1956 - 2020
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Nicholas George Koumantzelis passed away peacefully in Lowell on January 18, 2020, at the age of 63.
Nick was born in Lowell, MA on December 10, 1956. He was the third of six children. Nick was an avid reader and writer. He received a Bachelors Degree from Florida Southern College and Masters in Education from the University of Lowell. Nick was an exceptional athlete who excelled in any sport he tried. Nick loved all sports, especially baseball, and golf. He was a loyal fan of all New England sports teams. He was a charismatic person who could make friends easily.
Nick was predeceased by his mother, Claire in 1995, his father, William in 2018, and his brother, Michael in 1980
He leaves behind four siblings- his two brothers John and wife Jean of Lowell, MA, Tony and wife Barbara of Dracut, MA, Gia and wife Jenny of Bethlehem, NH and Lee of South Dennis, MA. Nick adored his five nieces and nephews: Beth, Kate and her husband Chris Newton, Billy, Michael, and Sarah and one great niece, Olivia Claire Koumantzelis.
Final arrangements have been made through Dolan Funeral Home 106 Middlesex St. Chelmsford, MA 01863. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Nick’s name to Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley through their website (esmv.org) or to the organization of your choice.
Rebecca Hallissy
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Our deepest sympathies to the Koumantzelis family.
Rebecca and Peter Hallissy
Cape Cod
Lynda
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John, Jean and family, we are so sorry to read about the loss of your brother. Sincerely les and Lynda Merrill
Charles
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Tony, Gia, and Koumantzelis family
So sorry to hear of Nicky’s passing.
Super guy who I looked up to at a young age.
He was very nice to my dad every time their paths crossed
Prayers are with you and family.
Chuck Brunelas
Wellington, Fl
Ken Rockhill
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OMG I just found out! I am heartbroken. He was the first friend I made at college and we remained friends throughout the rest of our lives. He turned me onto Kerouac and black olives. I am so sorry for your loss. I considered him to be my brother. He was loved by many people outside of his family. He will be sorely missed.
David Lind
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My deepest sympathies to the Koumantzelis family. Nick was a fraternity brother, but several years ahead of me in school. Prayers for comfort and healing to the family
Florida Southern College
Ken Rockhill
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My tribute to Nick posted on FB: My great friend, Nick Koumantzelis, passed away a few weeks ago. I just found out. I feel like crying but can’t get there, yet. He is one of a few choice gentlemen I think of as my brother.
He was the first friend I truly connected with at college. We were NOT good roommates (lol). He is the only guy I will say was better than me at ping pong. And for me, that is one heck of an admission. Epic battles!!
He walked onto the soccer field a couple of weeks into the season wearing knee pads (chuckles). And even though his skills were not up to par, he had a knack for putting the ball in the goal unlike anyone else with whom I ever played. He was NOT the best player. But he WAS the best scorer.
His life after college was marred by a terrible car wreck shortly after we graduated. He had more hip replacement surgeries than I can recall. He faced amputation of many toes as his circulation failed after so may surgeries!
He knew Jack Kerouac. He showed me the family photographic proof and told me many stories. As a matter of fact, I never heard of Kerouac until I met this guy. Nick had written a novel (unpublished of course) by our freshman year of college!
I loved this guy and shall miss him tremendously. Please say a prayer for the soul of my friend and brother, Nicholas George Koumantzelis. May he rest in peace. He had a very difficult life and he handled it with grace and compassion which I shall always admire.
Joe Sorrentino
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Koumz !
You will be missed but not forgotten!
Proud to have known you.
Anne Voyles
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My thoughts and prayers to the Koumanantzelis family. Nick was a sweet and talented guy that made me smile all throughout my years at Florida Southern College, always a smile on his face. ❤️❤️
Joe Sorrentino
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His eyes, smile and voice showed how much he cared for others around him!
He touched MANY of us with his wit, empathy and knowledge.
Karen Bubas Myers
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Man. This news hit me in the gut. He was so kind and funny. I had many a long talks with him. He and I both majored in Journalism, so we were in several classes together at FSC and usually ate lunch together. He visited my house about 25 years ago and we talked about the day we would die. Here it is fir him. I’m so sorry for the loss of Nick and special thoughts and prayers for the family, TEPS and all of those who felt close to him. May God grant Mercy