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THOMAS JOHN "TOM" KOKKINES

March 14, 1941 – November 4, 2025

Thomas John "Tom" Kokkines, 84, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.

Born in Greece on March 14, 1941, Tom was the beloved son of John and Konstantina Kokkines. As a young man, he immigrated to the United States, where he built a life defined by hard work, perseverance, and a deep devotion to his family.

Tom's life reflected his adventurous spirit and his zest for life. He approached each day with gratitude and kindness, always ready with a helping hand or a warm smile. An avid golfer, Tom found joy and peace on the course, where he forged lasting friendships and treasured countless rounds played on the Chicago city courses.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Wendy; his sons, Shane (Christi), the late Edward and Thomas (Charice); and his cherished grandchildren, Leo, Vivian, Adam, Jennifer, Tommy, Nick, and Jordan and great grandchildren Atlas, Casper, Bennett and Ira. He is also survived by his loving siblings, George Kokkines, Billy Kokkines, and Kathy Sinodinos.

Tom will be remembered for his warmth, humor, and the deep love he shared with all who knew him. His legacy lives on in the values he instilled in his family and the many lives he touched.

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Elyse martin

November 4, 2025

I met Tom many years ago when he started dating Wendy. We all had dinner at my parent´s house in Homewood. Tom was very quiet. As we got to know him that changed dramatically. Tom was warm, funny, kind, charismatic and quite the talker. We all loved him. One of my most fun memories is of taking Shane and my son Josh to Great America. There was a booth Tom liked to go in where someone would guess your age. They always guessed Tom as decades younger. Tom loved that. So did we. Tom and Wendy and the Burks were our extended family. We spent lots of time with them on Oakley street. So many cherished memories that I hold dear. Rest in peace dear Tom. Here´s to a life well lived.

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