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Thomas Kapsalis Obituary

Thomas Kapsalis, age 97, fell asleep in the Lord July 14, 2022. Beloved husband of Stella (nee Manos) Kapsalis for 66 years. Loving father of Adamandia and Harry T. (Heidi) Kapsalis. Devoted son of the late Harry and Adamantia Kapsalis. Dear brother of the late Steve (the late Charlotte) and Peter (Frances) Kapsalis. Fond uncle and cousin of many. Thomas was an artist and professor at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. His work was on display at Corbett vs. Dempsey Gallery. He was also a US veteran in the Army and fought in the Battle of the Bulge in World War II. Visitation Tuesday, July 19, 2022 from 10:00 AM until time of Funeral Service 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. Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Memory Eternal Funeral Directors, Ltd. (847) 375-0095.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Jul. 17, 2022.

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Dan Anthon

September 25, 2025

I did not know Tom died. Much love to his family. He was such a formative presence for me at SAIC. I still remember the day in class when he rummaged through my portfolio to find a drawing that literally excited him. He taught me to respect my own marks. As an art therapist these past 35 years, it was one of the greatest lessons I could learn, that went on to deeply influence my work. I still have that drawing from nearly 40 years ago as a reminder. I described that day in his class, giving him the credit he deserved, in a book about my career, "The Magic Carpet Ride, Art Therapy in the `Real“ World: A Reflective Memoir". I remain grateful for him to this day. Warmly, Dan Anthon

Chris & Jorene Tsiones

July 20, 2022

My deepest sympathies to you and your family. Tom was one of the best people I had the privilege of knowing. My wife an I will miss him. We always looked forward to receiving his beautiful Christmas cards.

Debra

July 17, 2022

Professor Kapsalis was a kind and nurturing instructor who offered excellent guidance to me in my early days at SAIC. I still think of him today.

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Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church

2727 West Winona Street, Chicago, IL

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Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church

2727 West Winona Street, Chicago, IL

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