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Matthew Oliveri Obituary
Matthew John Oliveri of Putnam Lake, NY, died unexpectedly at his home on Saturday, February 11, 2012 at the age of 28.
He was born September 20, 1983 in Carmel, NY, the son of Joseph Oliveri of Brewster, NY, and Carolee Oliveri of Prospect, CT. A decorated veteran of two tours in the Persian Gulf, he served four years in the Coast Guard including time aboard the USCGC Spencer. Since then he worked selflessly as a firefighter with the Montrose FDVA protecting those who served. Before that, he began volunteering with the Putnam Lake Fire Department while still a student at Brewster High School.
Besides both of his parents, he is survived by three brothers, Michael Oliveri and his wife, Tracie of Cheshire, CT; Joseph Oliveri of Stratford, CT; and Steven Oliveri of Brooklyn, NY. He is also survived by his nephew and godson, Jake and niece, Jaqueline Oliveri; his maternal grandmother, Shari Cowen of Mt. Vernon, NY; and paternal grandmother Grace Oliveri of Chappaqua, NY.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Fri. Feb. 17, 2012, 10:00 AM at Sacred Heart Church, Putnam Lake, NY. Internment will follow in Oakwood Cemetery in Mt. Kisco, NY. Calling hrs. will be held Thur. Feb. 16, 2012 at Beecher Funeral Home, 1 Putnam Ave., Brewster, NY 10509.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project by visiting their website: http://www.woundedwarriorproject.org. Non-perishable food items may also be brought to Matthew's Food Dude truck in Putnam Lake.
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for Matthew Oliveri
Rita
February 9, 2024
Rip Matthew may your dad have peace.
Rita
February 9, 2023
Thinking of you Joe, may God give you peace.
Love Rita
Robert Smith
February 19, 2012
Matt, you will be missed by many that was apparent at the services for you. You touched so many live in such positive ways. I hope you find peace for I know your actions here in this world will open many doors for you on the other side. RIP my friend.......
Colleen
February 19, 2012
Rest in peace beloved Matthew. Things will never be the same without you.
Steve and Marie Sidorik
February 19, 2012
Joe, while we didn't know Matt, words cannot express the sorrow in our hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. May you find peace with the wonderful memories of your son.
family Risenhoover
February 18, 2012
Offering our sincerest condolences.
jenny siranaula
February 18, 2012
My condolences to the family
family
Sirananula
February 17, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family Matt. We will deeply miss you. The Montrose Transportation Dept.
Hank Henninger
February 17, 2012
My Condolences to the family of Matt. It's sad to loose a person so young. You will always be remembered.
Daniel P OBrien Sr
February 16, 2012
, My thoughts and prayers are our with Oliveri family Matto you will never be for gotton RIP
Patricia Burdick
February 15, 2012
Words can't express how much you meant to me and everyone else. I remember all the birthday parties you came to and all the classes we had. I'll never forget those good times!! You were such a great person and everyone's hero. I miss you and I hope you are finally at peace! Forever in our hearts!!
Kim Sturges
February 15, 2012
My thoughts are with the Oliveri family, PLFD, and all those who loved matt so much. I'm so greatful he was a part of my life for the past few years. May you be at peace matty I will miss you so much.
Janet & Ray O'Neill
February 15, 2012
Carolee, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very sad time. Although my wife Janet and I are far away, please believe we are with you in spirit.
May Matt rest in peace and you and your family find some solace in the outpouring of Love you are receiving.
God Bless,
Janet and Ray O'Neill
Statesville, NC
Regina Capichiano
February 15, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Matt was a wonderful person that would help anyone. He had an amazing personality and sense of humor and a smile that would light up any room! He will forever be in our hearts. Peace and love to you all.
Regina & Paul Capichiano
(Putnam Lake Pizza)
Cathy Winward
February 15, 2012
Matt you will never be forgotten, the whole community loved you. There will always be a void in our hearts, till we meet again friend.
Vicki Tirrell
February 15, 2012
I didn't know Matt that well....but I do know he was very sweet and had a smile that could light up a room. My deepest sympathies to all his family and friends...may he rest in peace.
richard werner
February 15, 2012
my whole family knew matt.he was a great person,friend,firefighter,emt.iwill always remember his smile, and how he always would help anyone.i am sorry for our and most of all your loss.we will miss him. the werners,stephen,greg,joann,and richard
Cheryl O'Dell
February 15, 2012
Words cannot express the sorrow we feel for your family.We pray for you to have strenght to get you all thru this very difficult time.
The O'Dell Family
RITA PASTOREK
February 15, 2012
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, STAY STRONG AND GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY THRU THIS TOUGH TIME
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