

He was born in Koupia, Greece on September 18, 1948 and later moved to America in 1955.
Jim graduated from Pioneer High School in 1968 and married the love of his life, Kathryn J. Leonard in Ann Arbor Michigan on November 28, 1971. His was an entrepreneur in the restaurant industry in Michigan and Arizona.
Jim was a beloved Greek Orthodox Christian who had a passion for helping people and sharing his blessings with all the people he met. He loved traveling to Greece where he restored his childhood home and enjoyed many cherished memories with family and friends. He is survived by Kathy, his loving wife of over 54 years, his sister Lula Koutoulas (George), his sisters in law Panayiota, Ekaterina, Nancy (Dan), his brothers in law Jim (Sheryl) and Paul (Susan). He is also survived by 10 nieces and nephews, 9 great nieces and nephews and 2 Godchildren.
Visitation will be held at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 1973 E Maryland Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85016, US, on April 14, 2026, from 9:00 am to 10:00 am, followed by the Funeral Service at the same location from 10:00 am to 11:00 am.
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A Committal Service will take place at Green Acres Mortuary & Cemetery, 401 North Hayden Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85257, US, on April 14, 2026, from 12:30 pm to 1:00 pm.
In lieu of flowers, the family request that contributions be made to the church.
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