On Oct. 23, Pete Tritsarolis smiled through pain to walk his daughter, Mahi, down the aisle on her wedding day. Having a party? In the weeks before his death, Mahi begged him for his secret recipe for pastitsio, Greek lasagna, but he wouldn't relent. But he never let glad-handing dignitaries get in the way of what was most important. The creative staff reflects the style and character of this restaurant. Google users like Pete The Greek: it was granted 4.7 stars. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. Donna Tritsarolis said her husband got along with anyone, even politicians. And the ones who always came back, that was an honor.". There is a problem with your email/password. We hope you try us out! Are you adding a grave photo that will fulfill this request? Where Monsters Dwell 15 KRAA The Unhuman! and the surrounding areas. We got the family meal for four. There was an error deleting this problem. 694 Motor Pkwy SUITE 2, Hauppauge, NY 11788, USA. The food was fresh, prepared well and tasty. It was a great decision. Email: [email protected] Serving Hauppauge. This account has been disabled. The 3 week journey that Letsos intended to have ended up being prolonged and before he knew it, 4 years had passed in which Letsos trained amongst some of the best competitors of the 1990s and 2000s, including the famous Gracie Barra team with whom he trained and competed for. Read the restaurant menu online today, or call (631) 387-4976. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. With her parents' written consent, Pete and Donna were married at City Hall in St. Louis, Missouri where state law allowed their union on Feb. 14, 1984. lunch great service. All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. Beef Lamb Gyro Platter, Chicken Gyro Platter, Baklava, Zucchini Chips, Paul B. said: I thought I would be the first to rate this place that opened less than, Angela C. said: We stopped here on a busy Sunday morning for breakfast and there was, Christine Paul C. said: Love their garlic dip and that maybe the reason we keep going, Sarita S. said: karahi adda has now become one of my favorite places to eat, you have, Dan M. said: They have taken over part of the store next to them and have added about, William H. said: Came today after wanting to come for a long time. var MahaAjax = {"ajaxurl":"https:\/\/www.bjjheroes.com\/wp-admin\/admin-ajax.php"}; Imagine our delicious food as the perfect complement to your special party. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. We work hard to protect your security and privacy. "That only lasted a few months," Donna Tritsarolis said. Email: [email protected] Serving Old Bethpage. 26 Ochre Cres, Caloundra West QLD 4551, Australia. He worked briefly for Pratt & Whitney Aircraft before enlisting in the Air Force during World War II. RECOMMENDATIONS. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. I might end up going here every day. 361 were here. This means this restaurant needs more positive reviews. He is known in Brazil for winning seven tournaments in one month. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. Phone: (631) 387-4976. It looks like WhatsApp is not installed on your phone. Pete's coming," Mahi Tritsarolis Dugan said. Learn more about managing a memorial . We got the family meal for four. Try again. Oops, something didn't work. Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. At work, things were to be done the right way by following his exact instructions. Being at this place, try perfectly cooked chicken gyro, grilled chicken and greek salads. Cool staff. Try again later. Biography. "He used to work so much that we always joked that mom was a married, single-parent," Kuntz said. In 1976, he moved to the United States and took a job painting bridges with his cousin and hated it. Wednesday 11:00am - 9:00pm. He then lived and train Jiu Jitsu in Brazil for four years, spending many hours on the mat with Osvaldo Alves and Carlson Gracie. HOURS. t.src=c+"//front.optimonk.com/public/"+a+"/js/preload.js";r.appendChild(t);
[Former Mayor Rahm] "Emanuel came in. In September, Pete reluctantly retired and turned over to his son-in-law his most precious professional possession, the keys to Cal Harbor. "Pete wasn't one to like someone right off the bat. Together they raised two daughters, Chrisoula Kuntz and Mahi Tritsarolis Dugan in an A-frame house on the same block as Cal Harbor. and the surrounding areas. Herle, Erin. When we got on the boat with dad to go to the island, so many people would be waiting for him.
"When you see this little guy with the huge mustache, it was intimidating at first. Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Peter Merisotis (171528472)? "Pete had a good heart, and he was a kind soul," Donna Tritsarolis said. "He moved to Chicago. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? Failed to report flower. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. The food is delicious. He worked briefly for Pratt & Whitney Aircraft before enlisting in the Air Force. Pete The Greek offers you adequate prices for flavorful meals. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. Weeks later, her father struggled to walk. [CDATA[ */ chicken souvlaki . We did not always see eye to eye, but we respected each other. "Most of his family is still in Greece. This browser does not support getting your location. Peter was a musician most of his life, playing the mandolin for almost 80 years. Peter Letsos (born January 1, 1979), aka Pete "The Greek," is a [[Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Master who is known for Wristlocking The World. The gyro meat, though produced on premises wa s dry and tasteless-the cook did not seen to know when to. Except for books, Amazon will display a List Price if the product was purchased by customers on Amazon or offered by other retailers at or above the List Price in at least the past 90 days. At home, it was different. When the girls were old enough, quality father-daughter time included stints in the Cal Harbor kitchen peeling potatoes and other arduous tasks. He also served on the St. George parish council for many years. [2], Letsos has trained alongside many of the world's best Jiu Jitsu fighters and mixed martial artists, such as Fredson Paixao,[3] Andr Galvo, Tony DeSouza, and Miguel Torres. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. 1996-2023, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates, Select a location to see product availability. He did it for his customers. I used to work at. All the visitors like the menu that offers wonderful Greek and Mediterranean cuisines at this restaurant. We hope you try us out! Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. All rights reserved. Down in Pullman, Pete the Greek's foreboding mustache often hid his softer side. Delivery & Pickup Options - 27 reviews of Pete The Greek "Just as fantastic as the original location. Nickname: Pete The Greek came about in Letsoss early jiu jitsu days, because the Brazilians had some difficulty pronouncing his last name. Come here for good baklava, yogurt and pudding if you are hungry. He loved his church and was a proud member of the St. George church choir for over 25 years. Pete The Greek is a neighborhood Greek takeout with some seating area for eating in. He can come back later.'". Phone: (516) 387-4976. This is a carousel with slides. HOURS. Letsos began training in Jiu Jitsu in high school at the Carlson Gracie Academy in downtown Chicago, and won several matches in the Jiu Jitsu World Championships as a purple belt. We hope you try us out! Manchester, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire, USA. 1999 Alaska Trip; The Big Adventure 2002; Final Journey with a Friend; 2005 Alaska Trip; A Day on the River; Road Trip to the Alaska Highway; Archives. Very generous portions. FriendsEAT Members have given the restaurant a rating 5 out 10 based on 20 total reviews. 694 Motor Pkwy SUITE 2, Hauppauge, New York, USA, Deserves all the stars. The salad was fresh, the lamb-beef gyro tasty and the chicken souvlaki was juicy. Master your striking skills with these instructional videos and guides. Peter was a born salesman and enjoyed selling up until his retirement at the age of 72. 7. The Gracie Way: An Illustrated History of the World's Greatest Martial Arts Family. Weve updated the security on the site. Delivery & Pickup Options - 237 reviews of Pete the Greek "Went there today- it was their first day open. This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. I visited here a few weeks ago for lunch around 11:30. Always worth the trip and money! He would sing almost continuously to his children and grandchildren. Oops, we were unable to send the email. The positive aspect of this spot is that the staff is terrific. The food is delicious. Hurricane Grill & Wings - 694 Motor Pkwy Ste. "He got up every morning at 3 a.m. and went down to there to find something to do. Robbie Kuntz, Tritsarolis' son-in-law, knows that much is true. Pete The Greek Letsos Biography. We hope you try us out! Terrific service is something clients agree upon here. "Pete always said, 'I'm working, so I can leave something behind for my kids and grandkids and wife,'" Donna Tritsarolis said. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. He didn't want me to miss out on him walking me down the aisle," Mahi Tritsarolis Dugan said. Wednesday 11:00am - 9:00pm. Letsos lived and trained with Penn at his mixed martial arts academy in Hilo, Hawaii, where he eventually suffered a devastating injury to his neck while surfing.[4]. Phone: (516) 387-4976. "He was tough on me because he expected the best out of me. You can always change this later in your Account settings. That was the best of him, his family said. He also leaves many nieces and nephews in the Merisotis, Savidakis and Stafilarakis families. Burial will be in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Hartford. Learn more how customers reviews work on Amazon. Please enter your email address and we will send you an email with a reset password code. var t,r=e.getElementsByTagName("head")[0],c=e.location.protocol;
He decided to join Carlson Gracie Juniors academy in 1996/97, Carlson was the son of thegrapplinglegendCarlson Gracie(Senior) and grandson to Carlos Gracie, founder of the Gracie Jiu Jitsu academy. Pete the Greek also provides Burgers cuisine, accepts credit card, and no parking . Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. To use this feature, use a newer browser. Nice to have a great Greek place in the area. He was 74. Resend Activation Email. That's what Emanuel did, and there's photo proof hanging on the restaurant wall. "He said he wanted to make sure everybody says, 'Nobody makes pastitsio like Pete.'". Montpelier, VT: Invisible Cities, 2003. He decided to stay and work at the restaurant, which at the time was a dump. The List Price is the suggested retail price of a new product as provided by a manufacturer, supplier, or seller. We are a truly authentic, fast food Greek take out restaurant in Hauppauge. He is featured in the book The Gracie Way by Jiu Jitsu journalist Kid Peligro. Definitely go there." - Arnold M. "We ordered two family meals for our Saturday night dinner party and everyone was blown away! "Pete said the Cal Harbor paid for that boat, so no one else was going to name it," Donna Tritsarolis said. I mean really delicious. })(document,"6145");
Copyright 2023 Sirved Mobile Solutions Inc. v3.0 All rights reserved. We are sorry. We hope you try us out! He loved to make people happy, feeding them. Everything was amazing and the portions were so generous. At "The Harbor," as locals know Pete's place, regular customers always came first. Peter also served on the Democratic Town Committee in Manchester for many years. Eligible for Return, Refund or Replacement within 30 days of receipt, May have limited writing in cover pages. Delicious meals at adequate prices are offered here. He found Jiu Jitsu like many other fighters of his generation, after watching the early UFC's and the domination displayed by Royce Gracie in the first editions of the event. "And that's what he did for us.". Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2019. based on information from your browser. Highly recommend. And that's how we lived for almost 38 years.". He even bought a boat for folks back home and named it "Cal Harbor.". PETE THE GREEK. This place is ranked 4.7 within the Google grading system. Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. Mark Konkol, Patch Staff Posted Mon, Dec 13, 2021 at. A system error has occurred. You had to work hard to get him to like you," Donna Tritsarolis said. He worked. we. Pete The Greek is suitable for people who have supper on the go as they can order dishes as a takeout. Search for other Greek Restaurants in Old Bethpage on The Real Yellow Pages. We hope you try us out! Tuesday 11:00am - 9:00pm. Peter Letsos (born January 1, 1979), aka Pete "The Greek," is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Carlson Gracie Jr. Letsos is a 3X Pan Am medalist,[1] as well as a 3X Gracie World Champion. Peter Ernest Merisotis, son of the late Athena (Stefanis) and Anastasios Merisotis, passed away on Sunday, March 08, 2015. It is an example of how thousands, if not tens of thousands, of immigrant families have made major contributions to the culture and economy of the United States. He returned to the Windy Citywhere he earned his brown belt from Carlson Gracie Jr. We are a truly authentic, fast food Greek take out restaurant in Hauppauge. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. +49949 9699. /* Carlos Gracie >Carlson Gracie > Carlson Gracie Jr > Peter Letsos. The Flip Side of the 'Gentle' Art - FloGrappling", "Rio Jiu Jitsu Academy | on the Mat | Brazilian Jiu Jitsu | MMA | More", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Peter_Letsos&oldid=1134080398, American practitioners of Brazilian jiu-jitsu, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 16 January 2023, at 22:49. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. highly recommend . I mean really delicious. Sorry! List prices may not necessarily reflect the product's prevailing market price. Get reviews, hours, directions, coupons and more for Pete The Greek at 728 Old Bethpage Rd, Old Bethpage, NY 11804. 2023 Pete The Greek. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); tag. Cleaning, cooking, whatever. From selling Christmas trees on street corners in Washington to becoming a multi-millionaire philanthropist, this is a success story of the son of immigrants who combined vision, risk-taking and a desire for perfection and became a leading restauranteur, businessman and world-class angler. Pete The Greek - Hauppauge menu has been digitised by Sirved. Shipping cost, delivery date, and order total (including tax) shown at checkout. Sadly, he arrived at the teams most troubled period, the time when many of its black belts split from the academy to form BTT (Brazilian Top Team). A trip to the doctor didn't yield a diagnosis. Calling hours will be Thursday 5-8pm at the Dillon-Baxter Funeral Home, 1276 Berlin Tpke., Wethersfield with a Trisayion service at 6pm. 0 cemeteries found in Hartford, Hartford County, Connecticut, USA. Knowing Pete since the 70s made this book interesting to me. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. From selling Christmas trees on street corners in Washington to becoming a multi-millionaire philanthropist, this is a success story of the son of immigrants who combined vision, risk-taking and a desire for perfection and became a leading restauranteur, businessman and world-class angler. Good tasting food! This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Updated more than 6 months ago. An email has been sent to the person who requested the photo informing them that you have fulfilled their request, There is an open photo request for this memorial. 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