Angie Raptis Obituary

Age - 77

September 12, 2023

Fort Wayne, IN

Angie K. Raptis, 77, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Saturday, September 9, 2023. She was born to the late Von and Fani Filippou in Florina, Greece. Angie was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Angie is survived by her husband, Chris Raptis Sr. ; sons, Nico Raptis and Chris Raptis Jr. ; grandchildren, Zoe Marie Raptis, Tomas David Raptis, Alexander Christopher Raptis; sister, Tina (Greg) Doublas; sister-in-law, Ursula Filippou; and several nieces and nephews. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Simeon Filippou. Private family services will be held. Angie will be laid to rest at Concordia Gardens Cemetery.

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