Theodore Gailan

Theodore “Ted” Gailan, age 69. Beloved son of the late George and Penelope Galanopoulos. Loving brother of Dean (Christine) Galanopoulos. Dear uncle of Alexandra (Jaysen) Euler, George, and Stephen Galanopoulos. Loving grand-uncle to Dean Euler.

Ted was an avid White Sox fan, golf enthusiast and unrelenting criminal lawyer. May he rest in peace with God in the arms of his parents.

Special thanks to Nick Contos for being Ted’s caregiver and constant companion the last few months; and to Greg Contos for always being there for him.

Family and friends will meet Wednesday, July 14, 10AM-11AM at Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, 601 S. Central, Chicago, IL. Funeral service to begin at 11AM. Interment to follow at Elmwood Cemetery, 2905 Thatcher Avenue, River Grove, IL. In lieu of flowers, donations in Ted’s memory to the charity of your choice. Arrangements by Memory Eternal Funeral Directors, Ltd., 847-375-0095.

May His Memory Be Eternal.

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