John Pavles of Lynn, age 88, passed Sunday, October 11, 2020, at Beverly Hospital. He is survived by his son, Stephen Pavles and his wife Christine of Derry NH; daughter Laura Pavles of Astoria NY; daughter Andrea Anderson and her husband Kevin Anderson of Las Vegas NV; and grandchildren Luke Anderson and Scarlett Anderson. He is also survived by his sisters Irene Pavles of Lynn, MA; Florence Lalikos of Wenham, MA; and loving nieces, nephews and family. He was predeceased by his sister Mary Lazaris of Bedford MA.

John graduated from Lynn Classical High School and Boston University. He was a U.S. Navy veteran and achieved success as a founder and co-owner of family owned ENACO Laboratories. Over 30 years the business developed multiple locations throughout northeast Massachusetts.

John enjoyed spending time with his family, friends and participating both as a player and a coach in sporting activities, particularly basketball under team “Vlahos Brothers” in honor of his uncles Alex and Angelo Vlahos and their long standing Lynn produce business. In retirement he passionately followed his Boston sports teams.

Donations in John’s memory can be made to Assumption of the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church at 8 Lafayette Road, Ipswich, MA 01938. Services will be private. Arrangements are by Croswell Funeral Home, North Reading. www.croswellfuneralhome.com