Joseph G. Papeika Obituary
We bid farewell to Joseph G. Papeika of Derby, Connecticut, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on November 13, 2024 at the age of 63. Joseph touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though Joseph may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Robert Papeika and Rosemary Papeika (Clynch); and his sister Mary Ann Bisaccia. He is survived by: his wife Patricia Papeika (Bourne); and his brother Thomas Papeika (Helen). He is also survived by fourteen nieces and nephews, and two great nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Sunday, November 17th 2024 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Edward F. Adzima Funeral Home (253 Elizabeth St, Derby, CT 06418). A procession was held on Monday, November 18th 2024 at 9:30 AM at the St. Mary Church (212 Elizabeth St, Derby, CT 06418). A Mass of Christian burial was held on Monday, November 18th 2024 at 10:00 AM at the same location. A burial was held on Monday, November 18th 2024 at the Mt. St. Peter Cemetery (219 New Haven Ave, Derby, CT 06418).
Memorial contributions are requested to Our Lady Queen of the Apostles Church (St. Marys), 212 Elizabeth Street, Derby, CT 06418.
