George R. Pappacoda Sr., 92, of East Haven, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 26, 2022, at his home. He was the beloved husband of the late Lillian Cusano Pappacoda. George was born in New Haven on December 14, 1929 and was the son of the late Louise and Nicola Cimino Pappacoda. He served his country faithfully in the US Navy during World War II. He worked as a tractor trailer driver at Strickland Transportation, V and L trucking and was a self-employed painter for many years. George was a member of the teamsters local #443 and enjoyed many trips to the casino. Father of Louise Pappacoda Ryszczyk, George Pappacoda Jr, and the late Carl Tarantelli and Dorothy Sandillo. Also survived by his sister Caroline Pappacoda Carrera, eleven grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. Predeceased by his granddaughter Stacey Tarantelli, six brothers and four sisters.
The visiting hours will be Friday morning, December 2nd from 9:15 to 11:15 AM at The Havens Family, North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in Saint Pio of Pietreicina at Church of Our Lady of Pompeii, 355 Foxon Road, East Haven 12 noon. Interment with full military honors will follow in All Saints Cemetery.
Dear Lu and George, we are so sad to hear about the passing of Mr Pop! He really was a wonderful man! Our hearts are heavy for you both and for your families! May your dad rest easy and remember , he is with you forever, he is in your blood, in your heart and so many wonderful memories in your memories ! Love to you ! Pam and Carmen DeDona
To the family of George Sir. So sorry to hear of the loss of your Father, he we will always remember him with a smile on his face every time we where with him and how he adored his family. Our Deepest Sympathy and prayers are with you all in your time of Sorrow.
Dear Louise!
I am so heart broken to hear of your dad’s passing. He was such a sweetheart; always smiled & said hello everytime we saw each other. We talked many times about my mom whom he knew very well when she lived at Woodview. It brought make many fond memories. It is never easy to lose a parent, however, he is now in Peace.
If you ever need anything, please let me know.
Marie Natalino 💔🙏💔
Sorry for your loss was a great father and he will be missed by all.Rest in Peace George.