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Bernice Mattei Obituary
She was preceded in death by her husband, L. Dominic Mattei Sr.
Bernice and Dominic owned and operated businesses in the Louisville area including restaurants Trattoria Mattei and Bico Mattei; G.C.J. Mattei Company, a supplier of church festival games and prizes, and Mattei Advertising and Display Company, a plaster statuary manufacturing business.
In addition to her husband, Bernice was preceded in death by brothers John, Joe, Earl and Eddie Thieneman; brothers-in-law, Jack Mattei, Rick Eckhart and William Waters; and sisters-in-law, Dottie and Virginia Thieneman.
She is survived by children, Louis Mattei Jr, Nancy Mattei (Neil MacGaffey), Mary Sue Doran (Mike), Gina Mattei (Eric Spore), David Mattei (Connie) and Steven Mattei (Julia); grandchildren, Pamela Mattei, John and Sara MacGaffey, Jennifer Doran Duffield (Stephen), Michael Doran (Stephanie), Susanna Doran, Garrett and Gunther Spore, Stephanie, Maria, and Anna Mattei, and Michael, Jack, Megan, and Joey Mattei; and great-grandchild Caroline Doran; brother, Paul Thieneman (Jean); sisters, Sr. Rosalin Thieneman OSU, Marita Eckhart, and Therese Stuber (Clarence); and sisters-in-law, Margaret and Mary Jo Thieneman, Babe Waters and Della Mattei (Innocente).
Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, January 25, 2011 at St. Margaret Mary Church, 7813 Shelbyville Road. Visitation will be from noon to 8 p.m. Monday, January 24, 2011 at Highlands Funeral Home, 3331 Taylorsville Road. Entombment will be at Resthaven Memorial Park, 4400 Bardstown Road.
Memorial gifts may be made to Hosparus, 3532 Ephraim McDowell, Louisville, KY 40205.
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for Bernice Mattei
January 26, 2011
Condolences from the Whitman family on Woodcleft Road.
Linda & Garland Fowler
January 25, 2011
Mary Sue, My prayers are with you and your family at this sad time. Keep the happy memories in your heart and mind, it will help you get through.
January 25, 2011
Janury 25, 2011
Mary Sue
We are so sorry for the loss of your mother.Your mother was a great person. You and your family are in our prayers.
Fred & Dorothy Nix
and Family
January 25, 2011
Dear Marita and family--
My sister from Louisville came up today with the news about Bernice. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Marita, I've tried to get back to you since the weekend. We will be praying for Bernice and all of you.
Blessings and love, Helen
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Laura Smith
January 24, 2011
Louie and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Laura and Denny Smith
Catherine Nolan
January 24, 2011
Nancy,
I'm so sorry for the loss of your mother. Though I haven't seen her for years, I remember her warmth and wonderful meals - both at home and in the restaurant! I'm sure your family gave her great comfort in her final days. I wish peace to all of you in this sad time.
Tom & Nancy Duke
January 24, 2011
Our deepest sympathy for you and your family. Your Mom is in the Lord's hands now.
Patricia van ESSCHE
January 24, 2011
Aunt Bernice was always so kind to me and I have fond memories of my graduation at the restaurant. My sympathies to the family.
Patricia van Essche (Thieneman)
Janice DeMoisey
January 24, 2011
Mary Sue, I am so sorry that your Mother has passed. I know that she was such a huge part of your everyday life and while you will miss your daily visits, just think of the wonderful memories you have as a result. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
January 24, 2011
Dear Mary Sue and family,
I wish you all the Lord's blessing as you go through this and the coming days. I will be there with you in prayer and spirit. Hold on to your memories of your sweet Mother, as they will give you strength. Love, Barbara Koch Eaton
Jim Minsterl
January 24, 2011
Nancy - Sorry to hear about your mother passing. I will always remember her and your dad as wonderful, loving people that we all could talk to; they were like a second set of loving parents. Remember the good times. Take care
Agape,
Charlie & Ginny Doran
January 24, 2011
Mary Sue,
We were sorry to hear of your mother's passing.
caroll Kelton Cox
January 24, 2011
Louis, I am so sorry to read of your mom's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Carol (Kelton) Cox (Greensboro, NC) (former St Raphael's classmate)
Susan Buchanan
January 23, 2011
Matteis~
How I shall always cherish and hold close the memories of your mother. She and your dad opened their home to me just like I was one of their own children. There is no doubt she is in the BEST place there is with Dom at her side. Bernice dedicated her life to her home and family, and what a beautiful family she has! We will all be reunited again one day. What a wonderful thought that is. May God comfort you during this most difficult time.
Love,
Susan
Yvette Eastham
January 23, 2011
Dear Mattei Family:
Your mother was so kind to our family as we were growing up, and visiting Louisville and Aunt Happy and Uncle BB for years! How kind both your parents were.I know you have marvelous memories of a home filled with love and laughter. Glad I got to see Bernice last year. Blessings, peace and rest for your days ahead!
Love, The Yonce Family
Yvette Yonce Eastham
Spencer and Cody Yonce
Betty Yonce (Mom)
January 23, 2011
Nancy, Sorry to hear about your Mother, the great hostess and pizza maker. Remember all the good times in our "younger" days.
Agape, Dianne (Savells) Hammond
Susan Sherman
January 23, 2011
Mrs. Mattei- such a beautiful lady who loved well and so was surrounded by love throughout her life. What a rich legacy she leaves! She lives on in such a beautiful way in each of her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. May warm memories of family togetherness comfort her family and dear friends in this time of grief!
Love and Peace,
January 23, 2011
I am so glad I knew you Mrs. Mattei. I love you and will miss you very much. Sandra Wettig
Bill Murphy
January 23, 2011
Mary Sue ,
So sorry for the loss of your Mother,I could tell how much you Loved her when you would talk about her in the shop , The Love you have will always be there , God will help thru this process but the Love and Caring you showed your Mother thru the years will help with the sorrow Can you just see the Lovely Rose Garden God has ,since he picked your Mother for his Special Place ?
Peace and Prayers
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