The family of Anthony Papa, Clinton, TN, is saddened to announce his passing on December 8, 2024.
Anthony Papa was born in Staten Island, NY, on December 14, 1944. Anthony served in the United
States Navy, Bosum Mate, 3rd Class Petty Officer. Anthony had an extensive career in law
enforcement with the NYPD and in the private sector. Anthony had a passion for physical fitness,
martial arts, landscaping, and hard work. All of which he would routinely use in the service of helping
others, family, friends and strangers alike. Anthony was a role model to many and a teacher to all.
Anthony was a martial arts Master and earned the title Kyoshi (Professor) in 2019. His ability to
teach the application of techniques was unparallel and perhaps his greatest contribution to martial
arts. Anthony was active with the Catholic Church. He was a longtime member of the Knights of
Columbus, and was a dedicated member of Saint Therese Catholic Church in Clinton, TN. He was a
former member of the Parish Council and led many security initiatives, improving the grounds and
the building. Along with his late wife Trish, Anthony led the Blessing Box project ,which continues to
be a successful and charitable endeavor to help those in need in their community.
Anthony is preceded in death by Wife Trish Papa, Father Dominick Papa, and Mother Carol Papa.
Anthony is survived by his Siblings, Marguerite (Tim) Grady, Carol (Ray) Montoro, Catherine Papa,
husband Scott; Children, Anthony Papa, Kristin Smith, and Michael(Elizabeth) Papa;
Grandchildren Logan Papa, Angelina Papa, Rob Smith, Connor Smith, Vincent Papa, and
Giovanni Papa.

In lieu of flowers the family request that donation be made in Anthony's honor to St. Therese Catholic Church, Clinton, TN.