Alex James Kopsian

Alex James Kopsian, 95, beloved husband to his devoted wife, Barbara (nee Pappas). Loving husband to the late Mary (nee Nikolopoulos)for 34 years. Beloved father of Christine(Dean) Galanopoulos, Betsy (Dan) Rousakis, Demetri and Peter (Clara) Kopsian. Doting Papou to Alexandra (Jaysen) Euler, George and Stephen Galanopoulos; George, Danielle (Josh)Krantz and Nicholas Rousakis; Alex and Maria Lynn Kopsian. Adoring "Other Papou" of Dean and Stefania Euler and Zane Krantz. Alex was preceded in death by his siblings, Nitsa, Nick, Pota Stantos, Katina Mikalis and John Kopsian. Survived by his caring sister Vasio(Tom) Arvanites and dear sister-in-law Christine Kopsian. Dear brother-in-law to Peter (the late Mary) Pappas and the late Gust Nikolopoulos. Loving cousin, uncle, Godfather and friend to many.
Alex was born in the mountains of Georgitsti, Sparta on June 9, 1928 to the late James and Marigoula Kopsian. He emigrated to America at 18 years old and lived in Chicago at Milwaukee, Grand and Halsted. He served in the Armed Forces at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri as a chef during the Korean War.
Alex was the proprietor of Alex's Standard Station on Addison and Western Avenues for 40 years and co-owner of Roy's Alignment with his son, Demetri, and beloved brother John.
He was past president of Annunciation Cathedral/St. Demetrios Church where he used his culinary skills to make the best souvlakia in the history of Greek festivals.
As proud as he was of his involvement in his church community, Alex was especially proud of being a member of AHEPA Shoreline 380. He loved the smokers and Wednesday night bowling. His one time perfect score of 300 was one of his proudest moments. He loved to dance and could play the leaf that sounded like a musical instrument to the amazement of everyone who heard him.
We would like to offer a special thanks to the Springs of Vernon Hills for taking such good care of our Dad.
May God bless and keep him and wrap His arms around him always.
Family and Friends will meet on Thursday, October 19, 2023 for a Visitation from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at N.H. Scott & Hanekamp Funeral Home, 1240 Waukegan Road, Glenview, IL 60025. Funeral Service will be held on Friday, October 20, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, 2727 West Winona Street, Chicago, IL 60625. Interment to follow at Elmwood Cemetery, River Grove, IL.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church of Chicago.
Rest in peace, sweet man