Milton "Milt" Pappas, 76, legendary Chicago Cubs, Baltimore Orioles, Cincinnati Reds and Atlanta Braves Pitcher, passed away on April 19. Milt was born May 11, 1939 in Detroit, Michigan. Beloved husband of Judi (Bloome) Pappas, cherished father of Alexandria (Patrick) Arlis, Steven (Joanne) Pappas and the late Michelle Pappas. Adored grandfather of Devi, Brittany, Rachel, Jessica and Emersyn. Milt was also preceded in death by his parents Eva and Steven, and brothers Gus and Perry (Joyce). Visitation will be from Saturday, April 23 from12 noon until 7:00 p.m. at Hack Funeral Home, 753 Hodges St., Beecher. (708) 946-2161 (hackfuneralhome.com) The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations in Milt's name be made to Alicias' House Food Pantry, PO Box 1232, Beecher, Illinois, 60401.

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Published by SouthtownStar on Apr. 21, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Milton Pappas

47 Entries

Harry Simpson

April 19, 2019

Godspeed Milt, and thank you for sharing a part of your life with us...

Mike Valle

June 15, 2016

I am deeply saddened by the passing of my favorite Oriole growing up as a kid in Baltimore. Not only did I see Milt pitch at old Memorial Stadium but many times one could run into him in stores or shopping centers around Timonium, Maryland where he and our family lived. He was a nice guy and I was sorry to see him traded.

Rest in peace Milt, I will continue to treasure your baseball cards and other memorabilia that I have accumulated over the years. My sympathies to his family; he was a truly great person.

Fondly, Mike Valle (hondo)

Diamantis Zervos

May 12, 2016

Milt was my inspiration in authoring "Baseball's Golden Greeks"in 1998. Greek-Americans everywhere will always be proud of Milt.
Ted Williams told me of Milt in 1996: "He had a hard throw and was one of the best pitchers in his big league career."

My sincere condolences to his family.
His Memory Will be eternal!
Diamantis (Adam) Zervos

April 27, 2016

My sincere sympathy for your loss,take comfort from God's word and the promises within.

C Dino Pappas

April 26, 2016

Milt you were a good man from top to bottom, and all the way through.
RIP my friend May God Bless you and Keep you Amen.

Bye Milt
Your friend C. Dino Pappas

Kathy Grossmann

April 26, 2016

To Judi and all of Milt's Family:
My sincerest condolences at the passing of Milt last week. I was very foturnate to see him pitch for the Chicago Cubs and was honored to meet him, talk with him and call him a friend. He was truly a geniune man and always a pleasure to see at the Cubs' Conventions and of course at Wrigley Field. We both knew it should have been a "perfect game!" I will miss him and was hoping to attend the services Saturday, however, was unable to get out there. My deepest sympathy to all who mourn his loss. May he rest in in God's loving arms. Amen.
Sincerely,
Kathy Grossmann
Security Service Ambassador - Chicago Cubs

Good times with milt

Daniel Bach

April 25, 2016

John Maser

April 25, 2016

Milt
I will miss our conversations. I was lucky enough to call you a friend.
Rest in peace

Dwayne Bickham,Sr.

April 24, 2016

In God's care, rest in peace.

Lula

April 23, 2016

To Judi and the entire family, I'm very sorry for your loss, but please find comfort knowing God can be a refuge for us during these times (Psalm 9:9)

Spiro Frentzas

April 23, 2016

I am sadden to hear of the passing of Uncle Milt on Tuesday. I was just talking about him to Kerry Wood on Monday and how he gave me my first baseball glove back in 1974. Not that many kids can say they had a baseball legend like Milt Pappas being your pitching coach in high school. I guess dad and Uncle Milt can finally talk baseball again rest in peace uncle Milt.

April 22, 2016

Sorry for your loss, your husband and father death is like you sleeping only God can wake You up from the dead bring back to life . That promise will come true John 5:28

April 22, 2016

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Mary Kusmirek

April 21, 2016

What a wonderful, humble man, who's gift of baseball memories is but one aspect of why he will be missed.

Cindy Steinhauer

April 21, 2016

Judi and Family,

I met Milt about 10 years ago and we sat and talked for hours when I told him that my Grandmother was a devout Cubs fan and that he was her favorite. I then went to visit him at his home where he signed his books for me and my friends. I will always remember his kindness to me and my dad whenever we got together. He was kind and so loved the game of baseball. May you find peace in knowing that Milt was a true person and in remembering the memories you have with him. My prayers are with you and your family during this hard time.

April 21, 2016

Spent a couple of years learning baseball from the master. Old school all the way.

Rest in Peace, Milt.

Mitch Lopac

Wade Lucas

April 21, 2016

Rest in peace Milt. You were a very good pitcher and a fierce competitor. Your dangling arms on the mound were copied by little league players throughout Chicago. Including this one. I watched your no hitter on that Sunday afternoon the day before the start of the new school year and it pulled me out of the end of summer vacation dumps. May you rest in peace and pitch that perfect game in Heaven.

Mike Dugan

April 21, 2016

Milt was truly an OUTSTANDING pitcher.

As a youngster I was lucky enough to have his baseball cards.

Save a place for me Milt I want to be on your team.

The Pappas family will be remembered in my prayers.

Peace!

April 21, 2016

Extending my sincere condolences to family and friends, especially his wife Judi in your loss of Milt. Although he was a fine ball player he no doubt was a loving husband. So, I say to Judi be strong and appreciate the wonderful memories you shared. This will help fill the void his passing has created.

April 21, 2016

R.I.P. Milt. You were robbed of your perfect game.

Steve and Arlene Biocic

Arlene Biocic

April 21, 2016

Judi, Alex and family, So sorry to hear the news. I was a fan of his when he joined the Cubs!! I'll never forget his no-hitter. I hope now he gets in the Baseball Hall of Fame where he belongs. God's Graces on you all during this sad time. Arlene and Steve Biocic and family

April 21, 2016

So sorry for the loss,may the family have peace...........

michelle plakas-kaiser

April 21, 2016

rip

Kevin Madsen

April 20, 2016

Milt was an outstanding pitcher that I enjoyed as a child.my sincere condolences to his family.

Charles Gatto

April 20, 2016

An outstanding career and a true gentleman.
My only memory of Milt was that he struck me out three times on nine pitches & I don't remember swinging once. Cooley Vs. Cody @ Butzel Field. After the third time, he smiled and said sorry about that. I knew then that he was on a course to the "Bigs"

The Carter Family

April 20, 2016

Milt Pappas was very special and highly respected by baseball lovers everywhere. He continues to be greatly cherished and very, very special in God's eyes. In loving memory of a legend!

Johnny Lane

April 20, 2016

The best coach I've ever had as a baseball player, a wonderful and charming human being. RIP coach!

ShortStop NCC Redbirds '79

Johnny Lane

April 20, 2016

May God rest your kind soul coach! It was a real pleasure to have played for you at North Central College in 1979. Love you!!!

steve pilchen

April 20, 2016

Judi,Alex,and other family.
I am so saddened to learn of Milt's passing.
I will always cherish the memories of
our friendship that began so long ago.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers
at this difficult time.
Love,
"Pilch"

John Vargas

April 20, 2016

God Bless you Mr.Pappas

April 20, 2016

My most sincere condolences to the Pappas family. May you hearts be filled with wonderful memories this man has left behind.

Avelar Family.

Bill Avramides

April 20, 2016

As a fellow Greek-American growing up in the "Golden Age" of baseball, Milt Pappas was one of my heroes. A few years back I wrote to him to let him know how he had a special place in my heart. The photo he signed is a prized possession. RIP Milt. Thank you for the beautiful memories

Nicole Barnes

April 20, 2016

It was an honor to meet Milt and his family. He told me about "the game" with a sparkle in his eyes. My condolences and deepest sympathies for your loss. Milt was a very nice man.

Harry Simpson

April 20, 2016

Thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.

April 20, 2016

My condolences to The Pappas Family. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful emories of joyful times spent together with Milt. Draw close to God and he will draw close to you.

April 20, 2016

I am truly saddened to hear about Milt Pappas' passing. His fine legacy will surely be remembered. May the memory of him live in our hearts and in God's book of life . . .

Frank Wanken

April 20, 2016

Dear Family of Milt Pappas,
As a Baltimore Oriole fan I have always remembered the days he pitched for the Orioles. He was a favorite player in Baltimore and we were so disappointed when he was traded. God Bless Milt.
With Sympathy,

Metropolitan Ephraem Hierarch

April 20, 2016

Milt made us PROUD---Memory
eternal!!!

April 20, 2016

I would like to offer my deep condolences to the Pappas family. May you find peace and comfort in knowing the pain from death of a love one will one day be gone for this has been promised.

April 20, 2016

My condolences to the Pappas Family for the loss of your dear husband, father and friend ~ Milt. May the many fond memories you share of her ease your sorrow (John 3:16) ~ Linda, Queens, NY

John Vargas

April 19, 2016

God Bless you Mr.Pappas

John Vargas

April 19, 2016

Prays for Pappas & Family, you now up there with Ernie and Ron RIP ..

April 19, 2016

Milt was a great ball player, friend and employee. He was always there to lend a hand-
Very saddened by the news...
Ken Fishbein

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