Patrick J. Paolella Sr. died on the morning of December 26th in his long time Paramus residence with his devoted wife of sixty-six years, Geraldyne at his side… He is a proud son of Hackensack, born there on October 13th, 1931 to parents, Margaret (Mc Gloughlin) and John B. Paolella… In addition to his wife Geraldyne (Ruta) he is survived by sons Patrick, John, and Chris, Godson Dennis Gallitano and, beloved daughter in-laws Elliot and Mary Lyn. He had four Grand children and six Great Grand children. So now we are called to celebrate the exemplary, purposeful life of a high character individual who impacted so many. Husband, Father, mentor, friend… Maintained a resolute, unwavering commitment to family, and friends, overcoming obstacles, creating opportunities for himself and others. Reliable, faithful, un-selfish, charitable… He was everything good, possessing and espousing the best qualities a human being can offer… Role model, Golfer, business man… He knew what was right, what was important and lived by his principles… He graduated from Hackensack H.S. in 1950, He was Co-Captain and second baseman for the 1950 Hackensack All-Century baseball team, and he also graduated from Fairleigh Dickinson in 1954 with a degree in Business Administration. Patrick was also a member of their Golf team, and he was undefeated in dual play, senior year. He also served in the United States Army, in Fort Sill. Patrick was the Founder and Principal owner of Paolella Pro-filing Inc., automated asphalt milling company. He was also a Member Emeritus of White Beeches country club, Haworth N.J. and served multiple times as President. Well played 'Patsy'… The Funeral will begin on Thursday January 4, 2024, at 8:45 AM from the G. Thomas Gentile Funeral Home, 397 Union Street, Hackensack, NJ. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated, at the Church of the Immaculate Conception, 49 Vreeland Ave, Hackensack at 10:00 AM, burial will follow at George Washington Memorial Park Cemetery, Paramus. The family will receive friends at the G. Thomas Gentile Funeral Home, 397 Union Street, Hackensack, Wednesday from 4:00 – 8:00 PM, for visitation. In lieu of flowers, please consider White Beeches Country Club caddy scholarship fund, 70 Haworth Drive, Haworth, N.J. 07641 or Hackensack University Medical Center's, Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Center, 30 Prospect Ave. Hackensack, NJ 07601. To send condolences, directions, or for further information Please visit www.gentilefuneralservice.com