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STEPHEN PAPPAS Obituary
Dr. Pappas graduated from the University of New Hampshire and the University of Vermont College of Medicine. Following his medical training at Mary Hitchcock (Dartmouth) Hospital, he served on active duty in Vietnam as Captain in the Medical Corp of the United States Army.
Dr. Pappas was a general surgeon at Frisbie Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NH for 30 years. He served as Chief of Surgery, a member of the Board of Trustees, and Chairman of the Board. He was awarded the New Hampshire Hospital Association's Medical Staff Award in 1996.
Dr. Pappas served as parish council president of the Dormition of the Virgin Mary Church for many years. He was conferred the title of Archon "Aktourarios" of the Ecumenical Patriarchate by His Eminence Archbishop Iakovos at the Holy Trinity Cathedral in New York.
Dr. Pappas is survived by his daughters Kim (Pappas) Girard and her husband Dr. Mark Girard, Christina Pappas and Stephanie Pappas, his grandchildren Elizabeth Girard and Stephen Girard, his aunt Bessie Valasiadis, and many cousins, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife Olga (Spanos) Pappas, his brother William Pappas, and his aunts Christine Gaitan, Irene Wilson, Pauline Pierrochakow, Mary Perry and Evangeline Bograkos.
Calling Hours are Thursday, July 1, 2021 from 4-7pm at The Dormition of the Virgin Mary Church. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, July 2, 2021 at 11am at The Dormition of the Virgin Mary Church.
Arrangements are being made by Roberge Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Stephen Pappas' name to The Dormition of the Virgin Mary Church, 45 Tates Brook Rd., Somersworth, NH 03878.
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Memories and Condolences
for STEPHEN PAPPAS
Olga Mazzoni
June 22, 2025
Always with strong memories and great compassion
Olga Mazzoni
June 22, 2024
I hope you have found all pieces of the puzzle, so that we can finish together what we have started with lot of fun, and salute those nice summer days plenty of joy and serenity. Thank you for being so gentle and hospital. Thank you for your smile and your presence. Thank you
Dr (COL) Bograkos
June 22, 2023
May his Memory be Eternal
He was "a physician´s physician" and a mentor to many.
Sandra Thompson Grigg
July 10, 2021
I'm sure Steve and Tommy are together again, in their assigned places but without scapels this time. My dad adored Stephen; I know he was no doubt.overwhelmed. Kim, would you please send me your mailing address? My address is P O Box 208, New Durham NH 03855. More to say!
Cathy Burns
July 7, 2021
To the Pappas Family:
On behalf of a grateful nation, and the Department of NH, VFW/Auxiliary District #7, we wish to acknowledge your loved one's service to our country, and send our deepest condolences on your loss.
District #7 Chaplain
Marya Papadinis Bakas
July 4, 2021
My sincere condolences on Steve's passing. My Yiayia, Froso Houhoulis,
was his Nouna. We always enjoyed the company of the "Somersworth cousins." May his Memory be Eternal.
"Cookie" Bakas
Plymouth, MA
Dennis Graham
July 3, 2021
Christina and Stephanie. I am very sorry to hear about the passing of your father. My sincerest condolences to you and your family.
Dennis
Julie Tremblay
July 2, 2021
I had the pleasure of working with Dr Pappas at Frisbie. Not only was he a skilled surgeon but a genuinely nice person. He had a kind word for everyone. Rest In Peace Dr Pappas. You will be missed.
Deborah Yurick
July 2, 2021
So sorry to see this, know that we are sending you all love and prayers. So many memories of Christmas celebrations at your home, laughter and family. love you all! Deb and Steve Yurick
Debra Dupuis
July 2, 2021
I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Pappas in the Operating Room at Frisbie. He was a wonderful, and skilled surgeon. He had a great sense of humor and jolly laugh. His female patients fell in love with his kind caring manner and good looks. Rest in peace Doctor Pappas. Thank you for all your care.
Pauline Lang Herlihy
July 1, 2021
To The Pappas Family,
I was a new RN in 1979. Dr. Pappas was always patient and willing to teach. He was a staff favorite.I have no doubt that throughout the years, he touched the lives of many. What a wonderful human being.
Bograkos, COL, MC, FS, USA
July 1, 2021
Dr. Pappas served as a Combat Surgeon in Vietnam. After Serving his country he returned to New Hampshire to Serve his church and his community. His Memory will be Eternal. Heroes live within us. Welcome Home Son
Selina Koutoulakos
June 30, 2021
May his memory be eternal
Robert and Elizabeth Langelier
June 30, 2021
Kim, Christina, and Stephanie,
We are saddened to hear of the passing of your father.
He was a master of his craft in the medical field; a gentle and compassionate man who will be lovingly remembered by both of us
Rest in peace, Dr. Pappas
Elaine & Val Deschenes
June 30, 2021
Our deepest sympathy to the family. Your dad was one of the most caring and compassionate person we had the privilege of knowing. He saved our daughter many years ago and from there we began to know that God gave is a purpose in life and he lived it to the fullest always putting himself last. May He take you to His heavenly place Steve, your Purpose Driven Life is complete.
The Polychronopoulos Family
June 30, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. Dr. Pappas was a kind, caring person who always greeted you with his warm smile. May his memory be eternal.
Jacqueline Peters.....former patient
June 30, 2021
Most admired and also most compassionate surgeon in his time. He will surely be missed. Rest in peace Dr. Pappas.
Jay Mireault
June 29, 2021
A better doctor, a greater surgeon, and a finer man, this world will never know. He was a trusted colleague and a close friend to my father, and he brought healing to so many. He was loved, and will be deeply missed.
Catherine and Peter Karalis
June 29, 2021
Kim, Christine, Stephanie. I´m so very sorry to hear of your dad´s passing. Although I´m unable to attend my thoughts and prayers are with your family. It´s been many, many years since I´ve seen you all when you lived on Maple in Somersworth I do remember you. Your dad was a very special person. He had a great smile!! May his memory be eternal
John Riley and Greg Norek
June 29, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss of your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Olga Mazzoni
June 29, 2021
A wonderful person, sunny and of great humanity and sensitivity. A true lord. I will always keep an indelible memory.
charlene whitehouse
June 29, 2021
Rip doc, you are one of the best surgeons in my lifetime, saved my dads life,and helped my family many times!!My sympathies to your whole family..Rip,and fly with the angels!!!
VS Thieme, DO
June 29, 2021
When one does good work, one lives eternal through the work. What Dr Stephen Pappas did with his life is inspirational.
Cynthia Abbott
June 29, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Kristen (Couture) Aleva
June 29, 2021
My deepest sympathy in your loss. Dr. Pappas was so special to my family, especially my grandmother. May he Rest In Peace and comfort as he has helped so many in his life.
Debbie Mattis
June 29, 2021
Sorry for your loss. We always enjoyed him coming in
at Janetos getting holiday meat for the family dinners.
Always a smile and kind. He will be missed until we meet
again in heaven. God Bless.
Jan (Papatones) and Ron Crowley
June 28, 2021
Our sincere condolences to Doc Pappas´s family. He was a wonderful doctor and highly respected man - a credit to the community.
May his memory be eternal.
Bograkos family
June 28, 2021
Memory Eternal
2 Timothy 4:7-8
Nicholas Xenos
June 28, 2021
I have lost one of my greatest friends. We started our friendship in the first grade and through school were like brothers, even on to UNH where Sonny graduated and went on to medical school. So many fond memories of 92 Washington St. His family and numerous aunts were my family and my aunts also. My condolences to his daughters. R.I.P. my friend.
Jim and Nancy Childs
June 28, 2021
Our deepest sympathy to Dr. Pappa´s family. Having been former patient´s of his we have the highest regard for him. He treated us as if he had known us for years and made us feel more relaxed. Excellent bedside manor. May God be with you at this time. "May he fly like an Eagle fly like a Dove as he watched over the ones that he loves." RIP
Betty Clark
June 28, 2021
My deepest sympathy to your family, I worked with Dr. Pappas at Frisbie many years ago on Spaulding. I always look forward to the wonderful smile and big hug each time I so him.
Elaine Shepard
June 28, 2021
Stephanie, Kim, Christina & family,
We are very sad to hear of the passing of your father. He was a wonderful man who was my neighbor for many years as well as my surgeon. I'll never forget his charming ways and wonderful smile. You all had such a close knit relationship with him that you can all remember all the great memories you shared with him. May those times sustain you in the upcoming days & years ahead. He's now at peace with the Lord our God. God Bless you all.
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