Franco Paternoster Obituary

The passing of Franco Paternoster of Fishkill, New York occurred on September 22, 2026. Franco, born on April 25, 1943, is remembered by those who knew him. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Francesco Paternoster and Angela Paternoster (Trotta); his son Dominick; and his sister Rosa. He is survived by: his spouse Giulia Paternoster; his sons, Frank (Linda), Joe (Caterina) and Michael (Jennifer); his grandchildren, Frank (Madeline), Jillian, Christopher Joseph, Nicholas, Alexandra, Sienna, Sofia and Joseph; his daughter-in-law Maria; and his aunts and uncles, Zia Ninetta and Vinny.

Visitation will be held on Friday, September 25th 2026 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the McHoul Funeral Home, Inc. (895 NY-82, Hopewell Junction, NY 12533). A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Saturday, September 26th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the St. Mary Mother of the Church (106 Jackson St, Fishkill, NY 12524). An entombment will be held on Saturday, September 26th 2026 from 11:15 AM to 11:45 AM at the Fishkill Rural Cemetery (801 US-9, Fishkill, NY 12524).

Memorial Donations may be made to the American Heart Association (https://pages.heart.org) at their mailing address or the website URL attached. 7272 Greenville Ave, Dallas, TX 75231. Consider a donation, as requested by the family.