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Constantin Papakostas

October 3, 1943 - May 1, 2022

Constantin Papakostas 78, of Fort Myers, FL passed away on Sunday, May 1, 2022. He was born on October 3, 1943, in Kalamata, Greece, a son of the late Nicholas and Anastasia (Tanga) Papakostas. He had been a resident of Fort Myers since 2009 having moved from Riverdale, NY. Constantin served in the Greek Navy and then became a professional soccer player (playing center back position) for the Olympiakos soccer team. He completed his education in Greece and upon moving to New York, Constantin worked in the hospitality industry. He worked as a restaurant manager for many Greek restaurants and diners and was a master butcher. He also worked at the Waldorf Astoria for over 10 years as the director of food inspection. Constantin was a member of the Doxa Soccer Club in New York. He is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Rose F. Papakostas of Fort Myers, FL; beloved daughter, Sofia Z. Papakostas, of Yonkers, NY; his stepchildren Rosie and Radame along with his stepgrandchildren, his two brothers, Peter Papakostas and Billy Papakostas (Katherine) and his three sisters, Voula Politis (Theodore), Barbara Patisteas (Sotiris) and Despina Leventis. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, May 5, 2022, at 12:00 Noon at St. Katherine Greek Orthodox Church 7100 Airport Pulling Rd., Naples, FL 34109. The family will receive friends at the church starting at 10:00 AM until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests a memorial offering to be made in Constantin’s name to St. Katherine Greek Orthodox Church at https://www.stkatherinenaples.org/. To sign his guest register or to leave online condolences please visit www.ShikanyFuneralHome.com. Arrangements are being handled by Shikany’s Bonita Funeral Home Family Owned and Operated Since 1978.

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Constantin Papakostas 78, of Fort Myers, FL passed away on Sunday, May 1, 2022. He was born on October 3, 1943, in Kalamata, Greece, a son of the late Nicholas and Anastasia (Tanga) Papakostas. He had been a resident of Fort Myers since 2009... View Obituary & Service Information

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