Andreas Kariotis

Madison, Maine-Andreas Kariotis, 93, passed away unexpectedly on October 24, 2026.

Born in Athens, Greece, on April 10, 1933, Andreas lived a life defined by courage, intellect, and an adventurous spirit that never shied away from something new. In his younger years in Greece, he was both athletic and dedicated to his country, playing semi-professional soccer and proudly serving in the Greek Air Force for two years.

In 1960, he immigrated to the United States with little more than his shore bag, working his way across the ocean as an engineer on an oil tanker. Upon arriving in the U.S., his sharp mind and determination led him to pursue higher education at MIT and Northeastern University. He built a distinguished career as an electrical engineer, lending his talents to prominent companies including Jarrel Ash, Fisher Scientific, Baird, and Thermo Electron. He possessed a rare, brilliant talent for understanding how things worked; Andreas could fix absolutely anything, a practical wisdom and hands-on skill that he proudly passed down to his sons.

While his professional pursuits took him around the globe, his true passion was always his family. He shared a beautiful first chapter of family life with his first wife, Marilyn MacEachern, who preceded him in death in June 2019. Together, they raised their three boys, instilling in them a love for the outdoors through fond childhood memories of summers at Hampton Beach, camping along the Cape Cod Canal, and winter camping and snowmobiling adventures.

Later in life, Andreas was blessed with another deep love in his wife, Louise C. Kariotis. Together, they shared 44 wonderful years of marriage. They initially explored the vast landscapes of the United States and Canada from the driver’s seat of their 34-foot motorhome. Their love for travel eventually led them to a new adventure in retirement: opening their home in Lévis, Quebec, Canada, to establish On the Cliff Bed & Breakfast. Overlooking the St. Lawrence River and Old Quebec City, the B&B brought Andreas and Louise immense happiness. Their greatest joy was welcoming guests from all walks of life, sharing stories, and connecting over shared human experiences.

He is survived by his devoted spouse, Louise; his three sons and daughters-in-law, Stefan and Donna, Tony and Deana, and Jason and Bridget; his 8 cherished grandchildren; and his 8 beloved great-grandchildren. He leaves behind a family that will forever cherish his inspiring legacy of bravery, curiosity, and deep love.

In accordance with Andreas’ wishes, no formal funeral services will be held. His remains will be buried in the spring of 2027 in Lévis, Quebec, Canada, at Louise’s family plot. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made in his honor to the Holy Archangels Greek Orthodox Monastery, Kendalia, TX 78027. https://holyarchangels.com/donate.