Obituaries

Augustus L. Dracoules, 90

May 12, 2016

Augustus L. Dracoules, 90, of Mountville, PA, passed away on May 12, 2016 surrounded by his family. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Lewis & Olympia (Xakellis) Dracoules. Gus was the husband of Edith (Kopp) Dracoules.

He graduated from J.P. McCaskey, Millersville State College, Capitol Radio Engineering Institute, and Ursinus College. Gus was supervisor of the Camera Development Group for 28 years with RCA. A veteran, he served in the US Army Air Corp from 1944-1946. He traveled the US from the east coast to the west coast twice. He took his family on many adventures in the US & Canada. Gus coached little league baseball & football. He was very active in boy scouts. He played tennis and enjoyed bowling & golf.

Surviving in addition to his wife, Edith, are his children: Rochelle “Skip” Clair (Roy), Carol Dracoules (Jerry) & Edward Dracoules (Ellen); step-children: Lisa Gross (Charlie), Joseph Martin (Kathy), Christine Davidson (David), Georgia Hockett & Thomas Martin (Lisa); 10 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren; 9 step-grandchildren, 6 step-great-grandchildren; sisters: Anna Panagiotakos & Mary Gianopoulos.
Gus was preceded in death by his first wife, Anna Blanche; sons: Harry, Gus & Michael; a brother, Harry Dracoules; a grandson, Alan and a step-grandchild, Jonathan.

A viewing will be held from 6-8 PM on Sunday, May 15, 2016 with the Trisagion Service being held at 7 PM at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, 64 Hershey Ave., Lancaster, PA 17603. Viewing will continue at the church on Monday, May 16 from 9:30-10:30 AM with a Funeral Service beginning at 10:30 AM with Rev. Alexander Goussetis officiating. Gus will be laid to rest at Conestoga Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church or to Hospice & Community Care, 685 Good Drive, Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604.

Leave a condolence on this Memorial Page

Condolences to the Family

May 18, 2016

My condolences to the family of my old friend, Gus, and for the previous loss of Blanche, Harry, Gus and Michael. My best wishes to all the remaining family.

Robert C. Krissinger, M.D.

May 17, 2016

Condolences to Edith, Lisa, Charlie and family. It seems like only yesterday there was a wedding and a cruise and newness of life being celebrated. May God surround you all with love and support in these days of mourning. Thank God for Jesus, so that we do not mourn as those who have no hope. Shalom.
Pastor Steve Frtiz, Wayside Presbyterian Church

May 14, 2016

It’s so sad to know that Gus has left our temporal domain. He was a very special man, who has been an integral, connecting, source of support and quiet strength to his families and their successive progeny, almost like the taproot of a sturdy, beautiful tree. Godspeed, Augustus Dracoules! You were a fine example of a person who lived wisely and well, traveling over life’s summits and through some of its deepest valleys with grace. Heartfelt condolences to every one of you who is dealing with this final “goodbye.”
Carole and Aram Mekjian and family,

May 14, 2016

Our condolence to the entire family. We were very saddened to read about our friend Gus. We had many good times with him.
Jim & Pat Gravesande
Venice Fl.

May 14, 2016

Jean Anne and I wish to express our sorrow for your loss and hoping his passing was gentle and without misery. The Holder Family

Visitation: Sunday, May 15, 2016; 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM; Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church; 64 Hershey Ave.; Lancaster, PA
Map and Directions: Get Maps and Directions >
Visitation: Monday, May 16, 2016; 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM; Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church; 64 Hershey Ave.; Lancaster, PA
Map and Directions: Get Maps and Directions >
Services: Monday, May 16, 2016; 10:30 AM; Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church; 64 Hershey Ave.; Lancaster, PA
Map and Directions: Get Maps and Directions >