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CHANGE OF VENUE. There will be a celebration of life on Sunday, July 19, 2020 at CORTESE BANQUET HALL, 1300 Sheridan Road, Kenosha at 12 pm.
George M. Kopulos
July 19, 1946-June 21, 2020
A bright light went dim in our lives when George M. Kopulos, 73, was killed while riding his motorcycle. Born July 19, 1946 to the late Albert and Beatrice (Anton) Kopulos, he lived most of his life in Racine, graduating from Park High School. Early on he developed his love for live music, spending some years in California going to Whiskey-A-Go-Go and other clubs to see Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Led Zeppelin, and other legends. George loved rock and roll and spent hours playing his drums. He supported local bands and could be found sitting in on a jam session with several of Racine’s talented musicians. Along with his wife Bonnie, they attended numerous concerts throughout Wisconsin. Together they enjoyed traveling to island destinations and across the USA. George had a love for classic muscle cars, especially his ’67 GTO as well as his custom Harley. He enjoyed going to local car and bike shows winning numerous prizes. Beyond all the trophies he loved his fellow enthusiasts. George looked forward to seeing all the regulars and meeting new people.
He had a larger than life personality, loved to laugh, tell stories, and reminisce with friends. George was well known as co-owner/operator of the Corner house Restaurant. He took great pride in carrying on his father’s legacy and went out of his way to make sure his many loyal customers were satisfied. During his years at the Corner House he served many Green Bay Packer greats as well as other notable public figures. George loved all sports and he and Bonnie attended many games, always looking for a stadium to visit while traveling. He shot pool on varies leagues in Racine and Kenosha and was known to play a hand or two of blackjack at the casino. After his retirement in 2018, he spent time with his family, especially his grandchildren whom he adored and were with him at shows as well as annual trips to the Dells.
George will be missed by his wife Bonnie, daughter Katie Mueller, granddaughters Madalynn and Lindsay Mueller. Also survived by brother John, nephew Greg (Valeria) Kopulos, niece Stephanie (Chad) Schultz; nephew Mike Grzyb, niece Layne (Pat) Cain; father-in-law Gordon Dummer (Nancy), brothers-in-law Michael and Steven (Linda) Dummer, Bonnie’s nieces and nephews; Mike, Kristin, Kelli, Stephanie, Cody, and Sarah. Other family and friends too numerous to mention! Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Carole Allen, son Jonathan Mueller, sister-in-law Lori (Dummer) Aubey, mother-in-law Barbie Dummer.
George, you will be missed beyond words and never forgotten by those whose lives you touched in some way. You had the unique ability to make everyone feel special.
CHANGE OF VENUE. There will be a celebration of life on Sunday, July 19, 2020 at CORTESE BANQUET HALL, 1300 Sheridan Road, Kenosha at 12 pm.
Anonymous says
Steve and Kathleen Hesse
Kathy Tregoning says
I am so sorry Bonnie – this is proof he only takes the best!
Jayne Thompson and kids says
My dear friend! Ty for all of the wonderful memories ! For the many laughs and all of the long talks we shared ! You will be so missed by so many but just thanking God for knowing you! God speed my friend ! Loving you always ! Jayne and the kids ❤️
Jammer HRMC says
See you on the other side George.
Jackie Engel says
Rest In Peace my dear friend. 😓.💔
It was a pleasure to have known you, and the memories of you will be cherished by many. Sending prayers for healing and strength to all family and friends.🙏🏼
Mike & Shari Stefani says
Bonnie & Family, Our thoughts and prayers are With you .🙏🏻❤️
Michael DeGroot says
I have not seen George in decades but his influence has lived with me for the past fifty years, when I first met him. His passion for music turned into my passion. The patchouli and Aramis has been mine every day. God bless George and his family.
Denise Prough says
So very sorry for your loss George was a great guy! Your family is in my prayers. 💔
Marco A Giron says
Rest in peace my friend will miss you.m
Dave and Betsy Lightfield says
Sorry for your loss, may God bless you!
Annette Thibodeault (Tempesta) says
You have my sympathies.
Ronn & Lynn Brown says
Bonnie, our hearts are heavy with sadness, George was a GREAT man and will be deeply missed! Our thoughts and Prayers are with you and all of your family! May we all find happiness in our memories!
Mickey Maas says
Bonnie – I’m so very sorry for your loss. George would always mention he still had the motorcycle that Greg painted for him years ago. They are riding together in our heavenly skies. Stay strong and cherish the good times and memories.
Cathy Lambeth says
So sorry for your loss.
Bobby and Kim Sellers and family says
A very good friend before during and after my working at the Corner House. Prayers for the family. We love you BONNIE always.
John Cihler says
Till we meet again
Rick and Heather Schaefer says
Bonnie … You are in our thoughts and prayers! We are here if you need us! ❤️
Julie Neau says
Still cannot fully grasp it but always made me feel like a great asset to the Corner House RIP Boss
Ray & Betty Jean Wilkinson says
Our Condolences in the Lost Of George to Bonnie, John and the other family members! Blessings and Prayers !
Bob Mainland says
You were a good friend.
You will be missed
May God bless and keep you my friend
David Patzke says
A Generous Friend to Many!
You will be Missed my Friend!
Anonymous says
So sorry for your loss prayers
Sherry Gottfredsen says
Bonnie , Thoughts and Prayers to You and Your Family ! So Sorry for Your Loss ! Rest In Peace George !
Joey and Anna LeGath says
Sorry for your loss Bonnie and family. He did have a unique ability to make people feel special. That’s just how we felt every time we saw him. He was a good man. We will miss him.
Marie says
RIH George !!
Jodi Spranger says
Great man that will be missed by all! Prayers for the family💗💗💗
Jim and Jean Veltman says
He lived across the street and he and a Bonnie were great neighbors ! I never went outside without a “Hi George”!! There will be a huge hole in our neighborhood!! Such a fun guy. Heaven will enjoy George Kopulos!! Quite a Guy!!❤️
Marco HRMC says
Till we see each other again I will miss you love always!
Captain Shawn Lyons says
God bless you George
God has a great drummer and great friend
Rose A Moran and Jens Kjaer says
Sending our condolences to your family and friends in this time of sorrow. You will be missed by all of your family and friends.
Warren and Barb Caskey says
Bonnie, so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
Lisa Martinson Burks says
Rest in peace my dearest friend. See you on the other side.
My deepest sympathy Bonnie . ❤
Wayne Lensert says
Sympathies to the family. Knew George since I was about 16. Great drummer rest in peace
Frank Cihler says
We are devastated by our loss. Frank and I will always miss you. George was one of Frank’s best friends in life! RIP brother. Frank Cihler and Cheryl Draves .
Frank Cihler and Cheryl Draves says
We are devastated by our loss. Frank and I will always miss you. George was one of Frank’s best friends in life! RIP brother. Frank Cihler and Cheryl Draves .
Paula Boykin says
Sincere condolences to the family rest in peace George . Paula Lillian and Jeremy Boykin
Scott & Julie Klimek says
I am honored to have had you as our friend. RIH George.
Jamie Anderson says
I haven’t seen you in years but I sure do have a lot of memories with you in them. Thank you for being the person you were. Bonnie my heart goes out to you and the whole family❤️
Anonymous says
Camila Gomez 110 22nd ave Racine,With.
Curt and Judy Kish says
Bonnie – our hearts are broken at the loss of George. He was kind, generous, larger than life, and a very dear friend. His love for you was just tremendous, and we are so sorry for your loss. He will always be in our hearts. ❤️
Carol Vance says
Sooo sorry for your family’s loss, I haven’t seen George for a few years, but last time I seen Bonnie and George both were sweet as ever, loved Going to the corner house with friends, and family. May George Rest In Peace and May Bonnie and family know their in our thoughts and prayers
Cindy and George Tigges says
George and Bonnie are my next door neighbors and great friends. I will miss Seeing and chatting with you, George! Who am I going to share my baking treats with? Love to George, Bonnie, and the girls. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Mark and Laurie csepella says
Oh Bonnie so sorry for your loss. George always had a smile, greeted you like you were a movie star and always was laughing and smiling … he will be so missed
Demetrius Taylor says
Sorry for your lost praying for you and your family in the name of Jesus Christ
Tom Donaldson (TD) says
Very Sorry for Your Loss! I will Miss Him!!
Bonnie &Wayne Johnson says
Bonnie, We’re so very Sorry for your loss. George was a wonderful person and good friend to so many! He will be missed ! Our thoughts and Prayers are with you !🙏🏼 God Bless❤️
Ronald J. Matera says
The kewlest guy from the class of 64 (Park), you left to soon. The world lost some glitter, but it will now be shared with others that left before you.
Curt and Judy Kish says
Bonnie, we are so deeply sorry for your loss. George was such a dear friend, larger than life, and loved you so much. We’ll miss all the good times at the restaurant, car shows, and Jack Daniels… his kindness and generosity will be with us forever.
Carolyn Schetter, Kieffer, Dziekan says
From high school to friday night house parties, scoop the loop, garage bands and hanging out in west racine to special occasion and holiday dinners at the corner house. Thanks for the laughter and memories george. Sincere condolences to the family.
Mark(Janet)Shimkus; Greg Shimkus, and Pat(Shimkus)(Bob) Daniels. says
The Shimkus Family; Mark(Janet) Shimkus, Greg Shimkus, and Patricia (Bob) Daniels; would like to express our deepest sympathies to the family of George Kopulos. It was always nice to be greeted by George at The Corner House because he always had a smile and kind words for our family when we came there for dinner. We all knew George from “way back when.” He will be deeply missed by all.
Wally Rendon says
From the Wally Rendon Family, we offer our most sincere condolences to George’s family, we always enjoyed seeing him when we had supper at the Corner House, he would come out of the kitchen and talk to us at the bar, while waiting to be seated!
I know George enjoyed riding his Harley, as we would see him around town.
May he RIP.
Dennis Thompson says
My prayers to Mr. Kopulos! Thank you for everything you have done for us WPHS 2005
Gary and Emily p e l k y says
George you will truly be missed we had a lot of fun lot of good memories Bonnie I’m so sorry for your loss church as well liked by
Gary and Emily p e l k y says
George you will truly be missed we had a lot of fun lot of good memories Bonnie I’m so sorry for your loss George was very well liked by everybody
Joe Gentile says
George you were a great friend and role model. Thanks for everything
george szat says
Oh georgie..Georgie…life is not the same…
GODSPEED young man…
Godspeed.
Leila (Daniels, Anderson) Phelps says
RIP old friend! I know you’re in good company and now that you’ve had some time to reconnect with all of those who haven’t made it to our WPHS Class of 64′, Reunions, (because they couldn’t,) and there are a lot of them to continue the love and respect you definitely had here! They’ll be as surprised to see you as we were sad to say good bye. Each reunion will be smaller here and larger there until the whole class is attending once again.
Bonnie, I only had the privilege of meeting you at one “Outdoor Music” event. George introduced you as the love of his life! The ear to ear grin and the way he smiled every time he turned to say something or just to look at you said it all. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Vonda and Roger Sczepanski says
RIP my friend; words can’t express the heartache we feel. You will be greatly missed.
Bonnie, we are so sorry for your loss. If you need anything please let us know; we are here for you my friend if you should need anything,
Elena, Ashli, Darienne & Kaeleigh says
Deepest sympathies & prayers Bonnie! The girls & I loved George so much! He will be missed!
Billy and Kim Arnold says
Bonnie,
There are no words to convey what our hearts are feeling. 💔Deepest sympathy–BIG hugs sent your way. May the memories you shared, bring you peace and comfort during this difficult time. We’d like to think George is playing his ultimate gig (and set list) with John Bonham and Jimi Hendrix today! 🎶
Rick and Debby Klinkhammer says
Bonnie, we are so sorry for your loss. George was such a nice man and he will be missed by many. Think I g of you and keeping you in our prayers. ❤ Rick and Debby Klinkhammer
Hendricks family says
Best to you in the after life George.. true one of a kind that will be remembered by so many. My condolences to those you leave behind. You touched so many. Prayers .. God bless and keep you.
FRIENDS of DISTINCTION 🎤 says
THROW THEM 8TH NOTES IN HEAVEN. OUR BROTHER.