Genevieve R. “Jean” Paternite

March 7, 1925 - February 8, 2019

03/07/1925 - 02/08/2019

Past Services

Visitation
Wednesday February 13, 2019
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Altmeyer Funeral Home - Southside Chapel
5033 Rouse Drive
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
(757) 422-4000 | Directions
Service
Thursday February 14, 2019
10:30 am - 11:30 am
St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church
5345 Virginia Beach Blvd,
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
757-497-8330 | Directions
Cemetery
Thursday February 14, 2019
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
Woodlawn Memorial Gardens
6309 E Virginia Beach Blvd.
Norfolk, Virginia 23502
757-461-4054 | Directions

Genevieve R. “Jean” Paternite, of Virginia Beach, entered Eternal Life on Friday, February 8, 2019 at the age of 93 years. She was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on March 7, 1925 to the late Vincenzo J. Gianfrancesco and Susie (formerly Cellini) Gianfrancesco.
She was preceded in death by her husband Paul V. Paternite.
Left to cherish her memory are her children; son Joseph Paternite and his wife Carol; son Paul Paternite and his wife Cheryl; daughter Angela Garrett and her husband Roger; son Daniel Paternite and his wife Karen; and son Anthony Paternite and his wife Vanda. Further survived by fifteen grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends.
Genevieve was a member of St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church.
Visitation for Genevieve will be held on Wednesday, February 13, 2019 at Altmeyer Funeral Home-Southside Chapel (5033 Rouse Dr. Virginia Beach, VA) from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, February 14, 2019 at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church (5345 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA) at 10:30 AM followed by burial at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, Norfolk, VA.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts appreciated to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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Tom Giordano Jr
5 years ago

My condolences for the entire family. Although I have not seen Aunt Jean in a very long time, I will always remember how excited my grandfather (her brother) Tony would get when she would visit. He loved her very much.

Becky Lemn Mihalik
5 years ago

Sorry to read about your mom’s passing. I remember her as a fine lady.

David Wasdin
5 years ago

I met this beautiful lady late in my life and from day one treated me like I had known her all my life. She was a beautiful and gracious person. She will be missed by all who knew her. My condolences to the Patternite family. Thank you for allowing me to share your mother. Peace into you all.

Eva Ryan
5 years ago

I’m so sorry for the loss of your mother.
My heart goes out to your family during
this difficult time. May your loving memories
bring you peace in the days ahead. My
sincere condolences.

Natalie Faison
5 years ago

We are so sorry or your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. We am so glad we had the opportunity to meet your mom last year.
We love you❤ and God Bless

Larry & Bonnie Solis
5 years ago

Joe & Carol, our deepest condolences on your mother passing. Joe, I know how you feel and we pray for you and your family. Just remember she is going to a better place until you all meet again.
Our prayers are with you. God bless
Bonnie & Larry

David and Michelle Streuli
5 years ago

The Streuli Family sends our heartfelt condolescences to the Paternite Family during this sad time. Joe and our family recall many fine memories with Jean and Paul as their neighbors in Laurel Cove. She was a wonderful kind person who was loved by all who knew her and will be greatly missed. Wishing the family peace in the days ahead. She has now joined her beloved husband in heaven.

C. Prince
5 years ago

I’m sorry for the loss of your loved one. May the God of all comfort strengthen you now and in the days ahead. Please accept my sincere condolences. 2 Corinthians 1:3,4

Diane & Nick Cocking
5 years ago

So Sorry for your loss. At least she is now reunited with Uncle Paul.