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Peter Economou Obituary

Economou, M.D., Peter G. beloved husband of Helen (nee Markoutsas), loving brother of Steven G., M.D. (Kathryn) and the late James G., fond brother-in-law of Nicholas and Mary Marino, proud uncle of James S. (Denise) Economou, M.D., Tasia (Steve Kahn, M.D.) Economou, M.D., Elena (Theodore, M.D.) Saciarides and Nicholas and Kristina Marino, fond godfather of Steven Economou, George Christie and Amy Rantis. Family and friends will meet Tuesday morning at St. Basil Greek Orthodox Church, 733 S. Ashland, Chicago, for services at 10:30 a.m. Interment private. In lieu of flowes, donations to Peter G. Economou Memorial Fund, 1700 W. Van Buren St., Suite 250, Chicago, IL., 60612, appreciated. Arrangements by William C. Rantis, Director. For info., 708-562-5900. Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from May 11 to May 12, 2003.

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Kevin Pletka

November 4, 2024

He was a great caring doctor. He really was. Rest in eternal peace and may bless you for all the sick people you made well.

Loreatta West - Novak

September 2, 2017

Dr. Economou is remembered with affection, can you imagine the reception he got in heaven?

Doretta Olsen

May 22, 2003

My sincerest and deepest sympathy go out to the Family of Dr. Peter Economou. Dr. Economou was my doctor for 40 years. As a young girl I admired him greatly. As an adult, with children and grandchildren of my own, I realized that he was incomparable both as a doctor and a compassionate man. He surely has no equal in the medical world. He was a man with infinite patience and eternal kindness. He got me through some of the worst times of my life, including cancer. He will forever be remembered in my prayers.

Elaine Rantis

May 16, 2003

For my family,this is a great loss. We were so fortunate to have him as a relative,friend,and Doctor. Personally, I could never repay his kindness, genuine concern and his unconditional friendship.I can never remember a time he was'nt available to any of "us".When he and Helen asked if they could christen our daughter,it was an honor. Together they were and are the greatest Godparents a child could have.For all that he had done, he never asked for anything in return.It was my honor to atttend his memorial service and escort him on his final journey. May his memory be eternal.

Janice Thomas

May 16, 2003

My Condolences to Dr. Steven Economou and family.



Janice Thomas (RPSLMC)

James Privoznik

May 15, 2003

My condolences to Dr. Economou's family and friends. Dr. Economou was my doctor for 18 years. His bedside manner was unparalled.

He not only was my doctor, he was a genuine friend and will be truly missed.

George & Nicholas Gianacakos

May 14, 2003

The Gianacakos'family would like to express their condolences to the

Economou family,Peter having been

George's physician for the past 40 years, we will both miss him as a doctor and a friend.

Ryan McNally

May 14, 2003

Dr. & Mrs. Randall E. McNally and all of their children express their deepest sympathies to the Economou family. Dr. Economou will be missed dearly by all of us.

mr.mrs. peter papas

May 13, 2003

The Papas family would like to give their condolences to the Economou family.

Chris Privoznik

May 13, 2003

Dearest Dr. Economou...the greatest doctor I will ever know. I have had the great fortune of knowing you for over 20 years. You successfully treated my family and friends over and over. My greatest hope is that the doctors around you learned from you. You listened to us and patiently asked questions before you guided us. You always believed that we ourselves knew what we needed...to heal.

You leave a great legacy in the world of medicine. I will miss you more than I can say. You have been a very special and close friend. My respect and prayers will continue to be with you everyday. Your love of life will always be my guide...My love to you!

Peter and Nancy Colis

May 12, 2003

Dr. Economou was our not only our doctor but also our friend and mentor. We have been so very priviledged to have known him all these years. Our lives will be so bereft without him. With much love Nancy and Peter Colis

FlorenceE. Gilham

May 12, 2003

May it comfort you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Valerie Barrett,MD

May 12, 2003

What a fantastic and elegant man! A gentleman, a scholar, and a truly good person. You helped so many in your compasionate and patient bedside manner. You were my mentor and taught me lessons on medicine as well as life. I know that medicine was your life and your life was medicine, and for this we all are grateful. I am honored to be able to celebrate your life. I'll miss you Peter! My condolences to your family.

Georgia Giannopoulos

May 12, 2003

I knew Dr. Economou since I was a little girl. More than 20 years have gone by since then. Words alone cannot express the way I feel about this extraordinary man. Mankind has lost a wonderful and beautiful human being. The medical profession has lost a compassionate physician. Dr. Economou always guided me in my life, just like a father. I feel privlaged to have had him in my life. I love you Dr. Economou! Thank you for your words of wisdom and your friendship. You will always be remembered and loved. Our deepest sympathy to the family of Dr. Economou. May God comfort and console you at this very dark time in your lives.

Lena Kouvelis

May 12, 2003

I will truly miss you. You were like a father to me. Now I have to go on with what you taught me. I lost my friend. The man who was always there to lift my spirits up high. The man who made me strong in every way. Thank you for always being there for me. Our deepest condolences to Peter Economou's family. God give you strength in this time of deep sorrow. My thought's are with you. Dr. Steve Economou, your brother always spoke very highly of you and expressed his love for you to me.

Mary & Eddie L. Paige

May 12, 2003

We were very sadden to learn of the death of Dr. Peter G. Economou. For many years he was our physican and guided us through many medical concerns. Our deepest sympathy. May Bless and comfort your family. Mary & Eddie L. Paige, 4307 S. Kirkland Avenue, Chicago, Il., 60623 (773)522-7774

Thomas and Mary Athans

May 12, 2003

Dear Helen,



We were very sorry to hear

about Peter. Please accept our deepest sympathy.



We hope you have peace and comfort.



May his memory be eternal.



Sincerely.

Mary and Tom Athans

Kate Evanch

May 12, 2003

My condolences to Dr. Economou's family and friends. He was my doctor until his health forced him to cut back a few years ago, but he remembered me and always asked how I was when I saw him. He was wonderful, caring, and sincere both as a doctor and as a person and he will be missed by many.

Joseph Holleman

May 12, 2003

Our deepest sympathy to the family of Dr. Economou. He was not only a wonderful doctor, but a dear friend. Our prayers to the family.





Joseph W. Holleman & Family

John Finlay

May 12, 2003

Peter was known as the doctor all other doctors would want to go to. He had many patients and he knew them all intimately. He achieved what we all dream about, he was very well respected and he loved his work. Chicago and the medical profession has lost a great man.

Dona Petrakis

May 12, 2003

Dear Helen,

Tenderly..

may time heal your sorrow,

Gently..

may friends ease your pain,

Softly..

may peace replace heartache,

And may

warmest memories remain.

May he rest in peace!

Steve & Jackie Frabotta

May 12, 2003

Our deepest sympathy to the family of Dr. Economou. He was a dear man and a dedicated Doctor. There will never be another one like him. He was our Dr. for 25+ years. We will miss him very much.

Jack & Fran De Francesco

May 11, 2003

We will always be Grateful for all the help you gave to our family.We will miss you. GOD BLESS YOU.

Judy Planos

May 11, 2003

To my Greek friend who always gave me a minute.

You'll be greatly missed.

Linda/Ned Cowan

May 11, 2003

Our deepest condolences on your loss. Dr. Economou took care of my parents, Sarge andsy Ruck, and had a lasting effect on them. we are forever grateful. Ned and Linda Cowan

Morris Papernik, MD

May 11, 2003

You will always be remembered. I will miss you.

Morris Papernik, MD

Richard Jaffe

May 11, 2003

I am writing to Dr. Economou's family to express my sorrow at his passing. Many years ago (1964) my father was treated by Dr. Economou as a 48 year old cancer patient. I vividly remember Dr. Economou's kindness and compassion at a very difficult time for our family. Unfortunately, my father didn't have mcuh time after that, but I am confident that Dr. Economou touched the lives of many more patients in his career. May you take comfort in this and know that he did indeed make a difference in many people's lives.



God bless you.



Sincerely,



Richard Jaffe

Anne Wilmot

May 11, 2003

Dear Helen & Family: My prayers are with you as your faith is once again strongly tested. You were fortunate to have Peter in your life.He was family conscious. Feel your family support for you now.

MAXINE CLARK

May 11, 2003

I WILL MISS YOU DEARLY

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