John L. Papa, Sr., 83, of West Pittsburg, passed away the morning of February 27, 2016 at Jameson Hospital. Born in West Pittsburg on August 8, 1932, John was the son of the late Lewis and Theresa Tonsetic Papa. On June 29, 1999 John was preceded in death by his loving wife of over thirty eight years, the former Janet E. Chieze who he married on July 21, 1960. John was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army and with his G.I. Bill from serving his country, he graduated from Geneva College. He had worked as a sales engineer for the Crane Company/Pentex until eventually retiring from the AXE Transfer Company. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and traveling. John was also a member of the Croation Club. He will be sadly missed by all of his family and friends. He is survived by his three children, Jacqueline Girouard and her husband Leonel of Peters Township, PA, John L. Papa, Jr. and his wife Louise of Venice, FL; Douglas Papa and his wife Carleen of Wexford, PA; his brother, Ed Papa of West Pittsburg; his sister, Linda Columbus of New Castle; and six grandchildren. In addition to his parents and wife, John is preceded in death by his brother, Victor Papa, Sr. Honoring his wishes, there are no calling hours. Private services will be held in the chapel in Parkside Mausoleum with burial to follow in Parkside Cemetery.
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John Papa
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