Dennis Haroulakis

Dennis Haroulakis, 79, of Poinciana, FL passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on September 7, 2024. Dennis was born to Anna (Urda) Cale and Emanual “Mike” Haroulakis on March 20, 1945. The oldest of four children, Dennis was preceded in death by sister Christine Haroulakis and survived by brothers Nicholas “Mickey” Haroulakis and Robert (Denise) Seng. After graduating Duquesne High School in Duquesne, PA, Dennis enlisted in the Army where he served with the 114th Helicopter Company in Vietnam. Later, he was transferred to the U.S. Army Quartermaster Corp in Vietnam where he served out the rest of his duty. After his service, Dennis learned the welding trade, supporting his family for many years. Later, he and his son, Dan became entrepreneurs by starting Double “D” Landscaping. After retiring, Dennis enjoyed working part-time as a security guard in the town where he resided since 1982, Poinciana. He loved the neighbors in his cul-de-sac. When he opened his garage door, it was an invitation for neighbors to join him. Dennis could often be found in his own little “King of the Hill” garage hang-out with friends. Even though Dennis lived in Pennsylvania, Michigan and Florida, he was always a true-blue Pittsburgher, proudly wearing his Steeler hat wherever he went and listening to KDKA every morning on the radio. Back in the 1970’s, a young Dennis strongly resembled Franco Harris, a popular Steeler. He often got stopped in Pittsburgh by Franco’s fans and even signed an autograph for one who wouldn’t believe he wasn’t the running back! Dennis is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Carolyn (Gifford) Haroulakis, daughter Maryanna Haroulakis of Erie, PA, son Andreas (Jennifer) Haroulakis of Indialantic, FL, son Daniel (Linda) Haroulakis of Polk City, FL, daughter Lisa (Glen) Wheeler of Addison, MI, son Jack Chavis of Rockwood, MI and step-daughter Carrie (Scott) Evans of Fairborn, OH. “Pap-pap” also left behind 19 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandson. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Barbara (Budai) Haroulakis (1987) and daughter, Gina Peace (2008). Services are pending and will appear here at a later date.

Dennis Haroulakis

March 20, 1945 - September 7, 2024