Paul John Fontana (November 27, 1911 – February 26, 1997) was a highly decorated United States Marine with the rank of major general.

When the United States entered World War II, Fontana was quickly promoted to major, and took command of the recently formed Marine Fighting Squadron 112 (VMF-112) in San Diego on May 11, 1942.

The enemy was attempting to bomb Henderson Field, but Fontana shot one bomber down and led his squadron repelling the attack.

A few days later, Major Fontana led six planes against twelve enemy fighters and succeeded in personally shooting two aircraft down.

Fontana personally made several low level attacks under heavy anti-aircraft fire and aided in destroying the enemy strongpoint.