Vassilios Tsaganis

Vassilios Tsaganis, age 72, of Fort Myers, Florida passed away on Wednesday, December 20, 2023. Vassilios was born in Athens, Greece. Vassilios was executive chef and owner of Pastabilities & More restaurant in Fort Myers. He was known as "Bill" to family and friends.

Bill will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 32 years, Deborah; son, Fotios; grandson, Dominic; sister, Stella; brother, Teddy; sisters in law, Colette and Mary; brothers in law, Danny and Kurt; nephews, John, Christian, Frankie; nieces, Kerrie and Colette; great niece, Vivienne. A Celebration of Life will be held on Fort Myers Beach at the end of January 2024, date, time and place will be posted on Pastabilities & More Facebook page.

“My beautiful husband of 32 years has earned his wings. He was the most spectacular man I have ever known. Bill and I shared 32 wonderful years together not only as husband and wife or business partners, but most of all as best friends. When I met him, I was not just attracted to him; I was attracted to his creativity and artistic abilities as the most magnificent chef I have ever known. Before Bill came to America, he worked on a cruise ship as a chef, which inspired him to fulfill the American dream. Starting at the ground floor, Bill worked as a dishwasher in New Jersey. He could not speak English, but with hard work and determination, he learned the language fast and soon advanced to an Executive Chef. One of the happiest moments in his life was when his accomplishments were acknowledged by gourmet magazine. They suggested he display his talent by entering a competition with 5000 people. Bill was among the 75 who made the cut and is registered in America’s outstanding chefs of America. Bill had a passion for food and flavor, but it wasn’t until we met that we discovered our passion for love and life as Paul Anka wrote, “My way”. My darling husband, you certainly did it all your way. My husband, Bill, will be missed beyond words and my life without him will never be the same. Rest in peace my sweet man. Until we meet again or I will see you over the rainbow. Thank you to my family in LA and close friends in Fort Myers for all the love and support during this heartbreaking battle.”

Deborah Payne