Paul A. Fontaine, 80, of Hartwell St, Fall River, passed away on Saturday, January 16, 2021 at Sarah S. Brayton Nursing Center after a lengthy illness. Born in Fall River, a son of the late Ovila Fontaine and the late Emilia (Valliere) Fontaine, he was formerly of Healy Street, but resided most of his life in Westport. He was employed with Hood Dairy for 22 years as a home delivery truck driver, retiring in 2001. He was a former member of the Dover Club and the Washington Club.

He is survived by: three children, Sandy Thorsen of Seattle, WA, Donna Fontaine of Fall River, and Robin Rodrigues also of Seattle; five brothers, Albert, Jerry, Raymond, Norman and Roger Fontaine; many grandchildren; several great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He was also the father of the late Lori Heath and Paul Fontaine; and a brother of the late Theresa Thibodeau and Bobby Fontaine (Albert's twin).

His funeral arrangements were private.

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