Paulos – Dino Sam was taken from us unexpectedly on April 24, 2012, in Victoria, BC. He was born a Spartan December 2, 1945, in Molai, Greece.
Dino immigrated to Canada with his parents at the age of 14 and settled in Winnipeg, where he attended high school and university. Dino received his first degree in biology from the University of Manitoba and subsequently graduated from the Faculty of Dentistry in 1974. After practicing in Winnipeg for a short time, he moved to Victoria and established his practice in Sidney in 1977. Dino practiced dentistry in Victoria for the rest of his days, evolving into one of the world’s foremost authorities in the area of biological dentistry. He was very passionate about his work and helped countless people from all over the world restore their health and well-being. Dino did everything in life with extreme enthusiasm and vigor, whether it was cooking in his wood burning oven or scavenging driftwood on a remote beach. Driftwood came to life in his hands and imagination. A hobby that started with a small mirror blossomed into life-sized works of mythological creatures.
Dino was a dedicated and loving husband, father, and friend, and is so loved by so many. Dino walked amongst us. His presence will be missed yet the love and joy he brought will live on forever in us all.
A celebration of his life will be held on Monday, April 30th at 11:00 am at the Greek Orthodox Church of the Savior, 4648 Elk Lake Drive in Victoria with reception to follow.
Condolences for the family may be offered below.
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I can’t put into words how Dejais and Dr.Paulos gave me my life back, but we have lost a wonderful man that left us way to soon.
Thank you will never be enough !
I cannot adequately express my grief at the passing of this wonderful man. His skill and knowledge were unsurpassed, but more than anything, he was a person that truly cared. My heart goes out to Dejais and family, and everyone else who knew this incredible human being. Peace and love, Brian Brigden.
I have just found out about Dino’s sudden passing and Dejais and Sam, i am utterly stunned by the news. Dino was a true hero to me, from the time he was in Sidney to his lovely little home office on the lake, where he was so generous with his time and his skill. Every time i was there he had new works in progress to see, and I always learned something holistic that improved my life. There will never be another warrior like him, and I will light a candle for him today and toast him officially next time i’m at the Black Olive. My heart goes out to all of his family.
We met Dino briefly in Feb 2012 for some dental work. He left a lasting impression upon both of us. We fondly remember his laugh, how comfortable he made us feel and the light that he was. Despite the quick meeting, we talk of him frequently….he just was an incredible being. We are both grateful that we met him. May you be comforted in knowing that his legacy lives on in our hearts. love – alexandra and milan from massachusetts!
I very much appreciate the phone message left for me and I want to say how sad i am on learning of Kosta’s passing after returning home. The years we spent frequenting his office in Cordova Bay, being met with his broad, open friendliness, his alternative professional competence and his wonderful creativity, brought much joy and beauty to our dental journeys.
We’d like to convey much warmth and embrace to those he left here in the Earth realm. Blessings to you all. Lee, Joe, Noah and Ruby..
I am saddened to learn of Dr. Paulos’ passing. I was privileged to be one of Dr. Paulos’ patients. My condolences to family and friends of Dr. Paulos.
So he leaves us for a time. A wonderful human being who gave far more than he took from the world. A treasure. An inspiration to all as to how to live a life. His brightness, compassion, humour, and delight in the world, his teaching, healing, and his simple love of humanity were a gift to all. He is truly missed. Maybe we can hold onto him a little longer by taking his example and becoming better people ourselves.
We are deeply saddened by the loss of our family member, colleague and mentor Dr. Dino Sam Paulos, who passed away on Monday, April 24, 2012.
Dino was a pioneer in biological dentistry who advanced in practice the connection between dental health and overall well being. To honour the memory of Dino, the offices of the Cholakis Dental Group, Cholakis Dental Implant Centre, Southwest Specialty Group and Kids Dental will make a $25,000 contribution to the Dr. Sam Borden Graduate Periodontal Clinic at the University of Manitoba, Faculty of Dentistry to support oral-systemic studies. Ms. Vanessa Shaff, development officer, welcomes inquiries from interested parties who would also like to honour Dino’s memory. She can be reached at 204-789-3537 or vanessa_shaff@umanitoba.ca.
I was very surprised to hear of Dino’s passing! What a special place he created out at Prospect Lake, and what a difference he made to my health. I’ll miss him. My warmest thoughts are with the family!
Orion
Sorry to hear of this news. I have many fond memories of Dino as we went to Kelvin High School together are were on a number of teams. When Dino moved to Sidney he provided dentistry services to my family. He was on the leading edge of his dental practice. May the family cherish his memories at this time. He will be greatly missed.