Joseph F. Craparotta
May 14, 1923 - August 18, 2021
Joseph F. Craparotta, 98 years old of Toms River peacefully passed away on August 18th at home with his loved ones by his side. Born May 14, 1923, in Jamesburg, NJ, Joseph enlisted in the Army Airforce in 1943 serving in the 1107th Airborne Division during WWll where he revolutionized the packing of the parachute to maximize the opening efficiency which is still used today. He worked at the Douglas AF Base for 10 years and then as a watch repair tech for 32 years and he also worked at S&S Amusements for 20 years before he retired in 1985. Surviving is his loving wife Joanne of 57 years, his children, Brenda, Donald W, Ruth, and Joseph. He also leaves behind 10 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren within 5 generations. Visitation will be held at the Carmona-Bolen Funeral Home, 412 Main St., Toms River, NJ on Sunday, August 22nd 1pm-4pm, and Monday August 23 9am-10am with funeral service at the funeral home at 10am, Entombment to follow at Ocean County Memorial Park, Toms River, NJ
Joseph F. Craparotta, 98 years old of Toms River peacefully passed away on August 18th at home with his loved ones by his side. Born May 14, 1923, in Jamesburg, NJ, Joseph enlisted in the Army Airforce in 1943 serving in the 1107th Airborne... View Obituary & Service Information