Fall River funeral announced for man who ran restaurant, impacted Massachusetts, Rhode Island

A restauranteur who made an impact in both Massachusetts and Rhode Island has died.

60-year-old Vasilios “Billy” Kyros of Little Compton, Rhode Island, passed away on Wednesday after a long battle with cancer.

According to an obituary, “Vasilios was a proud son of the Greek diaspora and a tireless worker who ran the family restaurant, A-1 Pizza in Little Compton, where he greeted generations of customers by name and treated them like family. He loved simple joys—early-morning coffee, good company, and a full table.”

The obituary went on to say that Billy “was known for his generosity, quick wit, and willingness to help anyone who needed a hand. He enjoyed his family vacations to Florida, listening to musical soundtracks, sleeping with the sounds of the ocean, and watching classic movies with his wife and children. Faith anchored his life; he was a devoted parishioner and Parish Council President of St. Demetrios Orthodox Church. Above all, he was most proud of his children and the life he built with his wife. Through his hard work and perseverance, he dedicated himself to ensuring that his children would have greater opportunities and a brighter future.”

Visitation will be held at Auclair Funeral Home, located at 690 South Main Street, Fall River, MA, on Sunday, September 14, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM.

His funeral will be held on Monday, September 15, at 10:00 AM from the funeral home, with a funeral service to follow at St. Demetrios Orthodox Church, 289 North Main St., Fall River at 11:00 AM.

Burial at Union Cemetery, Little Compton.

In lieu of flowers, consider a donation to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.