Louis G. Pallas, 84, of Burlington, passed away on Wednesday March 14, 2012 at home with his loving family by his side.

Born in Leros, Greece, Louis was a resident of Burlington for the past 43 years.

He was the Original Owner/Operator of the Golden Dawn Diner in Willingboro, and The Pallas Diner in Berlin, N.J.

Louis was a member of St. George Greek Orthodox Church.

Son of the late George M. and Maria I. Kallis, and pre-deceased by eight siblings, he is survived by his loving wife of 49 years Mary Prassas Pallas of Burlington, a son and daughter-in-law; George Elias and Lori Pallas of Moorestown, N.J., two daughters and a son-in-law; Lea Pallas Vellucci of Hainesport, N.J., Faith and Dr. Michael Stefan of Chester Springs, PA., seven grandchildren Danielle, Nicole, Margaux, Jonas, Sofia, Paul, and Alexander, one sister Calliope Costallas of Philadelphia, PA., and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday 11:00 a.m. at St. George Greek Orthodox Church 1200 Klockner Rd. in Hamilton, N.J. in Mercer County.

Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery in Hamilton, N.J.

Calling hours will be Saturday morning from 9:00 a.m. until time of services at the church.

There will be no calling hours at the funeral home.

Arrangements are by the M. William Murphy Funeral Home 1863 Hamilton Ave. in Hamilton. Visit www.murphyfh.com.

Donations in Louis’s memory may be made to St. George Greek Orthodox Church 1200 Klockner Rd. Hamilton, N.J. 08619.