Alfred Papa

Alfred P. Papa, 88, died Wednesday, April 1, 2015, at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, Somerville. Born in Bound Brook, he was the son of Alfredo and Annunziato Papa. He attended Bound Brook High School. In 1944 he enlisted in the United States Navy, serving as a Water Tender Third Class aboard destroyer escort Joseph E. Connolly (DE-450). He was present at Tokyo Bay during the Japanese surrender. He was the recipient of the American Theatre Medal, Asiatic Pacific Medal with One Star, and the Victory Medal. Al was a supervisor at General Dynamics Electric Boat Division, Avenel, retiring in 1988. He enjoyed playing blackjack with his brother at the Casino, and spending time with his family. He was a member of Giles - Biondi Post No. 63, American Legion, Bound Brook. Al was predeceased by his son-in-law, Robert T. Smith; his brother, Nazzarino, and his sisters, Anna, Helen, Emma, and Rita. He is survived by his beloved wife of sixty-one years, Barbara (Bobbi) Papa of Middlesex; his son, Richard Alfred (Chris) Papa of Pennsylvania; his daughters, Lisa Marie Papa of Middlesex, Susan Rita Smith of Bridgewater; his granddaughters, Dr. Brooke Smith (Dr. Brent Segeleon); Katelyn and Sarah Papa; his great granddaughter, Gwen; his brother, Raymond (Carolyn) Papa; his sister, Eva, and many family and friends. Visitation will begin 9:00 A.M. Saturday, April 4, at the funeral home, followed by an 11:30 A.M. funeral service. Interment will be at Bound Brook Cemetery.