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James Arpaia Obituary
March 5, 1935 - August 22, 2023
Mr. James Stephen Arpaia, 88, of Columbia, died Tuesday, August 22, 2023 at the home of his son in Columbia, SC. Born in New Haven, CT, on March 5, 1935, he was the son of the late Charles W. and Phyllis Naples Arpaia. Mr. Arpaia attended UCONN and worked as a Machine salesman and owner prior to his retirement. Once retired, he and his late wife, Rita, enjoyed spending time traveling across the country in their RV, as well as going to car clubs with their classic cars. He was raised in New Haven, Connecticut and is a former Marine. He and his wife were residents in St. Augustine for many years prior to relocating to South Carolina.
Survivors include his children, James C. Arpaia (Cheryl), Phyllis Shackleford (Randy), and Janice Englehart (Peter); six grandchildren, and 8 great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, and wife, Rita Formica Arpaia, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Charles Arpaia (Rosemary), and Vincent Arpaia (Mary).
A memorial service for Mr. Arpaia will be held at a later date in Connecticut and a celebration service in St. Augustine. Shives Funeral Home, Trenholm Road Chapel, is assisting the family.
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Dorothy and Bob Russo
August 28, 2023
To James Phyllis and Janice
Your father and Rita were great friends of ours. We had many great times with them. Your dad was a great person. We spoke with him every couple of weeks. We are going to miss him. We send our sincere sympathy
Bob and Dottie Russo
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Susan & Ned Levinson
August 26, 2023
Janice
So sorry to hear about the passing of your father .
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