Obituary: Damon S. Bakas

Damon S. Bakas, 84
Born on March 21, 1936, in Boston’s Mission Hill neighborhood to the late Steve and Athena Bakas, Damon S. Bakas, of West Roxbury, died on April 23 due to COVID-19. He was 84.
Devoted husband to his beloved Irene Bakas for 54 years, he was the loving father of Tina Russo and her husband, Chris, of Hull; and Donna and Janet Bakas, both of West Roxbury. He was treasured “Papou” to Mitchell and Ava Russo and cherished uncle to his nieces and nephews of the Judge Theodore Bakas, George Bakas, and Keliher families.
Proud of his Greek heritage, Damon served as a longtime member and past president of Athens Chapter No. 24 of the AHEPA and as a passionate volunteer for the cathedral’s annual festival. 
He was a union member of Teamsters Local No. 25 for more than 40 years, retiring to work part-time for 17 years at BJ’s in Dedham where he made many close friends. 
He will be remembered for his immense love for and pride in his family, fierce loyalty to the Red Sox, incredible humor, cooking talent, and kind heart and soul. He enriched the life of his family, friends, and strangers with his boundless love and compassion. 
The family is humbled by and thankful for the tremendous care provided by Dr. John Lewis and his team of nurses and doctors at Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital in Boston.
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, a private family visitation will be held at the P.E. Murray-F.J. Higgins Funeral Home, followed by a private graveside service at St. Joseph Cemetery in West Roxbury. There will be a memorial service at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 162 Goddard Ave., Brookline, MA 02445. 
“Gentleness and kindness will make our homes a paradise on earth.” May Damon’s glorious memory be eternal.