Stephen N Kacoyannakis

Monson- Stephen N. Kacoyannakis, a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away on July 11, 2025, at the age of 53. Born in Springfield, Massachusetts, on December 20, 1971, Stephen was a man of many talents and passions, whose curiosity, satirical sense of humor, snappy jokes, sarcasm and ability to learn anything kept his family and friends smiling, laughing, and shaking their heads throughout his life. 

Stephen took pride in anything he pursued, from photography and restoring antique cars to woodworking and playing pool. He enjoyed nature, often spending time hiking and exploring the great outdoors with his wife and loyal pittie companions, Opal and Ash. From building a giant pond for frogs to listening to all music (except country), he was always up to something and relentlessly worked to accomplish his goals. Stephen would bring to life any idea he and his wife Terri could cook up, fix any car problem his son Kyle brought his way, and go on any wild adventure his daughter Kayli convinced him was a good idea. Stephen was an integral part of his local community, coaching youth athletics guiding kids on and off the field, opening a family business called Kaco Electric Inc. with his wife in 2015, and always helping those when he could. After graduating from Commerce High School in Springfield, he worked diligently to become a journeyman, ultimately earning his Master Electrician license from the State of Massachusetts first and others as the years went on. Stephen mentored anyone who was lucky enough to catch him in the garage, on a job site, on the field, or in the woods. He will be deeply missed. 

Stephen is survived by his devoted wife of 34 years, Terri L (Buckley) Kacoyannakis; his daughter, Kayli Derryberry and her husband Michael of Marlborough, and his son, Kyle Kacoyannakis of Monson. He also leaves his parents Eleftherios Kacoyannakis and Joan Kacoyannakis (predeceased) of East Longmeadow and Mildred Parzychowski-Potter and husband Garry; brother Justin Parzychowski and his wife Tara of West Springfield, and Henry Parzychowski of Florida in addition to many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends he adored. 

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Please reach out to Terri directly for the details.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in memory of Stephen to Pittie Love Rescue in Framingham, MA