Dr. Thomas H. Paterniti

Dr Tommy (as I called him) was good friends with my Dad, Richie Terio. I have many fond memories of him. When this remembrance came up on my e mail, I had to check it out. Brought back lots of good memories for me - even in the dental chair..lol

Remembering Tom Paterniti...I enjoyed walking with him many years ago through Hidden Lake (North Brunswick) I was a Democratic Committeewoman and Tom was Candidate for Assembly. He was a fast walker just like me and a lot of fun to be with. Tom was also a great representative for the people-all the people- of his district. May he RIP. MGC

Tom Paterniti was a friend of my Dad's (Richie Terio).... They grew up together. Dr. Tommy, as I use to call him was a good man, always treated us well and I remember him fondly. RIP!

You will be soly missed. GOD Bless you Doc.

I just found out Dr. Tommy passed. He grew up with my Dad, Richie Terio. I remember how good he was to my Dad and us. I remember him fondly. RIP Dr. Tommy....

He was a kind man, doing his best to give us great dental care, and I'm sure undercharging us everytime. He did great work and we never got a bill saying our insurance didn't cover anything. It was an honor to meet the man and his family. Our Prayers and love to the family of this wonderful man.

So sorry to hear about the Doc.

My prayers are with him and his family.

He was our dentist for ten years such a kind

person.

My condolences to the family and friends

People like "Doc" only come around every 100 years. Tom was indefatigable, devout, and one of the kindest persons I have ever met over the almost 45 years that I knew him. I will always remember his presence ar our only daughter's Mass when she was carried uplifted my Fr. Perrini down the main isle of St Helena's Church and presenten on the altar to the strains of "Trumpet Voluntary". This was followed by a sumtuous lunch at the Metuchen C.C. which was planned by Tom sine we were not members.

I will always remember Maria, Lisa and Gert in the office. There was always a lot of activity, especially phones ringing off the hook.

To Helen and family, our deepest condolences.

Doc loved people and cared for his community. Always giving and taking very little in return. He will surely be missed.

My wife and knew Dr. Parerniti for the better part of 45 years. We were good friends and we always engaged in lively conversation while I was in the "chair". Brave move on my part since I an an avowed Rebublican. It simply didn't matter to him. I remember Tom and Helen attending my only daughter's babtism at a spectacular Mass celebrated by Fr. Perrini at St. Helen;s Church. This was followed by a lavish repast at the Metuchen C,C, which was arranged by Tom because he was a member. I did join afterwards. This was 35 years ago. Tom was a tireless and indefatigable person. One of a kind who comes around every 100 years. I will certainly miss Maria and Lisa in the office. Gert too ! Bob and Pat Sheehan, Beaufort, S.C.

I'm sorry for your loss. May it comfort you to know that God keeps those who pass away in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. Ps. 116:15

Dr. Paterniti was a friend to all and will be sadly miss, my heartfelt sympathy to the Paterniti family

Tom was a good man who loved his family and the people he served. My God hold you in the palm of his hand forever.

My condolences to the family. Dr. Paterniti was a very kind and gentle dentist. Always made me feel very comfortable.

My condolences to the Paterniti.

THE ROSE STILL GROWS BEYOND THE WALL

Near a shady wall a rose once grew,
Budded and blossomed in God's free light,
Watered and fed by morning dew,
Shedding its sweetness day and night.

As it grew and blossomed fair and tall,
Slowly rising to loftier height,
It came to a crevice in the wall,
Through which there shone a beam of light.

Onward it crept with added strength,
With never a thought of fear or pride,
It followed the light through the crevice's length,
And unfolded itself on the other side.

The light, the dew, the broadening view
Were found the same as they were before;
And it lost itself in beauties new,
Breathing its fragrance more and more.

Shall claim of death cause us to grieve,
And make our courage faint or fail?
Nay! Let us faith and hope receive:
The rose still grows beyond the wall.

Scattering fragrance far and wide,
Just as it did in days of yore,
Just as it did on the other side,
Just as it will for evermore.

A. L. Frink

Remembering a kind and gentle man....a dedicated and devoted Democrat. Remember walking miles with him in North Brunswick many years ago as he campaigned for an Assembly seat. Remembering his energy. Remembering that he called me "Mariana" with an Italian accent. Both my husband Louis and I are thinking of his beautiful family today with deepest sympathy and love....Marion G. Costanza