Anthony Paparella
Anthony Paparella
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A graduate of Canarsie High School in Brooklyn and the University of Alabama, Anthony dedicated 26 years of service as a Police Officer with the Palm Beach County, Florida, Sheriff's Office, retiring in 2010. He loved the outdoors and was a skilled craftsman and handyman, applying his talents to home building and renovation projects both in his own home and for others. Anthony lived a life defined by hard work, adventure, and deep devotion to his family.
In addition to his wife, Kathleen, Anthony is survived by his children: Jessica Ann Paparella, companion of Eric Borman, of Cumru Township; and James Anthony Paparella, husband of Melissa, also of Cumru Township. He is also survived by his cherished grandsons, Lucas James Paparella and Cooper David Anthony Paparella; his brother John Wilkinson, husband of Caroline, of Waco, TX; and two sisters: Patricia Ann LoBracco, widow of Tom, of Port St. Lucie, FL, and Donnamarie Riccio, wife of Frederick, of Mohnton. He is also survived by many loving nephews and nieces.
A life celebration will be held at Anthony and Kathleen's home in Mohnton on Sunday, December 14, 2025, beginning at 1:00PM to honor and celebrate Anthony's life. All family and friends are welcome.
Klee Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., 1 East Lancaster Avenue, Shillington, PA 19607 is honored to be assisting the Paparella family. www.kleefuneralhome.com
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Kenneth Deischer
December 13, 2025
Rest in peace my brother. We worked many cases together in Palm Beach County. Deepest condolences to Kathleen and the Paperalla family. Ken and Susan Deischer
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