Lawrence Poulakos Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Lawrence Poulakos (Cedar Rapids, Iowa), born in Chicago, Illinois, who passed away on August 31, 2024 at the age of 82. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Lawrence Poulakos to pay them a last tribute.
Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Lawrence leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Diamondis "Jim" Poulakos and Jane Filandrinos Poulakos. He is survived by: his wife Carolyn Dunn Foust of North Liberty; his sisters, Patricia Poulakos and Diane Poulakos Prais of Inverness; and his nieces, Sarah Prais (Nick Jadrich) and Olivia Prais Papreck (Sean) of Chicago. He is also survived by his many cousins and friends.
Visitation was held on Thursday, September 5th 2024 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Murdoch-Linwood Funeral Home & Cremation Service (520 Wilson Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404). A prayer was held on Thursday, September 5th 2024 at 7:00 PM at the same location. A funeral service was held on Friday, September 6th 2024 at 10:00 AM at 501 A Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial gifts be made to St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church, 501 A Avenue NE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa or to the Lewy Body Dementia Association (lbda.org/donate).
