Paul J. Muscarella, 86 of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on September 17, 2021 at Mt. St. Mary's Hospital. Born in Avon, NY, he was the son of the late Joseph and Jennie (Gianforte) Muscarella.

Paul moved to Niagara Falls as a child with his family, graduating from Niagara Falls High School.  On September 26, 1959 he married Rosalie (Mamon) Muscarella.  He was employed at International Papermill.  He then worked at the New York Parks Commission which later became New York Department of Transportation, as a Supervisor, for 25 years, retiring in 1990.

Paul played football in High School and was an avid Buffalo Bills and football fan, and also enjoyed fishing.  Above all, he was an extremely hard worker and did everything for his wife, children and grandchildren.  He devoted his life to making his family happy and helping them be the best they could be.   He was also devoted to his Pine Avenue Business friends.

In addition to his wife of 62 years, Paul is survived by his children, Kathleen (Todd) Collins, Jennie Muscarella, and Josephine (Austin) Brunett; his grandchildren, Chelsea Beane, Paul Wissel, Bryan Collins, Daniel Collins, and Michael Collins; his beloved Dachshund, Buddy, as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.  He was predeceased by his sister, Roseann (late Natale) Bosco.

Visitation will be held Monday, September 20 from 4 – 7 PM at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY 14304.  A Private Mass and Entombment in St. Joseph Cemetery, Niagara Falls, NY, will be held at the convenience of the family.  If desired, memorial offerings may be made to Wings of Hope, https://wingsofhope.ngo/get-involved/make-a-donation/ or to the Niagara County SPCA, 2100 Lockport Road, Niagara Falls, NY 14304.  Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences.