John Vounatso, 95, of West Hartford beloved husband of Julia (Moutafis) died peacefully on Saturday, May 14, 2016. Born in Hartford on December 3, 1920, he lived in Hartford for over 70 years before moving to West Hartford. He was a lifelong member of St. George Greek Orthodox Church, Hartford. He was a Mason and Shriner for 60 years and member of the AHEPPA for 40 years. He served in the US Army during WWII in the European Theater. He was awarded a Purple Heart as well as several other medals for his honorable service. He was employed by the US Post Office for over 40 years before retiring. John and Julia enjoyed over 64 years of marriage. Besides his wife, John leaves his daughter Joy and husband Peter Giuliano of East Granby, his son John of Plainville, and his daughter Diane of West Hartford; sisters Irene Turek, Ethel Nowacki, and Angie Coffer; sister-in-law Sally Vaun; brothers-in-law Mike Moutafis and Peter Moutafis; two beloved grandsons Peter and John Giuliano; he also leaves many nieces and family friend David Romani. He was predeceased by his brother Dr. William Vaun, and two sisters Katherine Maliszewski and Marcey Antonaksis. The family would like to extend a special thanks for caregivers Ewa Hachlica and Magda Wolak for the care they provided to John. Also, the family would like to thank the Hospice Nurses of Greater Hartford for their support. Funeral services will take place at 11 AM Friday, May 20, 2016 at Saint George Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 433 Fairfield Ave, Hartford, 06114, with the Rev. Dr. George Zugravu officiating. Burial with military honors will immediately follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Hartford. Family and friends are invited to show their respects between 10 and 11 AM at the church, prior to the funeral service. To share a memory with the family, please visit www.dillonbaxter.com.