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In the summer of 1985, a 17-year-old musician named John P. Katsilieris vanished from his family's home in Oak Park, Illinois. The exact date of his departure is somewhat vague, though it is most frequently cited as August 15, 1985. When he left, John, a tall young man with brown hair and blue eyes, took with him his five guitars, suggesting a purpose behind his journey. It is widely believed that his destination was California, a state often seen as a land of opportunity for aspiring music ...
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Last Seen: Aug 15, 1985

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  • John Katsilieris | International Missing Persons Wiki - Fandom
  • John Katsilieris | State of California - Department of Justice
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