George Bougatsos

George Bougatsos, 88, of Sayville, New York died on Thursday, March 18, 2021. Born in Athens, Greece, George served in the Greek Air Force where he played on their national soccer team. He then played for Fostiras Futbol Club and signed with AEK Athens. He later emigrated to Canada and then to the United States. On Madison Avenue in New York City, George owned and operated Bogat Handbags. For the past 40 years, he owned and operated Smithtown Shoe Repair on Long Island, working until Covid restrictions forced the business to close. He never retired.

Mr. Bougatsos is survived by his beloved wife, Cheryl, Loving father of Elizabeth, Christine, Viki, and Louis. Proud grandfather.

In lieu of flowers, donations made in memory of Mr. Bougatsos to St. John’s Greek Orthodox Church, 77 Montauk Hwy, Blue Point, New York 11715, are appreciated.