Stavros M. Poullas 1932-2025

Stavros was born March 25, 1932, in Kalymnos, Greece, a son of Michael and Kalotina Hazimahlis Poullas.

He came to the U.S. when he was 18 and graduated from Campbell Memorial High School.

He married his wife, the former Mary Kust, on July 8, 1956, and they shared 57 years of marriage until her passing on June 11, 2013.

Stavros worked as a foreman with Youngtown Sheet and Tube, from which he retired after 32 years of dedicated service. After retirement, he moved to Holiday, Florida, then returned to the area in 2013.

He was a parishioner and founding member of Archangel Michael Greek Orthodox Church.

Stavros enjoyed going to the beach, fishing, church activities and card games with family. He truly loved spending time with his family.

Stavros will be deeply missed and always remembered by his son, Chris (Karen) Poullas of Boardman; his grandchildren, Stephen (Courtney) Poullas of Youngstown, Nicholas Poullas of Campbell, Christopher (Rachel) Poullas of Poland, Carter and Lukas Poullas, both of Texas; seven great-grandchildren, and his sister, Katerina Meris of Campbell.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Mary; his daughter, Elaine Poullas; and his son, Michael Poullas. He was also preceded in death by his sisters, Faneromi Zembillas and Kirana Katris; and his brother, Emmanuel M. Poullas.

The Poullas family has entrusted Stavros’ care to the Wasko Funeral Home in Campbell.

Calling hours will be 10 to 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 8, 2025, at Archangel Michael Greek Orthodox Church in Campbell, followed by a funeral service at 11 a.m., officiated by the Rev. Steve Denas.

Stavros will be laid to rest in Archangel Michael Greek Orthodox Cemetery in Campbell.

Visit www.waskofamily.com to view this obituary and to leave condolences with the family.

(special notice)