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Christopher Kakavas Obituary
Dr. Kakavas was a native of Alamance County and was the husband of Diana Porterfield Kakavas, who survives, and the son of George Kakavas and Helen Scordas Kakavas, both deceased.
A Dentist, Dr. Kakavas practiced in Burlington for over 35 years. He was a member of First Reformed United Church of Christ and St. Katherines Greek Orthodox Church. He was a member of the N.C. Dental Society and he participated in the Rock Steady Boxing Group for individuals diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease. An avid sportsman and sailor, Chris loved racing sailboats. He was a member of the American Model Yachting Association.
In addition to his wife Diana, he is also survived by his daughters, Melissa Kakavas and her husband, Christopher Radabaugh, of Raleigh; Lindsay Shakarjian and her husband Nicholas, of Hillsborough; his grandchildren, Parker Radabaugh, Wyatt Radabaugh, Luca Shakarjian and Sophia Shakarjian and a sister, Libby Cherpelis, of Queens, NY. He was preceded in death by a brother, Gus Kakavas.
A Celebration of Christopher's life will be held at the First Reformed United Church of Christ at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday 12/17/2019, conducted by Rev. Phil Myers. The family will greet friends in the fellowship hall of the Church immediately following the memorial service.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Parkinson's Foundation, 200 SE 1st Street, Suite 800, Miami, Florida 33131.
Online condolences may be shared at www.richandthompson.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Christopher Kakavas
Lynda puckett
December 9, 2020
Diane continued prayers for you and your family. Love, Lynda Puckett
Shannon Bullins
December 30, 2019
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Dr Kakavas, he was one of our all-time favorite dentists to do work for here at Lowery Dental Laboratory. He was a kind gentleman. My sincerest condolences,
Shannon Bullins
Lynda Puckett
December 20, 2019
Thoughts and prayers. Love to whole family. Lynda and Kirk Puckett
Billy Garner
December 16, 2019
We haven't seen Chris since he retired but have kept up with him through Becky. So sorry for his family. Our prayers will be with you through this time. I heard him talking with one of his patients one day in Greek and that touched me. Normal for him I guess but what a pleasure to that lady sitting in his chair. He came out once on the weekend to his office on Alamance Rd. to help a friend from out of town who had an abscessed tooth. He was a great dentist as well as a good friend.
December 16, 2019
Diane i'm so sad to hear of Chris' passing He was a good man and good friend forever starting when i met him in the 6th grade.Please take care of yourself and the girls and if there is anything i can do do not hesitate to call Donald Doornheim
Susan Xanthos
December 15, 2019
Diane I am so sorry to hear of Chris's passing. I pray that God will comfort you and your family with very special memories of your years spent together. And may He give you His peace that passes all of our human understanding
December 15, 2019
Diane, Ann and I are sorry to hear about Chris. I always enjoyed talking to him at our family gatherings. Prayers are
with you and your family. William and Ann Bowman
Sandy Rudolph
December 15, 2019
Diane, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I will not be able to attend the memorial but you are definitely in my heart. I have such fond memories of our times together. I'm glad your daughters live close by. Love and hugs to all of you.
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