Donald Paterson, 88, of Pawtucket, RI passed away on August 3, 2024. Born in North Providence he was the son of the late John and Irene (Desjardins) Paterson. He is the loving husband of Gertrude (Leclerc) Paterson.
Donald was a proud Veteran of the United States Marine Corps. He worked as a toolmaker for Brown & Sharp and was an avid pool player.
Donald is survived by his son, David Paterson and a sister, Claire Clark.
He was preceded in death by his son, Robert Paterson and a sister, Joyce Beauchemin.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Egidio DiPardo & Son’s Funeral Home, 75 Harris Ave., Woonsocket, RI
A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at Divine Mercy Church, 48 St. Paul St., Blackstone, MA on Thursday, August 15, 2024, at 11:00 AM. Burial, with Military Honors, will follow in St. James Cemetery, Old River Rd., Lincoln, RI.
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Donald can be made to Tunnels to Towers Foundation.
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