I cannot overstate how much Nick and Olympia have meant to me, my late wife and my family over many years. We will miss his smiling face! Our thoughts are with the family.

- Larry Pike, Atlanta and Tybee Island, Georgia

Nick was a wonderful person and a friend ,may he rest in peace.

- Anthony Alfonso, Savannah, Georgia

I first met Nick and Vas when they were building Olympia on the inside, usually around 2 or 3 a.m.. I was a cop then and River Street was my beat. I remember stopping in to meet them both. Little did I know it would spawn a close personal friendship between us for over 30 years. I grew to know the family as the years passed. I am very saddened by the passing of Nick Pappas, I feel as if I've lost a family member. I will always remember Nick as being a smart, witty, very hard working, dedicated man. He was laser focused on his family, friends, and his business. But somehow, he was never too busy to say Hello and share a laugh with everyone. I am happy to have known Nick Pappas, and I will miss him very much.

- Charlie Fields, Bluffton, SC

I am deeply saddened by the passing of Nick. He will truly be missed by the many patrons who grew to love him and his business partner in their adopted home. I met Nick after he moved to Savannah. I worked for the City of Savannah as Central Services Director and was the liaison when they decided to establish a restaurant on River Street. He and Vas worked hard to develop an iconic establishment that soon became a Savannah tradition for many families and friends. On behalf of my family, we are grateful that God allowed our paths to cross and we were blessed to have known this Savannah servant.

- Carolyn Bell, Savannah, Georgia

Rest in peace my friend. Prayers for your family and friends.

- Trundle, Rincon, GA

What a lovely tribute to an even lovelier man may God wrap his loving arms around you and give you the peace that passeth all understanding. Fly high my friend. Thank you for treating me like family. I will never forget the impact you have had on me. Love, Ladinna.

- Ladonna Johnson, Warner Robins GA, GA

I'm so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.

- Anna Tompkins, Savannah, Georgia

Nick was truly one of a kind. He was somehow able to manage being one of the hardest working men I have very met and one of the best dads I have ever met, all at the same time. His family loved him dearly, and I believe that is one of the biggest accomplishments one can achieve. He always made me feel like family when I was around, and I am so grateful that I got a moment to know him. His presence and energy will forever be missed. I pray that his entire family will always cherish what time they had with him, especially in moments of sorrow. My sincerest condolences to Mrs. Laura, Jackie, Collette, his beautiful Grand Children, and everyone else he leaves behind. ~Olivia Johnston

- Olivia Johnston, Madison, GA

Nick was a dear friend from Detroit to Savanah. The Olympia Cafe was dear to our hearts and the friendships and food just grew together. A life well-lived for all to relish.

- The Boggs Family, Savanah , Georgia

Rest in Peace, Nick. You were an amazing guy with some great stories.

- Garry Patrick, Savannah, GA

Jackie, my heart is with you and your family. Your dad was a truly special man, and I know how much he meant to you. I hope you feel surrounded by love and support in the days ahead. Sending you all my love and deepest sympathy.

- Frances Abrams, Savannah, Ga

Jackie, We are so sorry for the loss of your beloved father. During this time, may you feel the love and support of your SFPS family surrounding you. We're thinking of you, lifting you in prayer, and sending our heartfelt condolences.

- Savannah Facial Plastic Surgery, Savannah, GA

Nick was part of a generation that cannot be replaced. He had such a wonderful presence and caring soul that touched the lives of everyone he encountered. Over the years Nick has shared many stories and an immense amount of advice that will carry on into the far future with me. I am sure many more feel the same. As one of our favorite customers, Nick was a true friend, he will be missed terribly. I can only imagine the void that will be left behind for his family. Like the passing of a ship in the night, his wake will carry on in our memory forever. My heart goes out to his wonderful wife and family. The Olympia Cafe will always be a great way to remember this wonderful man and the path he built for us to follow.

- Rob Parker , Savannah, GA

Dear Laura and the extended Pappas family: Please accept our deepest sympathies, condolences and prayers on the recent and sudden passing of Nick. May his soul Rest In Peace.

- Christopher Desa, Savannah, Georgia

So sorry to learn of Nick's passing. I have always loved his restaurant, the food and the staff. When I worked part-time in an office that was above the cafe, I would often skip lunch to have a take-out supper from the Olympia to enjoy as I worked. The gyros were the best!

- Beth Donnelly, Savannah, GA

While Wayne had known Nick for many years selling food to him for his business and became a friend, I only knew him a short time of about 25 years. He was an extremely kind and generous soul. We will miss his presence every time we visit Olympia Cafe in the future. Rest in peace our dear friend.

- Wayne and Sally Best, Guyton, GA

Laura. Colette and Jackie We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Nick. He was the kindest person .He always asked for Amanda. Guess he never forgot people and there names. I am praying for you . Sending a big hug. Kristina Tommy Hanna Davis. Chris Stephens and Amanda Stephens

- Kristina Davis, Savannah, Georgia

Nick was a very special human. A very caring and generous person. Always willing to share. He took the time and taught me Opa, flaming cheese that I always credid Nick. RIP chef

- Tony Biggs, Medina , Ohio

A candle has been lit!

Nick was not only a neighbor, he was family to my wife & I and I and our two children, we will always miss you Uncle Nick

- William Grayson Christopher, Savannah, GA

Sending my sympathy to Nick's friends and family. He was a River Street staple and one of my favorite parts of downtown. He will be missed. May his legacy of good food and warm hospitality forever be a part of our city. I will keep you all in my prayers.

- Tina Hinson Mock, Savannah, GA

One of the first people I think of when I hear the word Savannah.. much love and respect

- Randall Huff, Sharpsburg, GA

Nick was always the perfect gentleman and host; always happy to send something special to the table just to make sure you had a great time. Many meals were spent with friends and family members we took to experience The Olympia Cafe who marveled at the way he made them feel as if they had been friends for life. One night he told me of a package he had received naming The Olympia as one of the top 10 percent of restaurants worldwide, as voted on by the readers of Conde Nast Magazine. I asked him if he had paid Conde Nast. He said he didn't even know who they were. We agreed the award needed to be on the wall, rather than his desk. I will always remember Nick as the perfect gentleman and businessman. I will miss him when I visit The Olympia.

- Julian Miller, Savannah, GA

Nick was a beautiful, kind and sweet person. He will be missed by so many. He had a great sense of humor and wit. He loved his wife and daughters. We met him decades ago at the Olympia Cafe. He always treated us as family. We are thinking of his beloved Laura, of Jacqueline, Colette, his grandchildren, and his Olympia family. We are very sorry for your loss.

- Olga & Erik Nordenhaug, Savannah, GA

Being in a relationship with a Greek-American, we (of course) found the Olympia Cafe as soon as we moved to SAV. It has always been a special place where we could enjoy an authentic meal and the hubby could flex his Greek fluency, but what we never really expected was to taken in by Nick and Vasili and treated like extended family while we were there. They saw us through college graduations, our marriage, our growing family -- always with compassion, love and food with the wink, wink, nudge, nudge, Greek "discount." Nick even gave our daughter Zoe a job on the ice cream side of the restaurant when she was in college just because she was family. So, it is with great sadness that we learn of Nick's passing. A gentle giant with a work ethic that was beyond reproach and a love for welcoming guests into the restaurant and making them feel like family. His legacy will live on in our hearts forever and definitely heaven is eating well now.

- The Huddleston/Caraviello Family, Savannah, GA

Mr. Pappas was such a delightful man who was so proud of his children, Colette and Jackie, who I became close with highschool and college. My deepest condolences to you and your family!!

- Jenna Yarbrough Miller, Savannah, GA

My condolences

- Phillip Breedlove, Savannah, GA

Dear Sweet Laura, You have lost a wonderful husband, Colette and Jackie have lost their dad, and we have lost a dear good friend. Please know that our family consider ourselves blessed to have been closest friends for over many long years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire Pappas family. With deepest sympathy and love.

- Theresa and David Myers, Savannah, GA