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Obituary of James Gerasimos Moussouris

James G. Moussouris, aged 88, of Fredericksburg, Virginia passed away peacefully on Friday, November 12, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family.

“Jimmy the Greek” was born in Kefalonia, Greece, on May 9, 1933 and came to the United States in 1947, were he settled in Bucks County, PA until his recent move with his daughter and son-in-law to Fredericksburg. 

He had a passion for gardening, cooking and his horses. Whether he was at the Philadelphia Racetrack spending time with his friends Peggy, Mike and Rita or hanging out at the bagel shop with Al ,Tammy, Mike the cop (as he would refer to him), Jack and all of his friends there as well, Jimmy enjoyed life to its fullest. Jimmy enjoyed his daily long distance talks with his family in Greece. Jimmy loved taking road trips and wherever the car took him then that’s were he went. Jimmy had a huge heart and just loved life by staying active and busy. 

He is survived by his beloved daughter, Devona Tuttle and son-in-law Clayton; his sisters, Aggeliki Spyratou, and Polixeni Tarazis; and many nieces and nephews. 

He is preceded in death by his wife, Gloria Moussouris; and his sisters, Stamo Moussouris, Kakia Aggelatou and Anastasia Villianatou. 

There will be a Celebration of Life at 3:00pm on Saturday, December 4, 2021 at Mullins & Thompson Funeral Service, Fredericksburg Chapel. Visitation will be an hour prior. 

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