Nicholas Papa, 61, of North Haven, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 17, 2019 at Yale-New Haven Hospital with his family by his side. He was the beloved husband of Karen Bogart Papa. Nick was born in New Haven on October 13, 1957 and was the son of Anthony S. and Dorothy F. Williams Papa. A graduate of North Haven High School, he later attended the University of New Haven School of Engineering. Nick was the President of Aqualogic, Inc. Nick was a long-time parishioner of St. Therese Church where he served as an altar boy in his younger days. He was a member of the Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts of America and the Junior Farmers. Nick played little league baseball, youth football, and later played on many North Haven Men’s softball teams. Nick was also an avid fan of the New York Yankees.
Father of Jessica A. Hermann (Patrick), Taylor Elizabeth Papa and Nicholas Anthony Papa. Grandfather of Wesley Hermann. Brother of Mary Ann Papa, Dori Papa Santini (Greg), Lisa Papa Ferraiuolo (David), Anthony Papa, Jr. (Monika) and Mark Papa (Teresa). He was the brother-in-law of Donald Bogart (Diane). He is survived by many nieces and nephews.
The visiting hours will be Tuesday April 23rd from 4:00 to 8:00 pm at the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue. His funeral procession will leave the funeral home on Wednesday morning, April 24th at 9:30. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in St. Elizabeth of the Trinity Church at St. Therese Church, 555 Middletown Avenue, North Haven at 10:00. Entombment will follow in the All Saints Mausoleum.
So very sorry to learn of Nick’s passing. My condolences to the families.
I am so sorry and regretful that I have not spent more time with my loved ones and I will miss him terribly more so because so many years have passed my sincere condolences and love for all!
Nick R.I.P. Stella and Bllly Amato
My deepest condolences. He had a wonderful life because he had a wonderful family. Memories will sustain you all. Trust me, the memories live on….
Our sincerest sympathy goes out to the entire Papa family. May memories ease your pain during this difficult time. Love and prayers being sent to all.
To the Papa Family,
So very sorry for this tremendous loss of Nick. May he rest in peace. Thinking of all of you. May you find strength and comfort from all the beautiful family memories and one another.
Best,
Linda (Rish) Colon
To The Papa Family,
You all have my most sincere heartfelt condolences on the loss of Nick. May he Rest In Peace.
To such an amazing family.
You lost such a great man and we pray for your loving family.
May Nick rest in peace.
We love you all dearly.
We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the entire Papa family. Our prayers are with you all during this most difficult time. He was a great man! Rest in peace Nick.
We are very sorry to hear of Nicks passing, are deepest condolences.
We know he will be greatly missed by all.
All our love.
Vinnie & Linda
My deepest condolences to Karen and the entire family.
We worked well together for years and shared many good times on the road.
May he rest in peace.
Don
So sorry to hear about NIck’s passing, he was truly a great person to work with and be with
Our, deepest condolences to the Entire Papa family at this most difficult time!
So sorry to hear this. I didn’t know Nick that good but he was my family. Love and peaceful thoughts coming g your way.
Mary Ann I was very sorry to hear about the passing of your brother Nicholas. My deepest sympathies and prayers go out to you and your family. May he Rest In Peace.
My sincere sympathies to the entire Papa family. Nick was a fine husband, father, brother, and son. May his memory ever be for a blessing.
Will miss his friendly smile, funny jokes and valuable advise. So much fun to see him where I worked. Noticeably missed. Blessings to his wonderful family. So sorry for their loss.
So very sorry for your loss, prayers and love to all the family.