ANTHONY PAPPALARDO Obituary

PAPPALARDO, Anthony Of Bath, NH, and formerly of Stoneham, MA, passed away on Friday, April 3, in the comfort of his home after losing his battle with cancer. In the last days of his life, he was surrounded by family and loved ones who were able to say their goodbyes and have comfort in knowing he is no longer in any pain. He is survived by his significant other, Cindy Meuse of Bath, NH. Anthony, or Tony as he was known by many, was raised in Stoneham, MA and raised three of his children in town. He was the son of Anthony W. Pappalardo, Sr. and Carmela (DeAngelis) Pappalardo. He was the youngest brother to two siblings: Anna Marchelletta and her late husband Robert, and his late sister Margret Briffett and her late husband Edward. He was the father of 5 children: Michele Conde of Dracut, Anthony Pappalardo of Melrose, Phillip Pappalardo of Billerica, Paul Pappalardo of Phoenix, AZ and Gina Principato of North Reading. Tony spent his early career working in the automobile industry as a car parts manager. He more recently worked in nursing homes as a facilities manager. At the nursing home, he was always entertaining, singing and putting on shows to entertain the residents. He would go out of his way to ensure they were happy and do anything to put a smile on their face. During the last years of his life, he was enjoying his retirement. He was able to live a relaxing, peaceful and quiet life in the small town of Bath. Anyone that knew Tony would say he had a very outgoing personality and loved to be outside. He was always doing projects around the house and yard. He always wanted to stay busy and was never one to sit inside and watch TV. He loved his oldies music and taking long drives during the nice weather. He spent many years playing baseball in the Intercity League on the Medford Mustangs and was inducted into their Hall of Fame in 2011. He was also known for his love for camping and strong will. He also had love for dogs throughout his life. Together, Tony and Cindy shared two dogs, Marley and Max. Marley had a huge impact on his last years of life and would go everywhere with them. Many of his passions and qualities will continue to live on in his children. Visiting Hours: Due to COVID-19, A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

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Published by Boston Globe from Apr. 6 to Apr. 7, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for ANTHONY PAPPALARDO

7 Entries

David LeBlanc

April 13, 2020

My condolences go out to the Pappalardo family and close friends. Tony was a great guy who was best known by school mates for his Baseball Pitching accomplishments. An effective southpaw with an impressive curve ball, He pitched many years for the amateur baseball League "Medford Mustangs". RIP my classmate.

April 9, 2020

Condolences to the Pappalardo family from the Leccese family. I was lucky enough to play pony league and CYO baseball with Tony. He was a great pitcher and his "pick off" to first base was second to none. Tony was a great baseball player and a great guy. He left us with wonderful memories. RIP!

Frank & Rose Pignone

April 9, 2020

Anthony: The Sorrow I feel for your passing and the love I have for you as my cousin and deep friend is hard to write of.
From our early days in our huge Italian diversified and fun family we were so much alike in our athletic interests. Our Fathers and Uncles were also very athletic so it did not surprise me you'd be a Hall of Fame blazing fast baller with a curve ball that was enormous as well.
Almost the whole family is 'with you' up there now and I hope God somehow finds a way to have you enjoy your Baseball Days and any other interests you have had.
You have had your share of success as well as your not so happy days as well; as all of us; but you handled them all as the great man you always were.
Your life will always be kept alive by my words and by my pride in having you as a friend and cousin.
I'll be with you soon enough my friend and we'll have that game of catch we had planned. RIP my beloved Cousin. I'll love you forever.. Cousin 'Butchie'; Rose and Family...xo

Charlie Gardner

April 7, 2020

I remember two important attributes of Tony: 1) he was an excellent pitcher and 2) his enthusiasm was infectious. I was able to watch him play Little League and then was a teammate on the Stoneham High School team when he was a senior. Rest well, my good man.

Mike Asci

April 7, 2020

So sorry to hear of Tony's passing. He was one heck of a baseball pitcher! RIP Tony!

Lorraine Butler

April 7, 2020

I don' know you I'm so sorry to hear about your dad's passing he is now resting in peace may god be with you and your family you are all in my prays always remember the good times you had with him

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