Thomas W. Paonessa
- Aug 11, 2023
- 2 min read
1935 - 2023
OBITUARY
Thomas W. Paonessa, 88, a life long resident of the Village of Wappingers Falls, passed away on Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at Vassar Brothers Medical Center, Poughkeepsie, NY.
Thomas was born on July 28, 1935 in Poughkeepsie, NY to the late Frank Paonessa and Mary Lizzi of Wappingers Falls, NY. He was married to the late Edith (DiMarco) Paonessa on August 23, 1959 at St. Mary's Church in Wappingers Falls, NY.
Thomas was a life long member of S.W. Johnson Engine Co. #2 and fire police. He worked at Tilcon (New York Trap Rock) in which he retired from. Thomas enjoyed working in his yard and workshop and also hunting. He also enjoyed sitting outside and feeding his pet squirrel peanuts.
Thomas was predeceased by his beloved son, Anthony "Tony" Paonessa and his beloved granddaughter, Gianna Victoria Paonessa. He is also predeceased by his brothers Dominic, Frank, Jimmy, Johnny and Joseph. His sisters Mary, Anna, Theresa, Rosie and Philomena (Fanny).
Thomas is survived by his children Lisa (Tommy) Marcojohn, Renee Fusaro, Thomas (Christina) Paonessa, and Mary (Jason Enson) Paonessa. His grandchildren Tommy, Samantha, Hayley, Giancarlo, Vanessa and Jason Jr. He is also survived by his brother Anthony Paonessa who resides in Florida and several nieces and nephews.
Calling hours will be held on Sunday August 13, 2023, 3:00pm-8:00pm at Delehanty Funeral Home, 64 E. Main St., Wappingers Falls, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, August 14, 2023 at 11am at St. Mary's Church, Clinton St., Wappingers Falls, NY. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery.
VISITATION
Sunday, August 13
3:00 - 8:00 PM
Delehanty Funeral Home
64 East Main Street, Wappingers Falls, NY
MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL
Monday, August 14
11:00 AM
St. Mary R.C. Church
11 Clinton Street, Wappingers Falls, NY
INTERMENT
St. Mary's Cemetery
19 Clinton Street, Wappingers Falls, NY
My sincere condolences to Tommy & the entire family. I will always think of him when I enter bagel world. Such a nice man. May he rest in peace now. Sincerely Linda Guido-Hadden
Wishing you peace, comfort, courage, and lots of love at this time of sorrow. Our hearts goes out to the family at this difficult time.
The Opitz Family
Jeff, Norman , Hellen Opitz
We want to express our heartfelt condolences to the family. You are in our hearts and prayers.
John, Cindy, Jim, and Chrissie Buckley
Uncle Tommy what can I say. I have no words my heart is broken. I will cherish all the memories. I know your at peace and with all our love ones so that gives me some comfort. I know you knew how much I loved you and you will forever be in my heart. RIP Uncle Tommy
Tom was a great friend and knew how to drive that 1952 Mack pumper. I rode the back step to many fire calls and he could handle any call. To Tom and family my sincere condolences - - may he rest in peace !