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Joseph Papi Obituary
Nashville - Joey Papi, 27 of Nashville,Tennessee passed away unexpectedly at his home on January 25, 2019. Born in Portland, Maine on May 28, 1991, he was a loving son of Grace Romano and Joseph Papi, and his stepfather Eddie Howard. He was the beloved brother of Michael Papi and his wife, Morgan. Joey was a most kind, generous, and loving person. Above all else he loved his family. He was a friend to all, open and welcoming to all he met, communicating soul-to-soul with compassion, intelligence and humor. He dazzled us with his smile and charm, and mesmerized us with his artistic talents. He created the most amazingly intricate drawings - everything from the eclectic tattoo-worthy to the spot-on portraits. Each piece is a gem. He was an avid chess player and dedicated athlete - he loved his Patriots! Joey had attended Wentworth Institute of Technology and Massachusetts School of Art and Design. After a very happy and productive period in recovery, Joey relapsed and lost his battle.
We continue to pray for all those touched by this disease. We were all the better for knowing and experiencing the sweetness of Joey. He never held back and always showed up. He leaves us all with wonderful memories.Joey was predeceased by his father Joseph Papi, grandfather Henry Romano and grandparents Agamenone and Clementina Papi.Joey is survived by his mom, Grace Romano; step-dad, Eddie Howard; brother and sister-in-law, Michael and Morgan Papi; step-brother Joseph Howard, grandmother, Anna Romano; Girlfriend Becky McHugh; godmother, Anne Romano and Uncle David Robinson; godfather Michael Romano and Uncle Miguel Guzman; Aunt Christina Davis; Uncle Rick Romano and Aunt Jina; Uncle Dan Romano and Aunt Diane; Aunt Dawna Nappi and Uncle Bill Dawson; Aunt Norma Francis; eleven loving and special cousins, and a world full of friends.
Visitation will be on Monday, February 4, 2019 from 4-7 p.m. at A.T. Hutchins Funeral Home, 660 Brighton Ave, Portland. Prayers will be recited at the funeral home at 9 am on Tuesday, February 5, 2019, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Peter's Church, 72 Federal St., Portland at 10 a.m. Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery, South Portland.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Portland Recovery Community Center, 468 Forest Ave, Portland, ME 04101, The Animal Refuge League, 217 Landing Road, Westbrook, ME 04092 or to the Milestone Recovery, 65 India St, Portland, ME 04101.
To view Joey's guestbook or leave the family an online condolence, please visit www.athutchins.com
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Tonee Spears
February 13, 2019
I met Joey when he began working and living in Nashville.. He was up front about his recovery and feeling optimistic about his future. His smile was contagious and he was interesting, funny and doing well. I had not seen Joey since my retirement last April and found out today that he had passed. My heart is so sad. He had so much to give.. I pray you feel the Lord's arms around you and when you look up you see Joey smiling and free.
Frannie Plavnick
February 6, 2019
Grace, Sending you love.
Patti DiBiase MacDougall
February 5, 2019
Grace, my heart goes out to you. I can't even imagine. I can remember when our boys played together when they were little. It just hits home what a loss you and Mike and the rest of your family are suffering. I'm just so so sorry. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs to you all!
Katherine Earley
February 4, 2019
Our deepest condolences to you all.I met Joey through my grandson,Peter Fasulo.He was so friendly and kind.He got a kick out of my husband who told him
he knew his grandfather well in the old neighborhood where he had his store.Our prayers and love to you all. God bless.
Marcia Fleury
February 4, 2019
Grace,
I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful Joey. I am here for you in any way you need me. Love and prayers to your entire family especially to you and your Mom. Love, Marcia
Ed Effler
February 4, 2019
So sorry to hear about Joey. You and your family are totally in my thoughts and prayers. May the love of friends and the Peace of God comfort you and you entire family.
Meg McCormick (Bright)
February 4, 2019
Grace- I am so incredibly saddened to hear of Joey's passing. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Much love to you!
February 4, 2019
Grace
Sorry for your loss. Joey was a handsome young man. What is that saying-the good die young. He will be with you as an angel watching you every time you sing in the choir-he will be closer to you than ever.
Condolences to the entire family
Vickie Saniuk
Leslie Saba
February 4, 2019
Gracie- I love you and your whole family so much and all of us stand with you during this truly awful time. Joey will forever be that little kid to me, playing in the sand at Barb and Tom's house on Sebago lake.
Kathleen Coyne
February 2, 2019
Grace...I am so sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family.
February 1, 2019
RIP....gone way too soon...
With love and prayers to his family and friends.
Janice Turner
February 1, 2019
Keep shining bright Joey. You were a kind soul to us all. You were full of life and energy as a child . My boys and I are so deeply saddened for you Grace and your family. Keep remembering the happy times they will forever be a fluttering reminder in your heart .
Frank & Aileen Summers & family
February 1, 2019
To the entire Papi family - our condolences and prayers are with you in this time of loss..
Uncle Jim & Aunt Francie
February 1, 2019
We share your grief Grace. Let time heal by remembering all the good things and joy that Joey brought to you through the years.
Freeda Vaden
February 1, 2019
You are in all of our prayers.
Jason Sheley
February 1, 2019
Grace - I am so profoundly sorry for your loss. I know it's hard for words to comfort you at this time but know that you and your family will be in our prayers.
Kay Doucette
February 1, 2019
Grace, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sharon Milose
February 1, 2019
Grace, I am so sorry for your loss. I hope you and your family can find some kind of peace with your special memories.
February 1, 2019
Grace,
Very sorry for your loss. Know that you have many people praying for you and your family.
Dale Pike
Kathy P
February 1, 2019
My sincere sympathy to the family....to his mom...your son was a very handsome young man. I don't know you and I didn't know Joey-but I know your story-as it is mine. The disease of addiction is something I wish nobody would ever have to experience....to be an addict....to love an addict....the most painful existence. Thank you for your honesty & your courage. Addiction doesn't define who our children are....but your words let us know who Joey was and what an amazing young man he was. Hold each other tight as your maneuver thru the darkness....The brightest star in the sky will lead the way.....again I am so sorry for your loss.
February 1, 2019
To all the Papi family, Our sincere condolences on your loss. Andrea Cesario and family
Tina Vandervate
February 1, 2019
Grace,
My heart goes out to you and your family. I'm deeply sorry for you loss and hope you are able to take some comfort knowing you now have a special angel watching over you.
francis amoroso
February 1, 2019
I am deeply saddened by the passing of Joey, our sincere condolences to his entire family. Our prayers are with you all.
Danielle Soper-Siteman
February 1, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your Family
Linda Crouanas
February 1, 2019
Grace, I am so sorry for your loss. God bless and watch over you and your family.
Albert & Alta Aceto
February 1, 2019
Grace we are so sorry for your loss. Our prays are with you and your whole family.
Sincerely,
Sonny & Alta Aceto
Renee Tetreau-Lewis
February 1, 2019
Grace, I am so very sincerely sorry for your immeasurable loss. I hope that you and your family can find comfort in the love your family shares for Joey and for each other. May his memory be a blessing.
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