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George Makridakis Obituary

George Edward Makridakis Hanahan - George Edward Makridakis, 70, of Hanahan, SC, entered into eternal rest Sunday, August 15, 2021. His family will receive friends from 6:00PM - 8:00PM, Thursday, August 19, 2021, at the J. Henry Stuhr, Inc., Northwoods Chapel, 2180 Greenridge Rd., North Charleston. His graveside Committal Service will be held at 10:00AM, Saturday, August 21, 2021, at Live Oak Memorial Gardens, 3093 Ashley River Rd., Charleston. Please wear a mask and observe social distancing. George was born March 20, 1951, in Hackensack, NJ, son of the late Gustav Makridakis and Helen Buranich. Beginning at age 19, he served in the Civil Service in Great Lakes, IL, starting with photo and reproduction work. Advancing to file keeper and reproduction artist. Then to assistant editor of the NAVELEX Great Lakes "Newsbuoy" newspaper. Moving to Charleston, he continued working for NAVELEX as a Duplicator Operator then advancing to mail technician and supply delivery person. During his career, his uncanny ability to remember details (names, numbers and dates) were not only needed but greatly appreciated. Receiving many awards honoring his accomplishments, including the Meritorious Civilian Service Award and medal. Later receiving a congratulatory and recognition letter from the President of the United States, Barack Obama. George loved music with a wide variety from Elvis and the Beatles to Miley Cyrus, Taylor Swift and Billie Eilish. He also enjoyed holidays immensely, Christmas being his favorite as he loved lights and decorations. His favorite television shows included The Three Stooges, Andy Griffith, Dog with a Blog and Jessie. George was very kind and pure at heart. He will always be remembered and greatly missed by everyone. He is survived by three sisters: Julie, Constance (Karl) and Carolyn (Charles), as well as many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Gustav and Helen; two sisters, Catherine and Joanne; one brother, Johnny (Rose) and one brother-in-law, Jack. A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com. Visit our guestbook at legacy.com/obituaries/charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Aug. 17 to Aug. 18, 2021.

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NIWC-LANT (FORMALLY KNOW AS SPAWAR SYS CEN ATLANTIC)

August 20, 2021

Mr. Makridakis,

From your family & friends here at SPAWARSYSCEN Atlantic Mail Room, Rest in Peace.

GOD BLESS!!!

Chris Shea

August 20, 2021

Uncle George was a true gift to all that had the good fortune of knowing him. He was kind, funny, caring, decent and above all, honest. People always knew where they stood with Uncle George; good, bad or otherwise.

Life threw many obstacles at him, but he found success more times than not, which probably shocked anyone that ever doubted him.

The lessons I learned from Uncle George helped shape me into a more understanding and empathetic adult, one that is very aware and appreciative of how fortunate I am. The world could use more people with the character and resolve of George Makridakis.

John S.

August 19, 2021

Uncle George,

Thank you for benevolence, and for tolerating my youth.
And thank you for teaching me to see beyond myself.
You are remembered, and you are missed.

All Love...

Julie Shea

August 19, 2021

Forgive us if we grieve you
Safe now in heaven, kindly say our name
Your life has touched us that is why we mourn you;
Our lives without you cannot be the same
Eternal Peace, Joy and Love George, an Extraordinary Brother!

Richard and Leslie Conrad

August 18, 2021

George was such a sweet man, we are so sorry to hear of his passing. Both Richard and I talked to him often at work, he loved to share stories and talk about everything you could think of, what a memory he had! He remembered my birthday every year, brought me a card, shared his Christmas decorations, and could even tell my twin and I apart from a distance...not many can! God rest his soul, he will be missed.

John Weed

August 18, 2021

Very sad to hear of George's passing. He was one of the first people I met when I began work as a co-op student at NAVELEX back in 1985. Through the years he and I enjoyed many conversations covering a wide variety of topics, from presidential elections to Miley Cyrus. One thing I loved about George was that he would say exactly what was on his mind in very clear terms. His opinions where often exactly what everyone else was thinking but no one had the gumption or courage to say. Every organization needs someone like that. Our work family and lives would have been less rich without him. Godspeed old friend.

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