Deacon Joseph Puskas

Deacon Joe was ordained a Permanent Deacon in 1988. He is married to Margie, they have two children and five grandchildren.  He has a BA in Business Administration.  He is a Certified Public Account and a PSA in New Jersey, with a Special Retainer for the Department of Labor.

He retired as a Director at Bederson LLP, an accounting and consulting firm.  Deacon Joe is a Trustee and the Treasurer for seven non-profit housing corporations, providing affordable housing for seniors in Paterson. His ministries at St. Paul’s in addition to liturgical functions include Pre-Cana and marriage preparation, Retreat master for CCD teachers, Chairman of the Parish Finance Committee.