Koutelas, Irene Smolios, 89, of Tarpon Springs, died May 23, 2020. She is survived by her son Manuel (Janet); 3 grandchildren Emmanuel, Irene, and John; 6 great-grandchildren Alexis, Anna, Madison, Spencer, Tabitha, and Morgan; siblings Charles Smolios, Anna (Manuel) Ioannidis, and Sevasti (George) Galoozis, and her beloved nieces and nephews. She is pre-deceased by her husband George, brother and sister-in-law Nick and Joyce Smolios, and her brother-in-law Mike Kouskoutis.
Due to Covid 19 restrictions, funeral services were held privately. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations to St Nicholas Greek Orthodox Choir in memory of Irene.
Pam Andress (Friend)
May 25, 2020, 12:00 am
My condolences to the family and friends of Irene. She was a great lady.
Penny ioannidis (Extended family)
May 25, 2020, 12:00 am
Irene was a special lady. Never saw her that she didn't have a smile, always positive. She loved her life and her church. She was a lot of fun to be around. Wish could had more time to get tyyo know her. RIP Irene. We will always love you and miss you.
Laura Shamel (Friend of Manuel)
May 25, 2020, 12:00 am
Ponch; My sincere condolences to you and your family. May you find comfort in the fact that she is no longer in pain.
Ioannis Irene Flytzanis kalliope Lukes (Friend chior member)
May 25, 2020, 12:00 am
Please accept our heartfelt condolences. Irene will be sorely missed. She was a great lady.May her memory be eternal.
Jennifer Manco (Sister-in-law to Manuel Koutelas)
May 25, 2020, 12:00 am
Irene was such a strong and determined person! I know she made a big impact on many people and will be missed. My sympathies to the family.
V. Rev. Fr. James Rousakis (Clergy)
May 25, 2020, 12:00 am
I remember her fondly. When serving the Cathedral as Dean, on Sunday, arriving at the Church early for Orthros, Irene was already there with Kolyva. Her dedication to the Choir was greatly appreciated. May her memory be eternal.
Nick & Grace Vouvalis (Friend )
May 25, 2020, 12:00 am
Our sincerest condolences on Irene’s passing! Not only will we miss singing with her, we will miss her kindness, love and friendship! Rest In Peace Thea Irene! We love you!
Kathy Miradakis Chu (Cousin)
May 26, 2020, 12:00 am
So sorry to hear of Irene’s passing. I loved seeing her when I came down to visit. She was so good to our mom in her last years. I loved Irene’s sense of humour and I wish I could be there to give all the family a hug. You are all in my prayers. Irene will be missed – Memory Eternal â¤ï¸
Darren Koutelas (Nephew)
May 26, 2020, 12:00 am
Our warmest thoughts and prayers to my cousin and his family. Our Heavenly Father has brought another angel home. I will miss you theia Irene, Darren & Debra Koutelas
Kathy Miradakis Chu (Cousin)
May 26, 2020, 12:00 am
So sorry to hear of Irene’s passing. I loved seeing her when I came down to visit. She was so good to our mom in her last years. I loved Irene’s sense of humour and I wish I could be there to give all the family a hug. You are all in my prayers. Irene will be missed – Memory Eternal â¤ï¸
Dave Springmann (Friend of her son)
May 26, 2020, 12:00 am
I have many fond memories of Irene as I grew up with her son in Gary. The family is in my thoughts and prayers.
AngelineChamberlain (Friend)
May 26, 2020, 12:00 am
Dave and I send our sincere sympathy to the family. Irene was such a nice,warm person, always a smile on her lovely face. May her Memory be ever Eternal. She will be missed by many.