Paul Coladonato

October 21, 1937 - October 6, 2020

Paul Coladonato, 82, of Garwood, and formerly of Elizabeth, passed away on Tuesday, October 6, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. Born in Naples, Italy on October 21, 1937, to the late Alberto & Alesandra Coladonato, Paul emigrated to Elizabeth when he was 18 years old in 1956 and lived & raised his family there with his devoted wife, Roseanne (LoPiccolo) of 43 years. Sadly, Paul is pre-deceased by his loving wife, Roseanne in 2003 and brother Dominico Coladonato. Paul is survived by his loving children Sandy Cavanaugh & her husband Michael of Howell; Tina Pellicano & her husband Frank of Whiting; Paula Mironski & her husband Edward of Garwood and Paul Coladonato & his wife Lauri of Hazlet. Dear Sister to Filomena Musso of Linden and Dear Sister-in-law to Rita Coladonato of Linden. Pop-Pop to his loving grandchildren – Joseph & his wife Melissa; Jacqueline; Edward & his wife Jessica; Johnny; Paulie; Anthony and Lexi. & great-grandson Jaxson. Paul is also survived by many nieces, nephews and loving friends. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Paul loved life and his family. Some of his hobbies include gardening & wine-making. He was a great story-teller! The Family wishes to thank you for your love & support at this time. For those desiring, in lieu of flowers, please consider donations to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital at www.stjude.org For further information and to share a fond memory, please visit www.gornyandgornyfuneralhome.com