Stella L. Couris

Beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend;

Stella L. (Stamas) Couris, 84, of San Diego, California, formerly of Lowell, died Monday, December 14, 2020 at St. Paul’s Villa in San Diego, CA after a long illness.

She was the loving wife of the late Theodore E. Couris, who died April 22, 2018.

Born in Lowell, Massachusetts, January 1, 1936, a daughter of the late Leonidas and the late Esther (Kostalakos) Stamatakakos, she attended Lowell schools and was a graduate of Lowell High School. She went on to attend Merrimack College.

Prior to her marriage, she worked for Uhl Associates.  Later she was a homemaker until returning to the workforce as a legal secretary in the Ulster County (NY) Public Defender's Office.

Stella and her husband lived in Kingston, New York for over 30 years and were quite active in the community. She was a past President of the PTA at Myer Elementary School in Hurley, NY and was a past President of the former Home for the Aged in Ulster County.   In addition, she served as the President of the Philoptochos Society of St. George Greek Orthodox Church in Kingston, NY.

She is survived by her son Michael T. Couris MD and his wife Erika (Paraskevopoulos) Couris of La Jolla, CA, a granddaughter Katelyn Couris of La Jolla; two grandsons Theodore Couris of La Jolla, CA and Matthew Couris of Hawthorne, NJ; a brother Harry Stamas and his wife Christine of Tyngsboro; a brother James and his wife Ann of Lowell, and several nieces and nephews.

Stella was also the sister of the late George Stamas, her twin, and the late Peter Stamas. Her son Matthew George predeceased her.

. Those wishing may make contributions in her memory to the Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church, Fr. John Sarantos Way, Lowell, MA 01854. Arrangements by the O’DONNELL FUNERAL HOME - LOWELL- MA – 978-458-8768.

Jose Nieves

Beloved father, grandfather and brother
 

Jose Nieves, 63, of Lowell, died unexpectedly on Friday November 20, 2020 at his home.
 Born in Utuadi, Puerto Rico, October 7, 1957, a son of the late Louis C. and Ramona (Arteaga) Nieves, he moved  to Lowell at an early age and received his education in the Lowell schools system.
Prior to his retirement, Jose was a warehouse worker at the former Joan Fabrics in Lowell for several years.
Among his many interests, he enjoyed spending time with his family, playing dominos, and he loved to dance.
Jose is survived by seven children Jose Nieves, Jr. of Worcester, Delia Nieves of Lowell, Tania Nieves of Lowell, Naiomi Nieves of Lowell, Miriam Nieves of Florida, Olga Berrio of Lowell and Silvia Berrio and her husband Ronnie of Westford, MA; many grandchildren; two sisters Nilsa Rodriguez of CT and Sonia Nieves of Lowell; a brother Hector Velazquez of Lowell; many nieces and nephews.
 Due to gathering restrictions, all funeral services were held privately for the family. A Celebration of his Life will be held at a later date. E-condolences at www.odonnellfuneralhome. Arrangements by the O’DONNELL FUNERAL HOME – LOWELL, MA – (978) 458-8768.

Charles F. Ravagni, Jr.

 
Beloved father, grandfather, brother and friend.

 
Charles F. “Charlie” Ravagni, Jr., 73, of Lowell, passed away peacefully Monday November 30, 2020 at the Palm Center in Chelmsford, MA.
 
Born in Arlington, Massachusetts, December 26, 1946 son of the late Charles F. and the late Grace (Aveni) Ravagni, he attended Wilmington schools and was a graduate of Wilmington High School in 1964.
 
Charlie went on to attend U/Mass Lowell where he received his Bachelors of Science Degree in Plastics Engineering. 
 
A veteran of the Navy, he proudly served his country as a member of the US Naval Reserve.
 
Charlie worked at Sweetheart Plastics, Gloucester Engineering and was a Plastics Engineer with Nova Chemicals for many years prior to his retirement.
 
Among his many interests, Charlie was a small Aircraft Pilot, avid golfer, sports enthusiast  and enjoyed his Wilmington High School “mini reunions”. However, his greatest joy was spending time with his family and grandchildren.
 
Charlie is survived by his daughter Caroline C. Sheehan and her husband Timothy of Lowell; two grandsons Graham T. Sheehan and Rory T. Sheehan; a brother George Ravagni and his wife Susan of Wilmington; a sister Donna Palmariello and her husband Vincent of Derry, NH; his good friend and former wife Maryalyce Ravagni of Tewksbury, former sisters in law Patricia Nichols of Charlestown and Cathy Ronan of Lowell; several nieces, nephews and cousins.   
 
He was the brother of the late Inez Fresolo.
 
Private services were held for the family. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. E-condolences at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Those wishing may make contributtions in his memory to the Alzheimer’s Foundation. Arrangements by the O’DONNELL FUNERAL HOME – LOWELL, MA (978) 458-8768.

Frances Patsourakos

Beloved sister, aunt and cousin;

Frances Patsourakos, a member of a well-known Lowell family, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 19, 2020, at D’Youville Senior Care.

Frances was born in Lowell, Massachusetts, on November 9, 1927, the daughter of the late Peter K. and the late Demetroula (Troubataris) Patsourakos.

Frances attended Lowell schools, graduated from Lowell High School, where she was part of the Girl Officers Regiment, and went on to graduate from Boston University with a Bachelor of Arts degree, majoring in Elementary Education.  She furthered her education at Columbia University in New York City, the Graduate School of Education, pursuing a Master’s degree in the School of Administration and Guidance.

Ms. Patsourakos was employed throughout her entire professional career by the Town of Wakefield School System. She began as an Elementary School teacher and later went on to be the Director of the Guidance Department.  She was dedicated to education and especially to her students.  Her commitment was reflected in her willingness to always assist her students to achieve their goals.

Frances’s love and devotion to family brought her great joy.  Holidays and special occasions always found the family gathered in her home with continuous conversations, much laughter and, of course, an abundance of “Greek” food.  Her loss is profound to those who loved her, but her life lessons will endure.  Her warm smile, gentle ways and kindness will always be remembered by those who knew her.

She was a lifelong member of the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Lowell where she played the organ in her youth, a member of the Ladies Philoptochos Society, Daughters of Penelope, Hellenic Culture and Heritage Society, and the Retired Teachers Association of Massachusetts.  She was also a member of the Merrimack Repertory Theater, the Whistler House Museum, Brush with History, Gamma Phi Beta Sorority, and several other civic organizations.

Frances is survived by her brother, George P. Patsourakos and his wife Elaine; her beloved niece, Diedra Mangiavas Wolfe; a special cousin, George Scagos; as well as many nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, godchildren, and two sisters-in-law, Beverly Patsourakos and Lillian Patsourakos.

She was predeceased by her three sisters, Mary Patsourakos, Xanthe “Pat” Mangiavas, and Anne Hatziolos; three brothers, James P. Patsourakos, Attorney Vasillios P. Patsourakos, and Attorney Charles P. Patsourakos; a sister-in-law, Emelia (Saxonis) Patsourakos;

two brothers-in-law, George R. Mangiavas and Basil Hatziolos; and two special cousins, William Scagos, and Cynthia (Scagos) Natsios.

The family would like to thank D’Youville for the dedicated care that was provided to Frances while she resided there.

Funeral services were held privately for her family. Those wishing may make contributions in her memory to the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 62 Lewis Street, Lowell, MA 01854. E-condolences at  www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by the O’DONNELL FUNERAL HOME – LOWELL – MA (978) 458-8768.