Mario Papa, born in Waterbuty CT, moved to San Diego California in 1963, and retired in North Las Vegas Nevada.  

He is survived by his wife, Rose (Massaro) Papa, his children, Gina Papa, Mario Mark Papa, Richard Papa and spouse Pamela Impink Papa.  His last surviving Sister, Rose (Papa) Thomas, from Waterbury CT, and many nieces and nephews

At 88 Mario finally succumbed to lung cancer, and a host of other ailments, and didn't stop moving until the end.  He was always interested in learning about new things, loved loyally and deeply, and had a great sense of humour.  Oh he ws also a Top Salesman :)

“Do not go gentle into that good night,

Old age should burn and rave at close of day;
Rage, rage against the dying of the light…

Do not go gentle into that good night.
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.”