Born in Italy, he had lived in North Bergen before moving to Toms River 17 years ago.
Pat was a communicant of St. Maximillian Kolbe Church, Toms River. He also belonged to Holiday City Silver Ridge Italian American Club and was also a member of the U.N.I.C.O. of North Bergen.
He was predeceased by a brother Francesco Colonna.
Surviving is his wife Nunzia of 54 years. A son Valerio and his wife Linda of Long Branch. A granddaughter Marina. A sister Fausta Altomare of Secaucus. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday form 2-4 & 7-9 pm at the Quinn-Hopping Funeral Home 26 Mule Road, Toms River. For more information, please visit: www.quinn-hoppingfh.com.
A funeral mass will be held on Thursday 10:30 am at St. Maximilian Kolbe Church, Toms River. Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: The Michael J. Fox Foundation, P.O. Box 5014, Hagerstown, MD 21741-5014.
