James Vincent Paolino

James V. Paolino, 68, of Forked River passed away unexpectedly Thursday, February 1, 2024 at home. Born in Somerville and raised in Bound Brook, he resided in Hillsborough for many years prior to moving to Forked River in 2019.

Jim attended Bound Brook High School. He began his working years at his father’s neighborhood business, Jim’s Meat Market in Bound Brook. Jim trained to be a telecommunications equipment installer and his career spanned over 30 years including project work at the World Trade Center buildings. He worked for several companies over the years of his career concluding with Verizon, testing new technologies at cell towers across the country.

Jim was a car enthusiast, enjoyed car racing, and football games. Jim inherited a like for the “ponies” from his father which he also passed on to his daughter Jamie, who later became a horse trainer due in large part to him introducing her to the sport. Jim was an animal lover and is predeceased by his beloved dog, Kobi.

Son of the late James L. Paolino and Genevieve Nester, Jim is survived by his beloved wife, Phyllis (Dabkowski), daughters Jamie Paolino and Alexandra Waller, sister Deborah Stapleton, granddaughters Bianca Solis and Harper Waller, his many cousins, friends, and his beloved canine companion Harley.

Cremation will be private. A memorial gathering will be held at a later date.