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Edward Mattia Obituary

MATTIA, EDWARD (OSWALDO), 88, of 353 Simmonsville Avenue, a WWII Navy Veteran, a retired musician, and avid golfer, passed away at home October 6, 2008.

Born in Providence, he was the (son) of the late Emilio and Nancy (Vechione) Mattia, and (brothers) Hugo, Joseph, and Mario Mattia.

He was the beloved father of; Deborah Mattia Morgan of Sharon, MA, John Mattia of Chelsea, MA, Teresa Hamel of Warwick, Rita DelDeo of Providence, Edward Mattia of Johnston, and Gina Merlino of Johnston. Father-in-law of Jeffrey Morgan of Sharon, MA, Frank DelDeo of Providence, Aldo Merlino of Johnston, and Brenda Mattia of Johnston. He was the grandfather of eleven grandchildren, and five great grandchildren.

His funeral will be held on Friday with visitation prior from 9 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at 'WOODLAWN' Funeral Home, 600 Pontiac Avenue, Cranston. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to Crossroads Rhode Island, 160 Broad St., Providence, RI 02903 will be appreciated. Visit www.WoodlawnGattone.com for online condolences.

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Published by The Providence Journal on Oct. 9, 2008.

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October 10, 2008

To all the family...We are so sorry to hear of your loss of your father. It was a joy to have met him. The love and care you have shown him will live on and on. May God bless and comfort you all with wonderful memories. Sincerely, Pat and Mary Ann Manzo

Nadine & Kevin Morrissey

October 9, 2008

Ed and family--so sorry for your loss--our condolences, prayers and love are with you.

tassy morrissey-lonardo

October 9, 2008

To the Mattia family
Our deepest condolences to all of you... he was a great guy! There are many great memories....
The Morrissey Family

Angelo & Sandra Pitassi

October 9, 2008

Cousins, Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your Dad (our Uncle Eddie). He was such an important part of all your lives. Just remember that with time the veil of sorrow will lift, and you will see what is most precious and most sacred is the love we share with the ones we love. We were glad we were able to visit with uncle before we left for Florida.

Delia Kriticos

October 9, 2008

I have met some of the family members through Teresa but unfortunetly never met Mr. Mattia.
Please accept my sympathy for your loss.
Delia Kriticos

June VanDerMeere

October 9, 2008

Ed and Brenda,
I am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in your memories of your Dad. God bless you in his tender loving care.
June Winsor VanDerMeere

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