James A. 'Pappy' Papp
James A. Papp of Dennisport, Mass. and Boothbay Harbor, passed away on December 5, 2007.
He was born to Alex and Jean Papp on May 5, 1957 in Stamford, Conn. where he attended public schools.
From 1979 to 1983, 'Pappy' served with the U.S. Coast Guard, stationed in Boothbay Harbor. He served with distinction on various search and rescue craft. Upon his release from the Coast Guard Jim moved to Cape Cod where he worked in the automotive industry and studied toward a degree in commercial and residential construction drafting. At the time of his death Mr. Papp was involved in the renovation and reopening of a popular restaurant and music venue in Boothbay Harbor as a principal and manager.
He was known to his friends and family as an accomplished guitar player. His service in the Coast Guard and residence on Cape Cod contributed to a lifelong love for sailing on the waters of Nantucket Sound and the coast of Maine in his boat, Carpe Diem.
Survivors include a son, Jon, of Wisconsin; two brothers, Doug and wife Polina of Cape Cod, and his brother Scott and wife Kym of Greenwich, Conn.; four nephews, Michael, William, Jonas and Alex; and a niece, Cristina.
A burial with military honors was held on May 5 at 11 a.m. at the Bourne National Cemetery on Cape Cod.
In lieu of donations or flowers, the family asks that you reach out to a family member, an old friend or a stranger with warmth and love in your heart.
07/19/08 Submitted by: 
Steve Wheeler
