Harry Michael Pallas

January 28, 1926 - March 10, 2023

Harry, a native of San Francisco, lived his entire life there. Born of Greek immigrants, Michael and Irene, Harry is the second son of five. He is predeceased by his brothers Chris, Andrew, and Gus, and is survived by his brother Ted. A devote Greek Orthodox, Harry was never married but is survived by his loving nephews Michael and Eugene Pallas and their families. He is known by most as “Uncle Harry”.

After Harry’s father died when he was 10 years old, he and his brothers supported the family by selling newspapers on the streets in San Francisco. Harry served our country in the Army Air Forces during World War II, earning his wings as a tail gunner. After the war, Harry and his older brother Chris started a TV service and sales store where he worked until retirement.

An avid fly fisherman and hunter, he generously gave his time to teach the children of his family and friends his passion for the outdoors by involving them in his outings.

Harry was a vibrant active man who demanded that he take care of himself through the end. At 97 years old, still living on his own, he kept his garden, cooked his own meals and was known for his fresh sourdough bread and banana bread that he baked from scratch. He was an active member of Columbia Brotherhood Masonic Lodge 370, member of the Native Son’s of California, American Legion, and VFW.

Harry always had a story to tell and will be sorely missed.

Public visitation on Tuesday March 21 at 4:00 PM, Trisagion at 5:00 PM at CHAPEL OF THE HIGHLANDS, 194 Millwood Dr., Millbrae. Funeral Mass on Wednesday March 22, 2023 at 10:00 AM at Holy Trinity Church, 999 Brotherhood Way, San Francisco. Burial will follow at 11:30 AM at Greek Orthodox Memorial Park.