Anthony Dalacas

Anthony "Tony" Dalacas, 80, passed away Sept. 11, 2011, after a long and courageous battle with lymphoma. Tony was born July 16, 1931, in the small village of Petrina, Arcadia, Greece, and immigrated to America in 1951, after enduring the horrors of World War II and the civil war in his beloved homeland. After living a few years with family in Danbury, Conn., Tony was inducted into the U.S. Army, where he was a paratrooper in the 101st Airborne Division. Though Tony was invited to attend the Officer's Academy, he felt he was not suited for career military life and decided to "go west" to explore other possibilities. In the late 1950's, Tony followed his beloved uncle, Gus, out to Las Vegas to begin what would become a lifetime career in the restaurant and hospitality industry. He was engaged in all aspects of showroom and fine dining operations and was also a restaurateur. Tony was extremely proud of his Greek heritage and never forgot where he came from. He also deeply loved America, was very proud to have served his adopted country and was a true American patriot. However, Tony was most proud of his family, which he considered his greatest accomplishment. Tony was preceded in death by his parents, Demetrios and Eleni; and his brother, Dean Dalacas. He is survived by his wife, of 50 years, Eugenia; son, Demetrios Dalacas; daughter and son-in-law, Elene and George Mylordos; granddaughter, Evyenia Mylordos; sister-in-law, Eleni Dalacas; brothers, Nick (Georgia) Dalacas; sisters, Sofia Konsolakis, Georgia Mbourliaskos and Pagona Vakos; cousins Pete George, Bill Tzortzis and John Georgis; and many nieces and nephews. Anthony Dalacas was a true Greek, a proud American patriot a good friend and a beloved family man. His quick wit, big heart and true grit will be sorely missed. A viewing will be 6-7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 16, with Trisayion service following. Funeral services will be at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 17, all at St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church, 5300 El Camino Road (Hacienda and Jones). Burial will follow at 3:30 p.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery, 1500 Las Vegas Blvd. N. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church.

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