John A

Koukoulas

John Anthony Koukoulas

John lived life with energy, generosity, and a passion for family, classic cars, travel, and dancing. His life was tragically cut short on June 30, 2026, when he was struck by a vehicle.

Born in Jersey City, New Jersey, on February 1, 1950, John was a longtime resident of Ridgefield, where he built a life centered on family, friendship, and the pursuits he loved. He was the beloved husband of Zulema Carbo, whose love and companionship brought him great happiness.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Anthony and Christina, and is survived by his brothers, George, Dean, and Alexander, along with his nieces, nephews, extended family, and many friends who will cherish his memory.

John embraced life with enthusiasm and loved spending time with his family, traveling, and dancing. He had a deep appreciation for all things Greek and took great pride in his heritage, while also feeling completely at home among his beloved Latin family. His warmth, humor, and ability to connect with people from all walks of life left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him. John was also fluent in three languages, English, Greek and Spanish.

A skilled car mechanic by trade, John had a lifelong passion for automobiles. He was especially fond of pre-1980 General Motors vehicles and enjoyed restoring, maintaining, and talking about classic cars. His knowledge, craftsmanship, and love of the hobby were well known among family and friends.

John will be remembered for his generous spirit and the joy he found in sharing time with those he loved. Though his passing was unexpected, the memories he created and the lives he touched will remain with us always.

Family and friends are invited to pay their respects at Macagna Funeral Home on Thursday, July 16 from 4 to 8 pm.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorial donations be made to Saint Basil's Academy (https://sbagoa.org/) in John's memory.