Michael Christopher Pappis

Michael Christopher Pappis obituary, Medina, TN

Michael Christopher Pappis

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Michael Pappis Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Medina Funeral Home & Cremation Service on Feb. 27, 2026.
Michael Christopher Pappis, age 40, passed away on February 19, 2026.

He was born on August 2,1985, in Austin, Texas to Patrica Pappis and Nick Pappis.

Michael is survived by three sons, Major, Titus, Windsor, and a baby on the way; sister, Elizabeth Hollenbaugh (Aaron), their son, Lazarus; and four brothers, Jonathan, David, Victor, and Joseph Pappis. Also David's son, Wilson.

He is also survived by his uncles, Rod Staton and Mark Staton; aunt, Joan Staton; and many cousins and family.

A funeral service will be held at 12:00 P.M. on Saturday, February 28, 2026, in the chapel of Medina Funeral Home with burial to follow at Hopewell Cemetery.

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Upcoming Events

Feb

28

Funeral service

12:00 p.m.

Medina Funeral Home & Cremation Service

302 W Church Ave, Medina, TN 38355

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Only 3 hours left for delivery to next service.