MEQUON, Wis. — Mitchell W. Ticoras passed away Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2022.
Born on Sept. 13, 1931, in Warren, he was the son of William “Basil” and Sofia Ticoras. He married Dionisia “Diane” Vasilion on March 7, 1965. She preceded him in death on Dec. 24, 2010.
Surviving children are William (Betty) Ticoras and Sofia Hamner; and grandchildren, Mitchell and Christopher Ticoras and Maria and Lydia Hamner.
After his wife’s passing, Mitchell found a special friend and travel partner in Diane Kirchen, who became a part of the family.
Mitchell graduated from Youngstown State University in 1955 with a degree in accounting. He initially ran the family grocery market in Warren until its closing. In 1973, he went to work with the U.S. Treasury department in Milwaukee and moved to Thiensville, Wis.
Mitchell really enjoyed travel and the history behind the areas, bird watching and everything about trains. Most importantly, he loved his family and friends, especially his four grandchildren, that he would have done anything for.
Visitation will be 10 to 11:30 a.m, with a service at 11:30 a.m. Monday, Feb. 28, 2022, at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, 9400 W. Congress St., Milwaukee, Wis.
Burial will be in Pinelawn Cemetery. Luncheon will follow at Alioto’s. In lieu of flowers, memorials appreciated to Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church.
Krause Funeral Home is assisting the family. www.krausefuneralhome.com, 414-464-4640
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