 in Lidoriki, Greece.  Passed away February 18, 2025.  Preceded death by his parents George and Giannoula (Apostolopoulos) Petros and brother Paul. Survived by wife Ruth (nee Kookich), his sister Maria (late Deno) Dalacas, son Christopher Petros  (Olivia), daughter Nikki (Jim) Hall, grandchildren Nicholas (Ashley) Gaik, Alexandra (Kyle) Gaik, James Hall, Ana Petros and Sophia Petros. Many nieces and nephews. 

Nick came to the United States in 1958 and became a citizen in 1961.  He graduated from Chicago Vocational High School in 1967. Nick served as a combat medic from 1967-69 in Vietnam, served with honorable discharge.  Nick was a L.U. 597 Pipefitter ex apprentice journeyman who retired after 38 years. 

Nick was a history buff and political enthusiasts, a Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune champion from the comfort of his couch, but most of all loved spending his free time with his family and friends.

Visitation Friday, February 21, 2025 from 3:00 – 8:00 pm at the Elmwood Funeral Chapel 11300 W. 97th LN. (1/2 block west of US 41/Wicker Ave. at 97th LN.) St. John.  For more information www.elmwoodchapel.com or 219-365-3474

Visitation Location

St. John
11300 W. 97th Lane
St. John, IN 46373
(219) 365-3474

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Friday, February 21, 2025 - 3:00 pm until 8:00 pm

Condolences
"Ruthie,my heart goes out to you.Im so sorry for your loss,Beebs always had kind things to say about Nick.Meomories are always there."
- Sandy Cap ,Cook
February 19, 2025 2:25 pm
"Going to miss you my friend the world lost a good man and we lost a good friend and member of our family love you always Paul Sharon Deadra and David remembering all the laughs and good times RIP "
- Paul Crowel
February 19, 2025 5:05 pm
"Dear Ruthie & family, my prayers and thoughts are with on your loss. May your memories help you through these days ahead. Vjecnaja Pamjat"
- Dodie Pavichevich-Bulala
February 19, 2025 5:23 pm
"Sorry for your loss Had a lot of laughs with Nick over the years I worked with him was a great Pipefitter will always remember him and his smile! "
- Jeff Wallis
February 21, 2025 7:17 am
"Please accept our sincere sympathies for your loss. Our hearts go out to you Ruth and family. Nick's spirit and love will always be with all of you. "
- Debra Harris
February 21, 2025 1:57 pm
Candles Lit
"My deepest sympathy to the Petros family. May God wrap his arms around your family at this difficult time. "
- Alyson Kupari
February 21, 2025 1:14 pm