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Loukas Coussoule Obituary
Born in Portsmouth on July 19, 1933, he was the son of James and Aktina (Lukas) Coussoule. He was a graduate of Portsmouth High School, Class of 1951 and served in the U.S. Navy.
He was retired, having worked for many years in the hospitality industry.
Loukas was a member of the American Legion, Elks Lodge, and the Creek AC.
Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Joan (Power) Coussoule; his children, James Coussoule and wife, Laurie, of South Berwick, Christine Brigham and husband, Kevin, of Rochester, N.H., Nicholas Coussoule and wife, Jane, of Chattanooga, Tenn.; grandchildren, Kiana and Loukas Brigham, Alexa and Loukas Coussoule, Sophia and Alec Coussoule; a sister, Helen Daigle of Bedford, Mass.; and several nieces and nephews.
Visiting hours will be held tonight from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Farrell Funeral Home, 684 State St., Portsmouth. Services will be held on Saturday at 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, Andrew Jarvis Drive, Portsmouth, NH 03801.
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Memories and Condolences
for Loukas Coussoule
Donna Smith
January 2, 2010
Dear Joanie,Jimmy,Tina,and Nicky,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Lucka. Had I known befor today I would have payed my respects.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time of need.I was a very fortunate person to have been able to meet all of you at one time or another in my life and I am truly honored. The daughter of Don Smith and Jean Fiandaca,
Diane Kenney
January 2, 2010
Dear Joanie,Jimmy, Tina and Nicky
I'm so sorry to hear about cousin Louka. I just heard about his passing yesterday. Joanie, you and Louka made me feel so welcome anytime I visited. Louka was a wonderful man, full of fun and always happy. He will be deeply missed. So sorry for your loss.
All Our Love,
Joe and Diane Kenney
Louise Dusto
December 21, 2009
Joan & family
I am so very sorry for your loss. Luka was a great guy. Always had a smile and a hug when ever Art and I saw him. We met Luka when he worked at Jimmy Canty's. He always made us laugh. I enjoyed seeing the both of you when you'd come to bingo at the Frank Jones Hall. I was working there at the time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Louise & Art Dusto
December 16, 2009
Chris and Kevin,
I am so sorry hear about your father passing away. He was a great man and I have many wonderful memories of your special family. Please accept my condolences and I will continue to pray for you all.
Lori Slover
December 16, 2009
Chris and Kevin,
I am so sorry hear about your father passing away. He was a great man and I have many wonderful memories of your special family. Please accept my condolences and I will continue to pray for you all.
Tina Daniels
December 14, 2009
Christine, Kevin and family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. It was great that the kids and I were able to meet him. We enjoyed his stories of Tom's Grandfather. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Deanna Tinios
December 14, 2009
Dear Jimmy,Chris and Nicky,
I was so sorry to hear about your dad passing. I hope you're all doing okay. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Deanna Beeman Tinios
Beth O'Donovan
December 13, 2009
Dearest Joan (YaYa),
John and I are deeply sadden by the loss of Loukas. It is hard to believe you were just here two weeks ago eating and laughing at our home-a visit we will all treasure. John and I will remember Pappu most fondly and will keep you in our prayers.
Love to you, Jimmy, Christine and Nick,
Beth and John
Kevin Niland
December 13, 2009
Jimmy, Christine and Nick,
We were so shocked to hear about your dad. The Coussoule families were such a big part of our lives growing up. We were always so envious of how close you all were. Sorry we couldn't be there for the services. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love,
Kevin and Tracy Niland
Gregory Vatistas
December 12, 2009
Cousin Joan,Jim,Tina and Nick
i just heard about Cousin Louka, he was a wonderful man i will miss him dearly, he brings back so many good memories.
i love you all, cousin Greg
Mary Anne Ackerman
December 12, 2009
Dear Joan, May the many memories you and Luke made together see you through this most difficult time. I so remember cheering my heart out for him when I was six. PHS Mascot. Warmest Aloha, Mary Anne (Snookie DeLa Cruz) Ackerman, and family. Honolulu, Hawaii former Portsmouth/Rye Residents
Cheryl Pirini-Huckins
December 12, 2009
Joanie, Jim, Tina and Nick..
I am so sorry to hear about Luke's passing. I really loved your Dad and I have priceless memories of him. He and I tended bar at the Holiday Inn for a few years and I couldn't have had a better co-worker or friend. We are all lucky and definitely better off for having known & loved Louka. My prayers to all of you as you grieve the loss of this wonderful man.
Theresa Wiseman
December 12, 2009
Jimmy & family,
Having recently gone through this my heart goes out to you all. Words can't express how sorry I am for your loss. Remember the good times and smile.
December 12, 2009
Joan, Sorry to hear of your husband's
death. Sylvia (Vetter) Lincoln
Deb Nadeau
December 12, 2009
What a horrible time to lose a loved one We are so sorry for your loss my husband and I knew Luka through the Legion and beyound Smokey and he played endless games of pinnochle and both shared the joy of watching their grandchildren play ball in Rochester Luka was a wonderful family man he was so proud of that what a great picture that shows his true smile I cant imagine your pain at this time our thoughts and prayers are with you and he will be missed by many
Smokey and Deb Nadeau
Patty Sheckler
December 11, 2009
Chris and Kevin and kids,
I am very sorry to hear of your Dad's
passing, he was always a great man who adored his kids and grandkids.
He will be sadly missed.
Take Care of each other......
With Love,
Patty Sheckler (Murphy)
and Family
John Stewart
December 11, 2009
Jim, Nick and Christina, I'm sorry to hear of your father's passing. I will allways remember your father for the way he greeted people, it was allways a hand shake with that bear paw of a hand or a huge bear hug followed by a "How are you" that allways ment so much to me. My preyers will be you and your familys
Joe Geraci
December 11, 2009
Nick and Family,
Very sorry to hear about your loss. My families deepest condolences to you, your Mom, Jimmy, Christine and your family and friends. Our thoughts and prayers ar with you.
Tina
December 11, 2009
Dear Auntie Joan, Jimakie, Christine & Nicky, I will miss Uncle Luke terribly. He will always have a special place in my heart. I will always remember his laugh. Hold on to all of the precious memories. He will live on in all of our hearts. Such a sweet man. Love to all of you.
T
Earleen Fernald
December 11, 2009
I am sorry to learn of Luke's passing. My father (Connie Collins) and Luke were old friends from many years ago. My dad always spoke highly of Luke and considered him one of his closest friends before my dad's death in 1982.
Ellen Hayes
December 11, 2009
Jimmy,
Sorry for your loss.My prayers are with you and your family.
Jolene Ballou
December 11, 2009
Chris, Kevin & Kids - So very sorry for your loss. I've included a poem that I've kept close to my heart and referenced over the years since loosing my dad. I hope it helps...
First, you cry. Second, you well, OK, you cry second, too.
Eventually, you stop crying. Time passes.
Then, one unexpected day, something happens, And you find yourself with an old, forgotten Friend –
Your smile.
When you catch yourself smiling, you stop – you feel guilty, maybe.
Until, finally, laughter.
It feels as good as it ever did.
You want to laugh again, So you do.
And you live on. No matter what stage you find yourself in today, Remember that we care!
December 11, 2009
My family and I loved Papou dearly. He was a wonderful man who was always there for his family and friends. Even if I had not seen him in a while, he would always ask about my family, niece, and nephews. He was so proud of his family and I would see him supporting the kids at their games, recitals, concerts, and always with a smile. I can still picture his favorite chair surrounded by hundreds of pictures of his grandchildren or on the floor with all of his grandkids tumbling all over him. He was a special man. Alexa and Loukas loved him so and will always know how much he meant to them. He will be missed and will remain forever in our hearts. Our thoughts are with you Yia, Jim, Chris, Nick, and your families.
Love,
Kate and the Scherer Family
December 11, 2009
Joan
My heart goes out to you and your family.
Luke looked so well at Bob's funeral and Harry's birthday party. I was so shocked
and very upset. He and Bob were such good friends. May you find peace in your memories. I am in Florida so won't be able to go to the funeral
Priscilla Cilley
Dick Romagnoli
December 11, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies. Luke was a great guy and basketball team mate, I'm sure he will be missed.
December 11, 2009
Joan,
I'm so sorry to hear about Loukas. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad time.
I'll always remember how good you were to my Dad by visiting him often this fall.
- Maryanna Baker
Harry Marinos' Daughter
December 11, 2009
I'm sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.
Lynda Hamilton
Nancy Montgomery
December 11, 2009
Jim and Laurie,
I am sorry for your sudden loss. Jim, when I'd see your dad at your family events he always made me laugh. He had a true love for his family and a winner's spirit :) my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
December 11, 2009
Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. It's been many years since we've seen Luke, but it seems like yesterday and we can still see and hear him laugh.
Bruce & Carolyn Bentham
Dennis Cilley
December 11, 2009
Chris,
I'm are so sorry to hear about your dad's passing. I had the pleasure to meet your dad many years ago when he worked in town Portsmouth. I will miss Loukas.
Bob Fiandaca
December 11, 2009
My deepest sympathy. Loukas was one of the best. He was a good guy and always a gentleman. When my father Mike, who was good friend of Loukas, died he came to me and gave me words of sympathy and encouragement that I have never forgotten. He was a gentle giant to me. I was truly blessed to have known Loukas. I am sorry for my our loss.
Bob Fiandaca
kathy spiers
December 11, 2009
christine, kevin and family
sorry to hear of your recent loss. thinking of you at this difficult time and if you need anything give us a call!
Milt Pappas
December 11, 2009
Dear Joan, Jimmy,Tina,and Nicky,
Please accept our heartfilled condolences on your loss. Luke will be missed by all of you everyday, but may all the wonderful memories you shared, help to ease the pain in your hearts.
Most sincerely,
Milt and Dixie
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