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Tel Toulomelis
06/17/2014

 Telford "Tel" Toulomelis, 87, passed away Tuesday, June 17 at his home, alongside his family.  Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Michael and Eva (Walp) Toulomelis.  He was married to his beloved wife Ann who passed away previously, and now are in each other's company once again. 

He worked as a professional photographer at The Morning Call newspaper for over 30 years.  He was a veteran of the U.S. Army as a master sergeant in World War II.  
Tel enjoyed traveling with his wife, especially the southwestern United States, and enjoyed home fix-up projects, and of course his beloved Philadelphia teams, the Phillies and Eagles.
 
Survivors:  daughter Tina Henderson and husband John of Lenhartsville; son Rob Toulomelis; grandchildren Austin and Taylor Henderson and Alex Toulomelis. 
 
Services:  Visitation from 11 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Monday, June 23 at Nicos C. Elias Funeral Home, 1227 W. Hamilton Street, Allentown. Funeral starting at 1:00 with Rev. Sharon Harfman officiating.  Interment with military honors following at Cedar Hill Memorial Park.