Obituary of James Likoudis

Noted Catholic author James Likoudis went to his eternal reward on September 3rd, 2024 at the age of 95.

As a convert from Greek Orthodoxy, he was an internationally known apologist and historian who dedicated his life to reconciling his Eastern Orthodox brethren with the Catholic Church Jesus Christ founded. He was a former college history and Government instructor and received an honorary Doctorate of Divinity from Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit (2020). James Likoudis served for more than 25 years at the lay apostolate Catholics United for the Faith (CUF). He wrote and lectured widely on ecumenism, religious education, liturgy, sex education, family life, and the role of the laity in the Church. His many books include The Pope, the Council, and the Mass; The Divine Primacy of the Bishop of Rome and Modern Eastern Orthodoxy; Letters to a Greek Orthodox on the Unity of the Church; Eastern Orthodoxy and the See of Peter: A Journey towards Full Communion; Ending the Byzantine Greek Schism; and Heralds of Catholic Russia: Twelve Spiritual Pilgrims from Byzantium to Rome.

James and his wife (deceased) Ruth, were married for 70 years and had 6 children: Therese (Johnny) Williams, Paul (deceased) (Paulette) Likoudis, Mark (Kathryn) Likoudis, Celine (Mark) Schanzer, Catharine (Thomas) Kader, and Margaret (David) Byerley. He is survived by 35 grandchildren and 47 great grandchildren and brother Michael Likoudis.

A graveside service will be held on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 1:00 pm at Montour Cemetery, Mill St. (Upper Entrance), Montour Falls, NY. In lieu of flowers please make contributions to Assumption Grotto Church, 13770 Gratiot Ave., Detroit, MI 48205.