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George Kotsiopoulos Obituary

Kotsiopoulos, George T. 74, devoted father of Thomas and Chris, cherished brother of Pantelis and the late Kiki Costello, loving son of the late Ann and Thomas, on October 7 in Crescent City, Illinois. A classic Renaissance man with many diverse interests and accomplishments, Mr. Kotsiopoulos was a skilled falconer, the past president of the National Falconry Association and the author of books on falconry, and art afficionado, a published poet and classical music lover. A lifelong entrepreneur, he was the former owner of the crepe restaurants in Chicago and Evanston, Pancake Francais. Mr. Kotsiopoulos is survived by the sons he adored, Thomas, of Prospect Heights, and Chris, of Watseka, his beloved brother Pantelis, of Chicago, six nieces and a nephew. Visitation will be on Friday, October 10, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Drake & Sons, 5303 N. Western Ave. in Chicago. Services will be held on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 1017 N. LaSalle St., followed by burial at Elmwood Cemetery.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 10, 2003.

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thomas schuld

October 15, 2003

Dear Leon, My condolences on Georges passing Iremember our days at St George and double dating with John Maguire,Marty Sullivan In fact I'm looking at a photo of George and a girl I don' recognize. best wishes to you Babe.Tom Schuld

Marilyn Harris

October 12, 2003

Dear Chris, I was truly shocked to hear about your dad - so hard to believe that vibrant George isn't among us - But he surely will be in our thoughts -
Herb and my condolences to you, your brother and uncle - here's to memories- Take special care-
Warmly, Marilyn Schwartz Harris

Sheldon Esko

October 11, 2003

Accept my condolences on the passing of your Father.

Sheldon Esko(Sanitary fish & Oyster Co.)of Argyle St.

John, Mary, Peter Maria, and Bette Maniatis

October 11, 2003

Dear Babe, Thomas and Chris, Our deepest sympathy for your loss. We have found thoughts of George from when we were youngsters growing up.His passing brings back many memories. I ,(Peter )remember being fascinated as he spoke excitedly of his new sport of falconery at that time. Although we cannot attend we shall remember George in our prayers and ask the Lord that his memory be eternal. May God grant you the comfort to deal with this great loss.

From all of us,

Our love and prayers,

John, Mary,Peter,Maria and Bette

(the Arizona cousins)

John, Mary and Bette Maniatis

October 11, 2003

May his memory be eternal.

Bonnie Steiner Lindenbaum

October 10, 2003

I was so sorry to learn of George's death in the newspaper today. He and his family lived upstairs of me at 6216 N. Richmond St. in Chicago all the years I was growing up (the 40s and 50s). My parents, the Steiners, owned the building he and his family lived in. Please tell Pantelis (whom we called Leon or Babe) that I am deeply saddened. Please also let him know that my dear sister, Gerry, passed away 10 months ago. I send my sympathy to all of George's family.

Phil, June, Caleb Carroll

October 10, 2003

Sending our deepest sympathy to Tom and family for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Kathy & Jack Sievert

October 10, 2003

Dear Chris,

Though it's been awhile since we've seen you, we have thought about you many times. Our hearts are grieving for you at this difficult time. Your dad had to be a great guy to have raised someone as special as you. Our condolences to your entire family. You will be in our prayers.

Love,

Jack & Kathy

Lori Black

October 10, 2003

I am so sorry for the loss of this wonderful Father and Brother and Uncle to so many. I send the family my deepest sympathy and condolences.

JoAnn Revak

October 10, 2003

My sincere condolences to your family.

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