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Peter Kostoulakos Obituary
Lowell
It is with great sadness that the family of Peter Kostoulakos announce his passing away after a brief but courageous battle with cancer.
Pete was a graduate of Lowell High School, class of 1967. He received his under graduate degree in Fine Art from the Art Institute of Boston and his Master's degree from Northeastern University with a degree in Art History.
Pete loved art from a young child. He taught art at the Lawrence Vocational School and upon his retirement from teaching he restored damaged paintings.
Pete was well liked and popular with everyone who met him. His two nieces loved him like a father.
Pete was the son of the late Charles Kostoulakos and Georgia (Vrouhas) Kostoulakos and the brother of the late Spencer Kostoulakos all of Lowell.
Pete is survived by his brother, James Kostoulakos of Chelmsford, his niece Christina Kostoulakos and her companion Ryan Keenan, their two sons Austin and Liam of Winthrop, MA; his niece Elena and her husband Ryan Richard and their children Elliott, Audrey, Nora and Willow all of Geneva, Ohio.
A wake will be held at the MORSE-BAYLISS FUNERAL HOME, 122 PRINCETON BLVD., LOWELL from 3pm -7pm on June 19th followed by a funeral at the Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church in Lowell on June 20th beginning at 10 am. Burial at the Westlawn II Cemetery, Lowell.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Whistler House, 243 Worthen St., Lowell, MA 01852; 978-452-7641.
ARRANGEMENTS BY MORSE-BAYLISS FUNERAL HOME 978-458-6841. Guestbook at www.morsebaylissfuneralhome.com
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Louise & Eli
June 11, 2025
You are still remembered.
Sandy Jones
June 11, 2025
Peter, I miss you, our conversations and your funny stories. I miss you more than words can say. Rest well my friend
Jacqueline
December 21, 2024
You were my high school teacher which after I graduated became a close friend of mine. I could talk about everything with you, we had a bond that I haven´t had with anybody else! I loved our get together dinners and spending quality time with you. I have dozens upon dozens of Christmas cards from you that I´ve saved throughout the years. I miss you very much. I´m still heartbroken that you left us all so soon and in the way that you went. You worked hard and long but sadly didn´t get much time to enjoy being retired, I think that part hurts me the most as I find it unfair. I love you and think about you all the time. This isn´t goodbye, it´s see you later.
Sandy Jones
June 3, 2024
Peter, I have been thinking of you, more so lately, and I catch myself reading a story about a lost masterpiece and want to pick up the phone to call you. I miss you, our talks (colorful sometimes!) and your guidance through the years. Last month, I had the interior of my home painted and as I removed the artwork, I counted 5 paintings I bought during our travels. 3 from the Rockport Art Association attic. I do think of you often and wish we could have had one last conversation. I would tell you how special you are and always will be to me. Thank you for being my friend.
Cynthia Rwabuhinga
June 2, 2024
I was thinking about Mr.Kostoulakos today has such a passion for art. It was truly contagious. He taught us so much about art. It made me want to go see the paintings he would talk about. I live in Atlanta and they have some Rembrandt and he happened to come to mind.
William Cestaro
August 25, 2023
It came as quite a shock to learn of Peter's passing. I was a fellow teacher at Greater Lawrence Tech, and we remained friends after our retirement. I remember Peter as a gentle, quiet person, and I was honored to be his friend. I feel a great sadness at his passing.
Vincent
August 7, 2023
Peter Kostoulakos was a magnificent teacher with so much patience. He teached and painted with perfection, always on time and sticking to the books. A true wizard of colors.
Judith Utley
July 14, 2023
Peter you were such a wonderful man and will be sorely missed.
Lucille stasiowski
July 3, 2023
Thank you Peter for that special year you came to my home to sign your painting I won in a silent action.you looked at couple of mine encouraged me to enter Tewksbury art show and I won 2nd place non -professional.1977.may you rest in peace.
Margo Kendall
June 24, 2023
So sorry to hear about cousin Peter sending prayers
James V. Roy
June 24, 2023
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James V. Roy
June 24, 2023
I was very sorry to hear the news today that you passed, Peter. You were one of my oldest and closest friends from Lowell and it was always a pleasure to see and hang with you. Though it had been a few years I'm glad we had the opportunity to meet up last February for lunch. I can only hope you are in a better place, and with your parents. Until we cross paths again. . .
Kathy Canzano
June 23, 2023
I was deeply saddened to hear about Peter's passing. I worked with him for many years at GLTS. He was one of the kindest and most talented people I know. I loved chatting with him. He restored a treasured painting for my mother and will always be grateful to him for that. Deepest condolences to his family.
Sandy Jones
June 21, 2023
Peter, you were one of my oldest and dearest friends and I am sorry to have missed your obituary and funeral. I had no idea you were sick and when we spoke back in January, we promised to get together this spring when I came back from Florida. I will always remember your kindness, funny stories and of course, our inside jokes and off color sense of humor. I love you my friend and so deeply saddened we did not see each other in the new year. You will always be my favorite antiquing buddy and will miss you greatly. xoxo
Leslie and Robert MacPhail
June 20, 2023
I am so sad to hear of Peters passing.Peter restored a painting for me. He was a wealth of knowledge. He was a gentleman and a scholar.
he will be missed by his community. Again I am so sorry for your loss.
Debra
June 19, 2023
Peter was a very kind man. I always loved running into him in the early morning at Einsteins and then later at Panera. We chatted about all things art and teaching. He always so upbeat!
JimRavanis
June 19, 2023
R.I.P. my good friend.
Andrea DiNatale
June 18, 2023
May it bring comfort for your family to know that Mr. K. had such a huge impact in so many lives that you have taught. I will be forever grateful for the impact you have had in my life both then and now. Mr. K rest in peace . Until we meet again . GLTS `94
Paul "Opie" Jacques
June 18, 2023
Mr. K was a top notch guy, one of the best teachers I've ever had. And after graduation, I can say a good friend. He will be missed by many for his wisdom and knowlege. May you RIP, my old friend.
Susan Perillo Jamrow GLTHS '88
June 18, 2023
Rest in peace Mr K. You touched so many lives and we are all better for knowing you.
Mr.Lowd
June 18, 2023
My Condolences
Joann Xydias
June 18, 2023
Mr. K was my amazing Homeroom & Fine Arts History teacher from the Voke for 4 wonderful years. We reconnected over the past few years and I always enjoyed seeing his before & after pieces of his restorations. He inspired his students to learn more about the Great Masters, and although he didn't do many works of his own, he had some truly amazing masterpieces that he artistically restored. May his memory be eternal!
Mr.Lowd
June 18, 2023
I worked with Peter for 30 years.He was truly one of the best.
Yvette (Couture) Eide
June 18, 2023
I am heart broken to hear the news of Mr. Ks´ passing. He has touched so many lives through his teaching and art. He will be missed by all. Thank you for sharing your talents with us. Class of 90´ GLRTHS
frank vacirca
June 18, 2023
It is with surprise and sadness that I heard of Peter's recent passing. He was a well-respected and well-liked member of the faculty at Greater Lawrence Technical School. With sympathy to his family, Frank Vacirca, Superintendent, GLTS (Retired)
Peggy Lorrey Hassett
June 18, 2023
Dear Jimmy and Family, I am deeply saddened to learn of your brother, Peter´s, passing. The heart of a fine gentleman stopped beating and his light will be missed in our world. May your tender life-long memories, friends and family offer you comfort. Rest in Peace Peter
Lyn Britton
June 18, 2023
He was the best, he had the patience of a Saint for putting up with all of us and our antics.
Thank you for all you gave to each one of us. Rest in peace Mr.K I will enjoy a pack of blue Trident in your honor.
Lyn Gagnon-Britton Class of 89
Susan Barnes Nealon
June 18, 2023
So sad and shocked to read of Peter´s passing .. a life-long friend and 1967 Classmate who made all of us richer for having known him.
God Bless you my friend. You are in a better place and at Peace.
-Susan
John Donaher
June 18, 2023
Very sad to hear of Pete's passing. Went to high school and hung around the 'hood with him years ago.Class act.
John Donaher LHS '67
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Joan Tsoukalas
June 17, 2023
May Peter´s memory be eternal. He will be sorely missed.
Teresa Langan
June 17, 2023
So saddened and shocked hearing the news of Peter´s passing. Peter was one of, if not the most talented, amazing person that I have had the privilege to know. Always a gentleman.
Our class reunions will never be the same.
Rest in heavenly peace.
Bootsie
Steve Georgoulis
June 17, 2023
I was shocked to see Pete's obituary this morning. I have known Pete since elementary school. My wife Leslie and I both graduated from LHS with him as well. This is so sad as Pete was such a wonderful and caring person. I have many memories of running into him and his brother at the Owl or one of the local Dunkin Donuts for coffee. Pete was always gracious and considerate. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him. Condolences to his family. Rest in peace my friend.
Steve and Leslie Georgoulis
Connie Polyxronopoulos Las Vegas Nevada.
June 17, 2023
May Your Memory be Eternal Brother in Christ Peter.
Sandra Nazarian Hersh
June 17, 2023
My dear Jimmy (my friend since kindergarten days at the Pine Street School), Christina and Elena,
I'm deeply sorry about the loss of Peter. I always enjoyed times spent with him and his lively stories. He was one of a kind. Sweet, thoughtful, a true gentleman.
May his memory be eternal.
Louise & Eli
June 17, 2023
Our deepest sympathy. Peter was a wonderful man and we will miss him. Love, Louise & Eli
Fr. Nick and Pat Petropoulakos
June 17, 2023
I was very saddened to hear of Peter´s passing. I´ve known his family since childhood, his mom was my mom´s hairdresser and friend. And my husband and I attended and graduated high school with Peter. He was a great guy and a good friend. May he rest in peace and his memory be eternal.
Barbara & Bill Heacox
June 16, 2023
We are saddened to hear of Peter's passing. Although I didn't have the pleasure of knowing him for many years...I can say that since I met Peter, our conversations were always very pleasant. Peter was a very kind gentle man. It was always a pleasure seeing his beautiful smile. My son Tim (who lives next door) thought the world of Peter and Peter thought the world of Tim. Tim enjoyed helping Peter with whatever he needed. Our condolences to all of his family. Many Blessings & God Bless.
Timothy Anderson
June 16, 2023
Pete you are one of a kind a real gentleman.
I'm proud to have known you. Thank you for always thinking of me and always coming and just saying hi.
I miss seeing you every day when I come out of my house.
God bless you I will see you again when I come to see you sitting with the angels.
I will always remember the great conversations we had.
Rest in piece my friend, I miss you already.
Marina Costopoulos
June 16, 2023
You are the best and I will see u in eternity. I know u have gone directly to heaven. I think I will be taking a slight detour, before I head up to heaven!! Until then, my friend, you will be in my prayers and always in my thoughts!!
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