WALLINGFORD - James V. Papallo, 56, passed away suddenly on Monday, March 4, 2013. Born in Meriden on June 21, 1956, he was the son of Mary Jane (Brown) Papallo, of Wallingford, and the late Joseph Papallo. He had resided in the Meriden/ Wallingford area most of his life and had attended Wallingford schools. Mr. Papallo was a former trucker. Besides his love for tractortrailers and motorcycles, he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.

He is survived by two daughters, Crystal Metzler, of Boston, and Jessica Agee, of Montana; two sons, James Papallo and William Papallo, both of Montana; four grandchildren; two sisters, Donna Hoth and her husband, Edward, of Florida, and Debbie Papallo, of Bristol; one sisterin- law, Terisa Trede, of Bristol; one brother, Joseph Papallo and his wife, Lori, of Wallingford; and the love of his life, Rose "Ree" Jones Bellard. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Family and friends may call at the John J. Ferry and Sons Funeral Home, 88 E. Main St., Meriden, on Friday, March 8, from 5 to 8 p.m. A private burial will be held in Sacred Heart Cemetery. For online condolences, please visit www.jferryfh. com.