George N. Katsikas

George Katsikas, 87, of 84 Varney Street, died February 19, 2006 at St. Joseph Hospital in Nashua after a short period of declining health. He was born in Manchester on May 25, 1918, the son of Christos and Naomi (Korcoulis) Katsikas and was a lifelong resident of the area. He graduated from local schools and was a World War II Navy Veteran from 1942 to 1945 where he served in the Mediterranean Theatre. He was a seaman first class and served on the LST #4 assault boat. He was a local Golden Gloves boxing champion. He dealt in scrap iron for many years. Family members include a sister, Anne Katsikas Elias of Manchester; a son, Arthur Katsikas and a daughter, Christine Locke, both of Manchester; 16 grandchildren and several nephews, nieces and cousins. He was predeceased by three sons, George Katsikas, Jr. and Daniel Katsikas and Robert Katsikas. A committal service is scheduled for Friday March 3, 2006 at 11:00 in the NH State Veterans Cemetery in Boscawen. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, 111 Island Pond Road, Manchester, NH 03109. Phaneuf Funeral Homes and Crematorium is in charge of arrangements. To view an on-line memorial or for more information, please visit www.phaneuf.net.