Peter Tsoflias, 65

October 21, 2025

Peter Tsoflias, 65, of Lancaster, PA, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was the devoted husband of Maria (Frangeskos) Tsoflias.

Born in St. George Sykousis, Chios, Greece, Peter was the beloved son of Kalliopi (Ganginis) Tsoflias and the late Spyros Tsoflias. In 1969, at the age of nine, Peter moved to America with his parents, siblings, and grandmother.

Peter dedicated over four decades of his life to Arconic (formerly Howmet), where he was a respected and hardworking colleague. At just 18 years old, he also proudly established Pete’s Laundry, a local business that would go on to leave a lasting legacy—not only in name, but in spirit. “Pete’s Laundry” later became the name of his beloved softball team, a team he led with passion and camaraderie. Among his proudest moments was guiding the team to victory in 1997, winning both the Ocean City Modified Softball Tournament and the ASA of Pennsylvania Men’s Modified Class C State Championship.

A lifelong member of the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, Peter was deeply rooted in his faith and community. As a young man, he found joy and brotherhood playing GOYA basketball and volleyball where he met his beloved wife. In January-February of 1980, he was honored as Athlete of the Month and nicknamed “Pistol Pete” for his talent on the court.

Peter was preceded in death by his father, Spyros Tsoflias, and his brother, John Tsoflias.

He is survived by his loving wife, Maria, and their five children: Spyro, Anthony, Presv. Kyriaka, wife of Fr. Aaron Gilbert, Emmanuel, husband of Taylor, and Luke, husband of Apollinaria. He was a proud and devoted grandfather to six grandchildren: Matthew, Maria, Panagiotis, Vasilios, Yianni, Anthimia and one more soon to arrive. He is also survived by his sister, Angela, wife of Gary Efstration, and many extended family members and friends who will cherish his memory.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 1PM at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, 64 Hershey Ave, Lancaster, PA 17603. The family will receive friends at the church from 12noon to 1pm prior to the funeral service. Interment will follow at Conestoga Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Peter’s memory to Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church.