Michael Patatoukos was born on September 22nd, 1951, on the island of Symi, Greece. He passed away on January 12th, 2026, in Tarpon Springs, Florida, surrounded by his loving family.

He is survived by his beloved wife Theodora, his three children, Emmanuel, Angela, and Maria; his four grandchildren Kaliope, George, Michelle, and Yianni; his siblings Stavros Patatoukos, Sotirios Patatoukos, Maria Kafieris, Anastasia Adamopoulos and Georgia Bakalis; as well as his nieces and nephews.

To know Michael Patatoukos was to know unconditional love. His children were his greatest pride, and being a “Papou” to his grandchildren brought him immense joy.

One of his greatest pleasures was tending his vegetable garden, a place where he found peace, purpose, and happiness.

Michael will be remembered for his deep devotion to his family, his warm hospitality to all who entered his home, his unmistakable charm and humor, and of course, his green thumb.

He is missed beyond measure, but he remains with us—in memory, in love, and in every garden that grows.