John Paul Napolitano died at the Kaplan Family Hospice House in Danvers on April 15, 2019. He was 71 years of age. John was born in Boston on February, 17, 1948. He was raised in Charlestown, attended Charlestown schools and lived in Charlestown for many years. Mr. Napolitano moved to Las Vegas where he worked as a top notch chef at the Binion's Casino in the old town section of Vegas in the rooftop restaurant for 15 years and then also as a bartender for 10 years. He also worked as a bartender in North Station in Boston for many years. After returning to Massachusetts he lived with his mother in Charlestown until she passed away. John Paul then moved to Melrose 7 years ago. He loved the ocean, the beach and spending time at the lake in Wakefield. But most of all he loved spending time with his Godson Khoury at his cottage on Province Lake in Wakefield, NH, boating and fishing. He often would kid around with Khoury and say " let's take the boat to Maine" because some of Province Lake was actually in Maine. John Paul also spent a lot of time with Rosemarie Nevano and her family during the holidays, at cookouts and family gatherings. John was the loving son of the late Ruth (McCann) Napolitano and stepson of Anthony. Beloved godfather of Khoury Passamonti. Caring brother of Alfred Napolitano & his wife Donna. Cousin of Donna Brietzke & longtime friend of Rosemarie Nevano. Loving uncle of Janine & Mark Roberge, Gregory & Brenda Nevano and great uncle of Antonio Nevano. Also survived by numerous cousins, family members and friends. Visitation will be held at the Gately Funeral Home, 79 W. Foster St. Melrose on Thursday, April 25, 2019 from 4:00-7:00PM, followed by a funeral service at 7:00PM. Relatives & friends are respectfully invited to attend. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in John's name to Kaplan Family Hospice House, 78 Liberty St., Danvers, MA 01923