Michael (Mike) Mavrides, 86, of, Lancaster, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 1 ^st LGH. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Irene (Dianastasis) Mavrides. Born in Reading, PA, on November 19, 1925, he was the son of the late Euripides and Mary (Calludes) Mavrides.

Mike served in the US Navy during WWII as a sonar man.

He was an active member at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, serving as a past President, Choir Director, and Jazz Musician.

He graduated from Muhlenberg College with a Bachelor of Arts degree and a Masters degree in business from Temple University.

He taught at J.P. McCaskey High School for many years and also at Penn Manor High School. After teaching, Mike worked as the Controller and General Manager for the Carpet Mart stores for 23 years.

In addition to his wife, Mike is also survived by four children: Anastasi of Novato, California, Edward P. of Lancaster, Despina M., wife of Brian Snyder of Dover, Pennsylvania, John D.,  husband of Anne Long Mavrides of Lancaster; seven grandchildren: Sophia, fiancée of Christian Douglas of Fairfax, California, Lisa and Mike Mavrides, Irene, Ian, Melissa, and Rebecca Snyder. He is also survived by his sister, Florence Vlassis, wife of Wallace Vlassis of Lancaster. Preceded in death by sister Helen Koumaras and brother Constantine Mavrides.

Throughout his entire life, his faith remained first and foremost. With daily prayer and Bible reading, he found much comfort and inner strength. He often remarked, "Whatever God wills. If suffering is His will at this time than I accept it; God always knows best."

Funeral Services will be on Saturday, August 4, 2012 at 10:30AM at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church 64 Hershey Ave Lancaster, PA 17603 with The Rev. Alexander Goussetis and Rev. Alexander Veronis officiating. A viewing will take place at the church from 9-10:30AM prior to the service. Interment will be in Conestoga Memorial Park with Military Honors rendered by the Red Rose Veterans Honor Guard and the Vet 21 Salute Honor Guard. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Mike's memory to The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church. To send the family online condolences, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory 717-560-5100