Spiros Nicholas "Bud" Papadakis Jr.

I am deeply saddened to hear about Buddy ( as I knew him) from my childhood . We went thru elementry school and our high school years at Terra Nova High School...I would like to send my condolences to his family and am so sorry for your loss.
I remember hanging around with Buddy and Gary Price... I use to deliver the Pacifica Tribune newspaper early in the morning before shool...Buddy always laughed at me...I remember his smile and always being so kind and smiling always....I am so...

Dad,
Not a day goes by that I dont think of you and miss everything about you (even the things I used to hate about you). You were the most caring man I have ever met, and I know I will never meet anyone who has touched as many lives as you did. No one can ever make me feel more comfortable as you did. Not only were you my dad but you were a role model to so many people. My life will never be the same without you! Sometimes I wonder how I will go on, and then I remember how strong you...

April 02, 2009
My son Danny had wanted to play baseball for a long time and as a single working mom commuting to SF every day I didn't see how I could ever manage getting him to practice, games, etc - I will be forever grateful to Bud for making everything so effortless for me when Danny made his team - he never minded if I was a little late and he was great for my son -- Danny didn't start playing until he was 10 or so and Bud took extra time to teach him the basics and still have fun....

I remember Bud fondly as my son's baseball coach. Brent had a temper and his use of colorful language was handled by Bud in an amazing way. I never forgot it and will remember him for that. He will be missed.

I will always think of Buddy as my 3rd brother. He was always so full of life and laughter. He watched over me many times and now someone is watching over him. Im sure he is putting together a great team up there! I will forever cherish all our memories of growing up in Pacifica with Bud and Lori and all the good times we had. He will never be forgotten and he will always be remembered with a smile! Thanks for the memories! Love to all the Papadakis Family. (Susie Mac)

Bud was a kind of coach that I will never have again. He made the game so much fun in so many different ways and made sure we were never bored in the dugout. His enthusiasm for life, baseball, and the lives of his players will never be forgotten and will always be much appreciated. This summer on the Post 105 Blues was the best summer of baseball I have ever had because of the fun that we had as a group. Bud was a huge part of that. Thanks for the calls at college Bud and making sure I...

Dear Lori, G, Ton, and my loving Godfather Bud-

I love you all unconditionally. You have all been in my life since i was a little girl, and i have shared so many wonderful memories with your family. Bud- you will always be in my heart. You were my godfather and a second dad to me, and a best to my father gerry and my mother jamie. We miss you terribly. Our prayers our with you all. Lots of love,
Chelsea Lewis **

Bud was one of a kind. I know I won't ever know another person like him..he was special to me as he was to many. A real friend for a long time. I have so many great memories. When I first moved to CA, 2000 miles from home at 23 y/o I hardly knew anyone. Lorrie was the first person to befriend me & I felt like I'd known her all my life. She & Bud were such a huge part of my life..always there to support, love & care. No one could make me laugh like Bud & he had the best expressions but he also...