Kyriacos "Jack" Loizou
Passed: November 27, 2025
Charleston, WV
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Kyriacos "Jack" Loizou
Passed: November 27, 2025
Charleston, WV
Obituary
Kyriacos “Jack” Loizou, 88, of Charleston, WV, passed away November 27, 2025, after a long illness.
Born on November 8, 1937, in Famagusta, Cyprus, Jack grew up with the hopes and determination that later carried him across the world. As a young man, he journeyed to the United States in search of opportunity and a better life. In Charleston, West Virginia, he found not only a new home but also the fulfillment of the American dream—building a family, a business, and a community rooted in hard work. It was here that he met and married his first wife, Donna Sue Wells, beginning the family that would forever be his greatest pride.
Jack established a successful career as a chef and became the co-owner of Sterling Restaurant. Through his love for food, he built a reputation for bringing people together around the table. Whether cooking for customers, catering celebrations, or preparing meals in his own kitchen, Jack used his gifts to nourish others. These passions extended to tending his fig trees, working in his garden, and enjoying a good card game—simple pleasures that reminded him of home and symbolized the life he created through hard work.
Jack lived out his faith by feeding and welcoming others, embodying the idea that success is measured not only by what one builds, but by how one gives.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Donna Sue Loizou, and his daughter, Andreana Loizou.
Jack is survived by his wife, Susan Loizou, his loving children, his brothers, and his cherished grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who affectionately called him “Papou.” His legacy lives on in them.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to your local food pantry. “For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat.” — Matthew 25:35
Condolences may be sent to his family at www.barlowbonsall.com.
Barlow Bonsall Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.
9 responses to Kyriacos "Jack" Loizou
Louie Loizou says:
December 17, 2025
u called me 3 nights before u went to see the lord.u sounded stressed and I heard susan in the background take ur phone from u and I was unable to speak to u bc she took ur phone,she kept me from seeing and talking to u dad and my heart aches terribly we don’t have to worry about lies ever again .I love u dad and i will see u soon in heaven!
Louie Loizou says:
December 16, 2025
you were the best dad ever,always there for me as I stumbled thru life ,I will see you again thanks to the grace of God
Bob Corey and Families says:
December 10, 2025
So very sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. He was a wonderful human being who was exciting to be around and lived life with passion and compassion. Our deepest sympathy to all his loved ones, Luke and loving family. We’ve known and so appreciated Jack going back to those days at The Sterling Restaurant whose homemade salad dressings he made became legendary as well as his homegrown fresh Figs which he brought by every August with great Joy and Good Cheer. May his kind soul rest in peace. Sincerely, Bob Corey and Corey Families
Peter Kosky says:
December 9, 2025
Jack was a great man and great friend. I loved working with him in the kitchens at Griffs and Five Corners. He taught me many things and I also enjoyed working with him. I will miss him.
Tina Audia Tabore says:
December 7, 2025
Jack was a kind man. I remember him at the Sterling Restaurant and eating at his house with his nephew, Luke Sergos. Memory Eternal