Peter Kotsovolos
August-15-1933 - May-02-2020
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Colin Darmon posted a condolence
Monday, June 1, 2020
Hi Lola and family.
It's Colin Darmon. Not sure if you remember me, Joe and I rented the back of the house in Perth way back in the mid 80's, we were both OPP officers, now retired.
I just heard about Peter's passing and wanted to send my late condolences to all the family. I have fond memories of eating Easter supper with you all and having the best lamb I have ever tasted.
Take care all.
Colin Darmon & Family
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Patricia Lamarche posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 12, 2020
Lola and Family,
I was very sorry to hear of Peter's passing. Not only do I remember him as formerly owning the Perth Restaurant,
but also was privileged to get to know Peter and Lola as well, through Kiwanis Club. Peter was such a pleasant
man and his presence in this town will be missed.
Patti Lamarche
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Mount Family posted a condolence
Saturday, May 9, 2020
Lola, Demi, Sophie & Frank,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We were lucky to spend some time with Lola and Peter when visiting my mom at the PCCC. Peter will be missed by all who had the privilege of meeting him. We are sorry for your loss.
Mike, Karen, Ashleigh, Sarah & Emily Mount
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Connie (Moskos) and Sebastian Vanderwaardt posted a condolence
Friday, May 8, 2020
Lola and Family,
We are very, very sorry for the loss of Peter.
We are thinking of you and Peter with years of fond memories in Perth.
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Catherine Dale Halladay posted a condolence
Friday, May 8, 2020
Dear Lola & Family,
We wish to convey our sincere condolences respecting Peter's passing. He was a true gentleman with a warm smile & a kind word for everyone, not to mention the best Pizza maker in town. Ace fondly recalls the many conversations he had with Peter & Lola over the years. May your many wonderful memories provide comfort during this difficult time, our thoughts & prayers are with each of you.
Ace & Dale Halladay
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Anne Gemmell posted a condolence
Thursday, May 7, 2020
Dear Lola, I was so very sorry to hear of Peter’s passing . He was a lovely man and I’m so glad I got to meet him. My sincerest condolences to you and your family . Anne Gemmell
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I am filled with sadness to hear this huge loss for the Kotsovolos family . I feel so grateful to have gotten to know this family over my lifetime. In particular, I am closest with Sophie but feel close to Frankie as we shared high school memories together. Sophie and I shared many hours / memories at the rink together when we both figureskated. I will be eternally grateful for Mr & Mrs Kotsolvolos ( Lola & Peter) for letting us stay in their home in Greece in Sept 2018. It was definitely a trip of a lifetime as my husband and I were lucky to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary with this trip to Greece . . The people , culture and food was to be never forgotten. I posted a few pictures of our trip to Greece that profoundly affected Brian and I. From the bottom of my heart to the whole Kotsolvolos family , I am so so sad for your loss - I will always love you all.
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Claude Sampson posted a condolence
Thursday, May 7, 2020
Lola, Demi, Sophie, and Frank..
It is with great sadness I learn of the passing of your husband, father and friend, Peter. As we go through life we encounter people that upon meeting, even for the first time, we immediately know are good people. Peter was such a man. Whether it was his warm smile and gentle laugh, or his great work ethic and integrity, Peter had this quality. My fondest memory of Peter took place in 1994, at the graduation of Frank and I from St. Francis Xavier University. My family invited Peter and Lola to our home in Antigonish for a graduation supper. As was tradition at the that time in my home, we would have an "authentic" Atlantic Lobster boil for such an event. The table was set with the usual items: Potato salad, Macaroni Salad, a few beer and some random utensils (mostly for show). The table cloth of course was layers of newspaper and a couple rolls of paper towel. Peter and Lola were asked to sit first and abruptly provided with a couple steamed, WHOLE Atlantic lobsters. The look of excitement and bewilderment on Peter's face is one I will soon not forget as he attempted to plan his first move. He looked at Lola, looked around and chuckled with his warm smile before cracking and gobbling lobster like he had done it a million times before. In that instant of a complete culture shock, he fit in like a true down east Maritimer!
I so wish I could have been there in person, please accept our deepest condolences.
Claude, Monica, Chase, Lenee and Luc Sampson
Sydney, Nova Scotia
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Ralph Willsey posted a condolence
Thursday, May 7, 2020
Here are the English words to the Greek song that Lola chose to accompany Peter’s video memorial:
The boats and the trains
full of young immigrants
leave to faraway lands.
Some are bound for Germany,
Some are bound for Australia
and others for Canada.
Wives cry for their husbands,
Mothers weep for their children,
the young son sobs,
the young daughter says,
to her father, “please stay healthy”.
From our beautiful homeland
Young people full of hope
Leave for America
To work so they can live
And with wealth to return
To Greece one morning
Wives cry for their husbands,
Mothers weep for their children,
the young son sobs,
the young daughter says,
to her father, “please stay healthy”.
Boats and Trains leave
Full of bright young men
And they return empty
From foreign lands
My migrants, who knows
If you will ever return here again?
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Ed and Tracy posted a condolence
Thursday, May 7, 2020
Dear Lola, Frank, Sophie, Jimmy and families,
We are so sad to hear of Pete’s passing. We hope you can find comfort in your memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Ed and Tracy Mitchell
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Deanne Strong posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 6, 2020
Dear Lola, Dimitrios, Sophia and Frankie and family
Please except our sincerest condolences on the passing of a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. Peter was such a kind, considerate and loving man. As a friend of Sophie, many of our friend group we’re so fortunate to have him as a second father. Not only did he feed us when we gathered to see each other, but he genuinely cared how we and our families were doing. Even when we had kids of our own, he and Lola couldn’t wait to see them and hear how they were doing. When our friend group turned 45, we decided that we would head to Greece to celebrate this milestone. I still remember Peter coming outside to the picnic table at 1 Lola Lane with a map of Greece to show us where we needed to explore. And above all, we had to visit his village. Fortunately, we did make that trip, and spent time in Peter’s village and in his “homeland”. That trip gave all of us all a better insight into who Poppa K was...a man who left a country he truly loved; a man who loved a country (Canada) who was truly willing to adopt him and who came to embrace him ; and a family that stretches beyond many countries and even continents.
Thinking of you all and hoping to see you all soon. Much love to all.
Deanne, Andrew, Nicholas, Sarah and Alexander Strong
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Nancy Paganis posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 6, 2020
Dear Thea Lola, Dimitrios, Sophia and Frankie, thinking of you with sympathy during this difficult time. Theo Pete will forever be in our hearts. May his memory be eternal and may God rest his soul.
With love and deepest sympathy
Nancy, George, Frankie, and Katerina Paganis
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Carla, Craig & Alma Morris posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 6, 2020
Dear Lola, Frankie, Sophie, Dimitrios & Family
Sending our heartfelt sympathy & support to each of you during this time. We remember his laughter, kindness, great smile & amazing humor! Such an amazing person to have known. Sending virtual hugs to all of you
Carla, Craig & Alma Morris
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Danielle & Graeme Wall posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 6, 2020
Wonderful nice man I felt like I grew up with in the Perth Restaurant since the middle 60's...I have great memories.
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Lisa Couch posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 6, 2020
My heart felt sympathy to Frankie, Sophia and family at this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lisa Couch
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Judie Cross posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 6, 2020
Dear Lola and Family, I was so sorry to hear of Peter's passing. We have many happy memories, of all of your family and certainly lots of memories of the Perth Restaurant. Everyone knew that the Cross' regularly ordered pizza. Sending you all love and prayers.
Judie Cross and Family
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traceyconroy72@gmail.com posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 6, 2020
Our deepest sympathies Sophie, Frank and family at this difficult time. Our thoughts are with you.
Lyle Conroy, Tracey Conroy, & Blake Inwood
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Debbie Ottman posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 6, 2020
The end of an era! I worked at the restaurant in the ‘70s, Peter recognized me 20 years later when I dropped in for the best pizza anywhere! He taught me all the tricks for making the best cocktails! The family were wonderful people to work for, my condolences! His energy and big smile will be missed.
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Cheryl Graham posted a condolence
Monday, May 4, 2020
My deepest condolences Sophie. The memories of both your sweet, kind parents at the Perth Restaurant after baton lessons will remain always in my heart. Praying you and your family finds peace and comfort in this difficult time. Hugs, Cheryl
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Kelli PiermaneB3yG posted a condolence
Monday, May 4, 2020
Our family is so sorry to hear of Peter’s passing. What a wonderful, kind and caring man he was. He always had a smile and a compliment every time we would visit in the restaurant and loved to visit when you could catch him around town with Lola after his retirement. Cherish all the wonderful years and memories.
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Heather Harry posted a condolence
Monday, May 4, 2020
Dearest Lola and family....
It was my pleasure to help with Peter and get to know lovely Lola and the family. Always felt welcomed and enjoyed my mini Greek lessons while enjoying coffee with Lola and Peter. Peter would laugh at my struggling Greek phrases, but was also encouraging.
A real gentleman, a man of good humor and a warming smile, polite and thankful. Also a man who enjoyed music and dance.
Your memory will live on in the many hearts that you have touched. Farewell friend. Heather
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Bob & Bonnie posted a condolence
Monday, May 4, 2020
Dear Lola and family - Please accept our sincere condolences - Peter was a wonderful person and will be missed by our Perth community. Not only do we remember the best pizzas in town from the Perth Restaurant but will always remember our visit to you and Peter in Messinohori Greece where we were able to see Peter’s home village.
Kindest regards
Bob & Bonnie Strachan
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Bruce & Barbara Carnrite posted a condolence
Monday, May 4, 2020
Dear Lola & Family,
Our deepest condolences on the passing of Peter. We have such fond memories of you both from the early days of going to the “Tea Room” and of course working for you in your home. Peter was a wonderful and true gentleman and will be missed greatly. Lola we will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult and sad time.
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Mary Kilgour posted a condolence
Monday, May 4, 2020
Our sincere sympathy to Lola, Frank, Demetrie, Sophia and your families.I first met the Kotsovolos family in 1968 when I moved to Perth and Demetrie was in my grade 2 class at Stewart School. Thankfully we have been friends ever since. I visited Peter when he was in the Perth hospital. I told him about falling in love with the pizza that he made. Andre is friends with Frank and Demetrie keeping them in signs for their restaurants. Peter was proud of his sons and their businesses. May all of your cherished family memories of Peter help to comfort you as you grieve a life well lived.
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Erie Weir posted a condolence
Monday, May 4, 2020
Erie, Andrew, & Mike Weir
Our condolences to Lola, Jimmie ,Frankie, Sophie & Family. A truly great man.
We will never forget Peter & the great Pizzas that he made.
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Jackie Dixon posted a condolence
Monday, May 4, 2020
Dear Lola and Family
So sorry for your loss of Peter, he was a wonderful, kind man, who had a smile for everyone. He will truly missed by many.
Sincerely,
Jackie Dixon
Dottie Newburn posted a condolence
Monday, May 4, 2020
My Dear Lola and family,my heart is broken after hearing the news about Peter,he was a sweet and kind man.
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Wayne James posted a condolence
Monday, May 4, 2020
Lola and Family. My sincere condolences . It is hard to believe that over fifty years has passed since we were neighbours in the same apartment building. You and Peter were very welcoming and friendly then and it is always a pleasure to see you to catch up on family.
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Patrick Murphy posted a condolence
Monday, May 4, 2020
We rented an apartment from Lola and Peter after we moved to Perth. They made us feel welcome and were kind, friendly and fair. Peter's quiet, gentle spirit will be greatly missed, prayers and love to Lola.
Patrick Murphy
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Linda Ruttle posted a condolence
Monday, May 4, 2020
Dear Lola and family
I am so very sorry to hear that Peter passed away. I worked for Peter and I considered him not only my boss but my friend. He was such a kind and gentle man. He will be missed by many. R.I.P. Peter.
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Arlene Dowdall posted a condolence
Monday, May 4, 2020
Dear Lola & Family,
We are so very sorry for the loss of Peter. We have many fond memories of going to the restaurant and being greeted with those big smiles and you Lola always making a big fuss over our “ Little Lisa”. Cherish the wonderful memories.
Willie & Arlene Dowdall & Family
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Johnwsprague@hotmail.comfdyr7 posted a condolence
Monday, May 4, 2020
I am so sorry to hear that Peter my good friend of 45 years has passed away, my deepest condolences to Lola, Jimmy, Sophia, Frankie and the entire family. This was a great man a friendly man a good man who will be sorrily missed by all who knew him. Sadly John Sprague
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Karen Poole (Laming) posted a condolence
Monday, May 4, 2020
Dear Lola and family:
What an amazing man. He was truly a gentle soul. When I worked at Perth Restaurant in my younger days, he was so kind and fun to work with. The best pizza's around. So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
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Walter and Carole Cecchini posted a condolence
Monday, May 4, 2020
Walter and I send our sincere condolences to Lola and family. We were introduced to this wonderful couple many years ago by Billy and Diane and were fortunate to be able to spend some time with them on a few occasions. We also very much enjoyed going to the restaurant and being greeted with warm smiles along with what we ordered. We are sorry for your loss.
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Janet and Hugh Jeffrey posted a condolence
Monday, May 4, 2020
We lived across from Lola and Pete for ten years...they were such hard working people up and at work about 5 am every day. My Dad gave them their first apartment when they first came here.Please accept our deepest condolences. Lola ,Sophie, Jim, Frankie you are in our thoughts at this very sad times.Let the memories help you thru this difficult time.Hugs.Janet and Hugh Jeffrey.
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Janet Mulville and Marty Hawkins posted a condolence
Monday, May 4, 2020
We are truly sorry for your loss and we are thinking of all of you at this time.
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Sharon Sprague posted a condolence
Monday, May 4, 2020
So sorry for your loss, my condolences to Lola and family.
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Ben Willis posted a condolence
Monday, May 4, 2020
My Sincere condolences to Lola and her family Regards Ben Willis
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Ann Buchanan posted a condolence
Monday, May 4, 2020
Dear Lola and family, My sincere condolences on Peter’s passing. We loved going to the Perth Restaurant as teens for a cherry coke and as a family. My dad and Peter chatted often and enjoyed many laughs. Remembering you in my thoughts and prayers.
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Steve Cowie posted a condolence
Monday, May 4, 2020
On behalf of the Kiwanis Club as president, I would like to give my condolences to Lola and her family on the passing away of Peter. Peter was an honorary member of the Kiwanis for which he served for over 45 years. The club appreciated his efforts over the time and dedication he gave to the club and his legacy will continue on for years to come.
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Rick & Barb Hannah posted a condolence
Monday, May 4, 2020
Our condolences to the Kotsovolos family
Troy James posted a condolence
Monday, May 4, 2020
Sorry for the families loss, this was the hang out throughout my day’s at PDCI, and if you were a little short you paid what you could. Great food Great People, Great town
Troy James
Wendy Robinson posted a condolence
Sunday, May 3, 2020
Dear Lola & family,
Our hearts are breaking on the loss of a dear husband, father & grandfather. Peter always had a smile & greeting for everyone, whether it was at the restaurant, on the street or at Timmie's enjoying a coffee. Sending love & prayers for the family during the difficult days ahead ..... cherish the memories.
Bob & Wendy Robinson
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Cheryl Smith posted a condolence
Sunday, May 3, 2020
Dear Lola and family, I am so sorry to hear of Peters passing. He wasalways friendlyand smiling adn a true gentleman. He will be missed.
Cheryl Smith
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Marney Cooper posted a condolence
Sunday, May 3, 2020
My very first job as a server started at the Perth restaurant when I was 14. Peter hired me because many years prior, my mom was a server for him too. No resume was needed, gave a young girl with no experience an opportunity. Forever grateful for that, Peter's happy nature, his constant good humor and that huge bright smile. I'm sure I'm not alone in having experienced his generosity.
My sincere heartfelt condolences to his wife Lola, his children, grandchildren and all those close to him. Best regards, Marney Cooper
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Ron Thornbury posted a condolence
Sunday, May 3, 2020
I got to know Peter and Lola at Perth Community Care. Lola and I had many chats as she visited Peter and I, Denise. Truly a lovely couple and I value the times I spent talking with Lola. My deepest condolences
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Melissa Killingbeck posted a condolence
Sunday, May 3, 2020
So sorry for your loss Lola and family. I will always remember our Friday night pizza from The Perth Restaurant. All of us kids got a good laugh every time we placed an order and Pete would know before we said our name it was for The Sullivan’s. Dad only likes pizza with light cheese and we placed enough orders that Pete always knew it was for Wayne. I have many fond memories of Friday night pizza, and Sunday morning breakfasts after church. It wasn’t just the incredible food that made The Perth Restaurant so special, it was all the wonderful family who ran it. Sending love and prayers to all the Kotsovolos family.
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Brad and Lenora Clark posted a condolence
Sunday, May 3, 2020
Frankie, Anna and family, so sorry to hear of your dads passing. We had many meals at Perth restaurant. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
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Claudette Truelove posted a condolence
Sunday, May 3, 2020
So sorry for your loss Lola, he was a great man. I sure miss his pizza's.
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Glenn/Robina Thomas posted a condolence
Sunday, May 3, 2020
So very sorry to hear of Peter's passing. A true gentleman. He will be missed. May memories of happier times ease your pain in the difficult days ahead. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
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Brenda Watson posted a condolence
Sunday, May 3, 2020
Dear Lola. Sending you and your family sincere condolences on the death of your beloved husband, father and grandfather. Always enjoyed seeing him in the restaurant. Brenda and Marty Watson.
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Noreen Sullivan posted a condolence
Sunday, May 3, 2020
What a wonderful, special picture! Wayne and I want to convey our deepest condolences at Pete's passing. He was a wonderful guy and we have many wonderful memories of our years of knowing him, and Lola, and the Perth Restaurant family as well. He was so good to make the guys on the garbage truck a burger while they were doing the weekly pickup there. The kids and us often reminisce about our Friday night ritual of rented movies and Perth Restaurant pizza, and Pete always knew who the order was for when we ordered light on the cheese. He will be greatly missed by so many but never forgotten. Hugs to all!
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MARILYN Devlin posted a condolence
Sunday, May 3, 2020
Dear Lola and family, I am very sorry for your loss. I knew Peter through Perth Kiwanis. He was held in high esteem in our club. It was a pleasure to have know him.
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Bill & Judy Brady posted a condolence
Sunday, May 3, 2020
Very sorry for your loss. I remember Mr. Kotsovolos well at the Perth Tea Room. The best pizzas ever.
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Sunday, May 3, 2020
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