Passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Wednesday, December 3, 2014. Age 83. Survived by his loving wife of 60 years Doris (nee Bistry) Papesh; two sons Alfred (Debra Gray) Papesh Jr. and David (Kathleen) Papesh; three grandchildren Alyssa, Zachary and Nicholas Papesh. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and relatives. Preceded in death by his parents John and Mary (nee Grayhak) Papesh; three brothers Louis (Elizabeth), John and Ralph (Virginia) Papesh; two sisters Mary (Steve Shroba) Shroba-Hall and Vita (Nolan) Grady. Veteran of the US Army, Retired from Ironworkers Local #444. Attended St. Joseph Grade School, graduate of Joliet Township High School Class of 1949 and attended DePaul University. Member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and the KSKJ-St. Francis #29. Alfred was an outstanding basketball player throughout his grade school, high school and college years. He was a devoted grandfather and enjoyed spending time with his family and snowmobiling. Private family services were held. Memorials to the St. Joseph Church Restoration or to charity of your choice will be appreciated.