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David Pupa Obituary

David Allen Pupa 1953 - 2013 Norwich - David passed away Wednesday morning leaving behind two brothers, Gene and Bob Pupa; two sons, Joshua and Anthony Pupa; two grandsons, Daniel and Henry Pupa, and a very special friend that he dearly loved Patricia Demicco. He was a 1971 graduate of NFA here in Norwich. Upon graduation he worked for Millstone for some time, then for Henkels and McCoy construction company out of Portland. He served in the Marine Corps for about two years receiving an honorable discharge. He was involved with many sports as a young man, such as weightlifting and professional Arm Wrestling where he would eventually become World Champion in his weight class, and in the two higher classes as well. He held a Black Belt in both Karate, and Judo winning several major events in this country. He loved reading, shooting pool, and playing chess. Those that met David commented that he was "one of the nicest guys you'll ever meet". He was an avid bible reader with a good heart but struggled to live his life the way he knew God wanted him to.

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Published by Norwich Bulletin on Aug. 12, 2013.

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August 20, 2013

DEAR GENE AND ROBERT,
WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT DAVID. JUST FOUND OUT FROM A FRIEND OF MINE,(THE GRABAREK'S.) HOPE YOU ARE DOING OK. BOYD WILL BE BUY TO SEE YOU GUYS.
SO SORRY AGAIN AND STAY STRONG. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
GLORIA AND BOY

Glenn Sheffield

August 13, 2013

Deepest condolences to family and loved ones. Dave and I were quite good friends in high school. I remember many times (unsuccessfully) arm wrestling him - and he let me use both hands to his one. I am saddened to hear of Dave's passing, but I am, as I trust you are, comforted by fond memories of him.

Stephen Mylly

August 12, 2013

I remember Dave from NFA as well. My thoughts and prayers are with his family first and foremost then his extended family and friends. May you rest in peace Dave.

Rusty Eyberse

August 12, 2013

Gene, Bob & family. My deepest sympathies for your loss. Dave & I went to school together. May the Lord bless & keep you David, till we meet again

Mick Smallridge & Family

August 12, 2013

To Daves Family,
We are very sorry to hear this news, we knew Dave for many years and had the pleasure of working with him when we were in the Laborers Local, I had some great talks with Dave back when I worked with him, when you got to know Dave you really relized how sweet of a person he was.

Our thoughts of Deepest Sympathy are with you at this time.

Chip Beckwith

August 12, 2013

Mr. Pupa was my neighbor on Willey St. Great guy! I remember the calm voice, the forearms, the arm wrestling, the bible and the black belt. May you always cherish his memories! I am sorry for your loss.

Randy Bumgarner

August 12, 2013

Dave Pupa had a great sense of wisdom, consideration and passion toward others. He was a very kind and a true gentle giant. He was also the strongest man in the history of Norwich. Also considered by many as to be one of the strongest human ever lived. To the Pupa family sorry for your great lost

Rick Cydylo

August 12, 2013

Dave and I worked together at the Norwich Bulletin stuffing the weekly ads into the funny papers in the very early '70's. One snowy night working late Dave with in the fback (heavy side) and three of us other guys in the front picked up a friend's Volkswagen Beetle and placed it between two 10 foot high piles of snow. We laughed so hard when its owner came out and realized he'd never move the car and try to guess how it got there. That is a story I tell when I reminisce about old times and old friends. God Bless You, Dave.

Bruce Whitford

August 12, 2013

My heart goes out to the Pupa family. I had known David in and out of high school. He was a man I always admired and looked up to when I knew him. May he rest in peace.

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