Papa, Lorraine
Lorraine Papa, age 83 of Madison, passed away on January 9, 2012. Lorraine was born in New Haven on May 20, 1928 to the late Louise (Musco) and Michael Gagliardi.
Besides her parents, Lorraine was predeceased by her beloved husband Ralph Papa.
Lorraine is survived by her sons Ronald (Harriet) Papa of Greenwich, Richard (Deborah) Papa of Madison, and Kenneth (Jennifer) Papa of Madison; brother Robert (Mary) Gagliardi of Los Angeles, CA; grandchildren Stephanie Papa, Christopher (Lauren) King, Geoffrey (Susan) King, Matthew Kolf, Brendhan Kolf, Bridget Kolf, and Olivia Papa as well as 2 great grandsons.
Lorraine had a long secretarial career, including many years for the Town of Hamden, while also being a wonderful homemaker. She is known for her easy smile and warm, caring nature. She enjoyed spending time with her family and many dear friends, and found great joy in her grandchildren. She loved to cook and travel with her beloved husband of 50 years.
The funeral procession will be leaving Swan Funeral Home in Madison on Friday, January 13, 2012 at 10:30 am for an 11:00 am Mass of Christian Burial at St. Margaret Catholic Church in Madison.
Friends may call on Thursday, January 12, 2012 from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Swan Funeral Home, 825 Boston Post Rd. in Madison. www.swanfuneralhomemadison.com.
In Lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011 or online at www.alz.org.
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