Obituary of Stilianos Venianakis

Stilianos "Steve" Venianakis, age 73, passed away on Thursday, October 20, 2016 at home with his beloved wife, Vasiliki "Vicki" by his side. Steve was born in Krioneri Crete, Greece on November 6, 1942 to Emmanuel and Theonifi Venianakis. Steve was a devoted father to Emmanuel, George and Michael; and dear brother and uncle of many residing in Greece. Steve and his wife migrated to America, utilized their knowledge of textiles to own and operate La Kostas Clothing Co. in Vineland, NJ. Steve was one of the founding members of The Cretan Fraternity Knossos of Cherry Hill, NJ devoting his time to keeping the Cretan culture alive and growing within his family and in the Greek community. Overall Steve was the best person to put a smile on your face. The viewing will be held on Monday, October 24, 2016 from 9am to 11am at St. Anthony's Greek Orthodox Church, 430 W. Wheat Rd, Vineland, NJ 08360, followed by a funeral service at 11am at the church. Steve will be laid to rest at Siloam Cemetery in Vineland. In lieu of flowers, donations in Steve's memory can be made to St. Anthony's Greek Orthodox Church. Arrangements are by DeMarco-Luisi Funeral Home 2755 S. Lincoln Ave., Vineland. Memories, thoughts and prayers may be extended to the family by visiting dlfuneral.com.