George C. Maistros

George was born on February 25^th in 1948 to Constantine and Alexandra Maistros.  He was their youngest of three boys; Older brothers Harry and Christopher were overjoyed for the new baby brother.  Shortly after he was born the family relocated to their home to a new house on  Bel Air Road and Finally to Highlandtown, where George would spend his formative years.  He went to John Rurah Elementary School and later attended Hampstead Hills Middle School.  He attended Baltimore Polytechnic Institute and Graduated in 1966. 

After graduation, he attended Baltimore Junior College before being drafted to the US Army on June 9,1969 during the Vietnam War.  He went through training in Savanah, Georgia and Served 2 years as an MP in Bomholder Germany.  George’s sharp eye and attention to detail made him an excellent marksman, he led men in his unit during marksmanship exercises, winning several awards.  In June of 1971, he was honorably discharged, and moved home to Maryland.  He took a job at the Lerner shops and taught himself to tailor and make alterations for customers.  His attention to detail and customer service earned him a promotion to manager;  he worked at various locations in the Baltimore Metro Area. 

In 1973 he met his wife Stella at a GOYA function, that he attended with his brothers.  Noticing her from across the room, he leaned to his brother Harry and asked, “Isn’t that Maria’s cousin from Canada?”  “Yes” replied Harry.  “I’m going to marry her.”  Shouldn’t you know her first name first?” replied Harry.  They were engaged a year later on August 9, 1975 and Married on July 6, 1975.

George supported his young family and worked as an insurance agent for New York Life.  He took great pleasure in volunteering at his church.  He served on Parish Councils and was an advisor for the GOYA.  While leading a GOYA trip to Boston, he earned the Moniker “Captain Mayhem”, a title that he would wear proudly for 50+ years.  In 1983 George was supervising a GOYA event at the Annunciation,  While ensuring all the children got home safely, George was shot while attempting to protect the children at the door way of the Maryland Avenue exit of the church.  Unphased by the event, George became part of a core group of volunteers that had a vision to start a summer Camp for the Orthodox youth of Baltimore Area.  Along with the help of many loving and dedicated volunteers, CYC Summer Camp was founded in 1984.  Georges involvement spanned 25+years serving as the camps director for over half of them for 15+years.  During his final years as director he invited others to join him in leading and planning.  He firmly believed in enabling and empowering others to carry on the good work of mentoring and inspiring the young people of our communities.  He took great pride in seeing the campers of 1984 becoming the leaders of 2004.

From 2010 to 2020 George served as Caretaker and Property Manager of the Annunciation Orthodox Center.  He helped facilitate its maintenance and renovation, and along with his dog Biscuit enjoyed the simple pleasure of an orderly and well kept building.  He viewed the building  as his home, and was happy to welcome so many guests from diverse backgrounds, celebrating life’s most cherished and sacred moments.  George loved living so close to church.  He served as the Assistant in the Altar for 6 years, and in his final days, would always ask to serve just one more time.

Every era of George's life was defined by how he served his church. In the 60s he served in the altar at St. Nicholas Church in Baltimore Maryland. In the 70s-80s he was involved and Advised in the Youth Group and GOYA at the Annunciation Cathedral in Baltimore. In the 80s-90s and early -00s he was one of the founders and directors of CYC Summer Camp. Most recently He served as the caretaker of the building and grounds of the Annunciation Orthodox Center and Altar Assistant at the Cathedral.

George's love for his church was second only to his love or the people who's lives he shared, especially his grandchildren.  George’s family was most important to him, especially his grandchildren, Davis, Effie, Marlena, and Georgia.  He is survived by Stella, his son Alex, brothers Harry and Christopher, nieces and nephews, and grandchildren.

Services will take place on Monday, November 2, 2020 at The Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Annunciation 24 W. Preston St, Baltimore, MD 21201. A viewing will be held from 10:00am-11:00am with the Funeral Service beginning at 11:00am. Interment is to immediately follow at The Greek Orthodox Cemetery 5917 Windsor Mill Rd, Baltimore, MD 21207.

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