Charles Pappalardo

Charles Pappalardo, 79, died on Monday October 12, 2015 at North Shore University Hospital, Manhasset NY, surrounded by his adoring wife and children.

Born January 17, 1936 in Brooklyn NY, he was the son of Alfio and Margaret (Costa) Pappalardo. Charlie served honorably in the United States Air Force from 1955 to 1959, and was a resident of Queens Village for nearly six decades, where he met and married his wife Thea on December 7, 1963. He was an advertising Print Production Manager, retiring from Lord Dentsu & Co. in 2001.

He is survived by his wife Thea; his children, Linda Pappalardo and Beth Ann Rose, Roy and Paula Pappalardo, Scott and Danielle Pappalardo, and Laura and Jonathan Jones; his brother-in-law Edwin Spahn, who he helped to raise as one of his own; his four grandchildren, Thomas and Jessica Pappalardo and Michael and Erin Jones; and his younger sister, Rose Whitson. He leaves behind his dog Molly, who will miss him dearly.
An animal lover, Charlie was particularly passionate about horses. He was a lifelong cowboy, from cradle to grave. An accomplished horseman, he went on cattle drives out West, rode in amateur rodeos, and owned a small dude ranch. He was supremely happy whenever on or near a horse; but he was happiest when he was with his family.
Charlie was adored by his all who knew him. They will miss his easy smile, his wonderful laugh, his great sense of humor, his gentle nature and sincerity. There will never be another quite like him.
"So now you're free from that stupid old hospital bed; back in the saddle again, riding the wind, chasing shooting stars and lassoing the clouds. Happy Trails, Dad; until we meet again…"
n Lieu of Flowers, Donations may be made to:

A Pony's Paradise Equine Rescue
11 Alary Road
Lagrangeville NY 12540

www.aponysparadiseequinerescue.org
#845-242-2045

OR:

Catskill Animal Sanctuary

316 Old Stage Rd
Saugerties NY 12477

casanctuary.org
#845-336-8447