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Rodger proudly served his country honorably as a United States Marine during the Vietnam War era.
Rodger was formerly employed at Lou's Thriftway in Yardville, NJ prior to working for Mercer County Motor Pool where he retired as a senior mechanic.
Rodger loved boating, fishing, golfing, cars, trucks, and going to the shooting range. He was a member of the Bordentown Yacht Club and a member at RWJ Fitness Center in Hamilton.
Rodger is the son of the late Sarafino and Rose (Pepe) Papale.
Rodger is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, June (Mancuso) Papale; his daughter, Dawn Papale; grandson Brandon Cranmer; a sister, Loretta Lewandowski; and a brother-in-law, Louis Mancuso; as well as other family and friends.
Family and friends may pay their respects on Tuesday, December 17, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Hamilton Brenna-Cellini Funeral Home, 2365 Whitehorse-Mercerville Rd., Hamilton, NJ 08619. A prayer service will be held at 7:30 PM with Deacon Rich Arcari officiating.
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Lori arimenta
December 17, 2024
My dear friend aka (Mr.) will forever hold a special place in my heart... we became vast friends at RWJ where our little group created many memories together....it was friendship that was just meant to be!
Rest peacefully my forever friend. (Mr.)
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