ATHAS, Michael Harry

Published by Today's News Herald on Nov. 9, 2021 - Lake Havasu City, Arizona - Michael Harry Athas was born in Baltimore, on Sept. 26, 1955 to Margaret and William Athas. He left this life for a better path on Oct. 24, 2021 in Lake Havasu City. He is survived by his loving parents; his two brothers, William and Mark; his sister Mary; two nieces, Jennifer and Jessica; and many more loving friends and family. Michael loved life and appreciated all that it had to offer. He had a passion with nature and was most happy when he was camping, hiking, interacting with his friends or just working outdoors. Michael's career paths included working in the family restaurant, working with his mother as a floral designer, working with his hands as an expert plumber and in construction, and serving as a lay person with the Greek Orthodox Church. His service with his church included service with the Holy Cross Monastery in Washington D.C., and in the monastery in Palmas, Greece. Michael loved his church and was happiest in this service. Michael loved people. He enjoyed talking, sharing, helping, and offering his time however he could. Funeral services were conducted at the Greek Orthodox Mission in Lake Havasu City on Friday, Oct. 29. He will be interred in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2021 at 2:30 pm at Fairview Cemetery.