Bartholomew Vardavas 1990-2026

Brett was born Nov. 27, 1990, the son of Konstandinos Vardavas and Sheri Rosa Sears.

Brett was a 2009 graduate of Poland Seminary High School, where his peers crowned him homecoming king. He remained in touch with many of his classmates and looked forward to fantasy football each year. Growing up, he played numerous sports.

Brett was known to be a kind and gentle soul. He had a heart of gold and a contagious smile that would light up any room.

Brett had a love for culinary arts and never met a recipe he couldn’t improve. He graduated from Le Cordon Bleu in Chicago. His mastery, determination and passion led him to the title of executive chef and co-owner of Stonebridge Tavern.

Brett had a lifelong love for Ohio sports: The Ohio State Buckeyes, Cleveland Browns, Cleveland Cavaliers and the Cleveland Indians. No matter how each team performed year to year, he remained loyal and always enjoyed watching Sunday games with his family. Brett was also an avid Formula 1 fan and enjoyed watching races on his days off. He also loved playing golf with his siblings and friends.

As a devoted and loving big brother, Brett cherished his younger siblings, John (Chandra), Zackary, Angelo and Marissa Vardavas. The strong sibling bond they share will never be broken, for their love is forever.

Brett held the greatest honor of being an uncle to his nephew, Rhodes. He looked forward to playdates and sharing his love of superheroes. Brett was a kid at heart and Rhodes will always hold a special place in Brett’s heart.

In addition to his parents, Brett also leaves behind his uncles, Bill (Susan) Vardavas and their children, Callie and Christopher; Christos (Kim) Vardavas and their children, Pete, Katarina and Nick; Steve (Nicole) Vardavas and their children, Nicholas, Madison and Leah; Earl (Christina) Callow and their children, Kristoffer and Alex; and John Rosa and his children, Nicholas and Abbie; Aunt Kimberly Rosa; godparents, Savas (Maria) Magiassos and their children, Manoli and Eleni; and his grandparents, John (Kathy) Rosa.

Brett was preceded in death by his cousin, John Rosa Jr., and will be laid to rest next to his Yiayia and Papou, Vartholomeos and Despina Vardavas.

Brett, fly high. Your angel wings were ready, but our hearts were not.

Family and friends may visit and pay tribute to Brett 10 to 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 13, 2026, at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, 429 High St. NE, Warren, OH 44481.

A funeral service will follow 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with the Rev. Constantine Valantasis and the Rev. Demetri Constantine presiding.

Burial will follow in Oakwood Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Brett’s name to St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, 429 High St. NE, Warren, OH 44481.

Family and friends may visit www.peterrossiandsonfh.com to view this obituary and send condolences to Brett’s family.

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