Back to the Future star James Tolkan dies aged 94
James Tolkan, known for Back to the Future and Top Gun, has died aged 94 after a remarkable acting career spanning decades.
21°CPassed away peacefully
22nd May 2026.
Aged 96 years.
It is with deep sadness and
heavy hearts that we announce the
passing of Dimitrios (Jim) Karaiskos,
born in Vlahatano, Epirus,
Greece, January 6, 1930.
Devoted and loving Husband of
the late Victoria (Vito)
for 64 years.
Much loved Father and
Father-in-Law of
Anna and Peter, Katarina and Con,
Bill and Sue, and Matthew (deceased).
Cherished and adored Grandfather (Pappou)
of Natalie, Yvette, Melissa, Dena,
John, Spiro, Georgina, Amelia
and their respective partners.
Treasured Great-Grandfather of
Victoria, Azalia, Dimitrios, Eleanna,
Poppy, Peter, Elyssia and Eden.
Loving Godfather of Cathy.
We thank God for the gift of his amazing life, for his kindness and caring nature and how much of himself he gave towards blessing the family. We will all remember his sense of humour and cheeky laugh.
We had many blessed times together and he will be greatly missed by family and friends in Australia and Greece.
Now in God’s care.
~~~~~
To our beloved Pappou,
We thank you for a life full of love and laughter. We will forever treasure the fondest memories of you and Yiayia.
Your generosity, sense of humour, and jovial spirit will always live on in our hearts. You had a way of making every gathering brighter, every story funnier, and every one of us feel deeply loved.
Your greatest joy in life was having your family together, and the love and adoration we have for you is beyond words. The values, strength and kindness you gave us will stay with us always.
We will forever miss you.
Your loving Grandchildren.
Funeral by : Alfred James & Sons Unley
Website: https://alfredjames.com.au
Phone number : 088272...
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