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Matthew McGuinness Obituary
Matthew P. McGuinness passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on April 5, 2014 after a long, courageous battle with cancer. He was born on May 23, 1968 in New York City to Maura Linehan McGuinness and Jack McGuinness. Matthew graduated from Albertus Magnus High School, attended Iona College and received his B.S. degree from Nyack College. He was employed by Con Edison for 20 years. He was an avid golfer and enthusiastic Met fan. He completed the New York City Marathon and his passion for running continued with regular visits to Rockland Lake. He thoroughly enjoyed working with the students at Albertus Magnus HS where he coached basketball and baseball. Matthew was one of a kind. He touched so many people with his great heart and most of all through his unique sense of humor, putting smiles on the faces of so many people throughout the years. He is at peace now in some dugout in heaven coaching the angels.
He is survived by his parents Maura and Jack, his siblings Christine, John (Maureen) and Deirdre (Lou) Llach. He was the proud uncle of his adoring nieces and nephews, Abigail, Maille, Kaleigh, Jack, Sean and Ava. And most importantly, the love of his life, Jeanmarie Flaherty, whose support during his illness was immeasurable.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Albertus Magnus High School, Bardonia, NY. Visitation will be held at Michael J. Higgins Funeral Home, 321 South Main St, New City NY on Tuesday April 8 from 2-4 and 7-9pm. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at St. Gregory Barbarigo Church, Cinder Road, Garnerville, NY on Wednesday April 9 at 10am. Interment at Ascension Cemetery, Monsey, New York.
Michael J. Higgins
Funeral Service Inc.
321 South Main Street
New City, NY 10956
(845) 634-6110
www.mjhigginsnewcity.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Matthew McGuinness
Lenore Gavigan
April 2, 2021
Matt always made me laugh. I wanted to hug him even when he was driving me crazy in class. He will be remembered as one of my favorite students in a teaching career that spanned 50 years.
Bea & John Moffatt
April 14, 2014
From South Africa.
Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you all at this sad time on your great loss
May Mathew rest in peace.
Bea & John moffatt.
April 9, 2014
Again, on a light note, let me add an additional baseball incident that proves Matt's zany, quirky and unforgettable personality. We had runners on 2nd and 3rd (Albertus), with 1 out, and a 3-2 count on the Magnus hitter. (I forget who we were playing.) Matt was on 3rd - I was coaching 3rd base. Before the pitch, I told Matt you are going nowhere - it's 1 out and the bases are not loaded, "Right coach," says Matt - and then proceeds to nonchalant towards home, in a trot, as the opposing pitcher is delivering the ball. This unorthodox, unbelievable move by Matt apparently didn't phase the catcher as he calmly threw the ball back to the pitcher, as Matt crossed the plate. Of course the opposing pitcher was irate over the catcher's not knowing the situation, while the opposing manager was in a state of apoplexy as the Albertus batter (Matt) calmly stole home in a walk. After thus I called this play the "McGuiness secret weapon." I'm sure Matt's teaching this play in heaven to the angels who have a sort of perplexed look on their face.
I knew Matt as a teenage kid - and he was a wonderful, energetic, full of laughs young man. Rest In Peace, Matthew.
Coach M.
April 9, 2014
My deepest sympathy to the entire McGuiness Family. May Matthew rest in peace and sleep with our angels. R.I.P. Matthew.
Eileen Clarke
New York, NY
Leslie Mazzoli-Patriarca
April 9, 2014
Thoughts and prayers go out to the entire McGuinness Family. His true journey is just beginning.
April 9, 2014
My deepest sympathies to the entire McGuiness family. As Matt's baseball coach at Albertus Magnus, I always found him to be upbeat, positive and quite unique in his demeanor. Although he sometimes drove me "crazy" with his unorthodox shenanigans, his heart was always in the right place in competing in this great game that we all love and respect. As I look back, I remember one great talent of Matt's that I, foolishly, firmly endorsed. When an opposing pitcher had our number - which was quite often - Matt asked me if he could hit a line drive at his legs to incapacitate the pitcher. I said, "sure, why not," thinking that he couldn't perform that feat. Well, Matt did it two times (in today's politically correct climate, Matt and I would be permanently disbarred from high school baseball), and we won both games.
On an other occasion, we were playing Rye H.S., in a back-to back home and away series, and Matt got in a confrontation with the Rye first base man. Both players were ejected from the game, and thus by the rules, couldn't play the next game. When we ventured to Rye, in Westchester County, their coach, trying to pull a "fast one," said they never heard of such a rule in Westchester. I sort of felt that this unscrupulous coach was going to do something like this, so I brought Matt along "undressed" for baseball. When I found out that he was going to play his ejected player, I told Matt to get dressed and he was going to play. Of course, Matt, being super-man, hit a home run in the 7th inning, and we won the game. True, poetic justice!
Again, I am very sorry for your loss, and I will definitely make a donation to Albertus Magnus H.S. in Matt's name.
R.I.P. Matt
Tony Mastandrea
Coach M
Ramsey, NJ
stefanie carbone
April 8, 2014
Sending love and prayers to the whole McGuiness family for the tremendous loss of a beautiful person. May the Lord continue to comfort you all.
April 8, 2014
Dear Maura and Jack we were so sorry for your lost. You and your family are in our prayers. Pat and Theresa Galvin
April 8, 2014
Dear Maura and Jack we are so sorry for your lost. Our prayers and thoughts go out to you and the family . Pat and Theresa Galvin
Erica & John Maher
April 8, 2014
Love and prayers to the entire McGuinness family during this difficult time. Matt brought loads of laughter to so many around him both on and off the golf course. Rest in peace Matt.
April 8, 2014
McGuinees family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son and brother. I will remember you all in my prayers.
Maureen O'Connor Roberts
April 8, 2014
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Matthew was a great guy and we have some fun memories going back to our high school years at AMHS when we dragged him up as a youngster to bang on the heater at the top of the bleachers during basketball games! Wonderful memories for a WONDERFUL GUY! John and Pat Lavin Lennon
Pat Weber
April 8, 2014
So sorry for the lost of Matthew. We all pray for him
anonymous
April 8, 2014
matty, you have no idea how much you are missed. You lived every day like it was the 4th of July!
April 8, 2014
My condolences and prayers go out to the family and friends. I hope that the moments and laughter shared bring you peace during this difficult time. I pray that you can draw consolation and solace from the God of all comfort (2 Cor. 1:3)
April 8, 2014
Dear Maura and Jack, so sorry to hear of the loss of your son, Matthew, and of your brother, Larry. God be with you in this stressful time. Mary Gallagher
My thoughts and prayers are with Matt's family. It was great working with Matt at West 28th St. He certainly made every day interesting. God Bless.
Luis Suarez
April 8, 2014
Anonymous
April 8, 2014
Matt was an amazing person. He was so easy to talk to and always willing to help out. He will be soarly missed at Con Edison.
Golfing with Matt and his Friends
April 8, 2014
Dear Maura, Jack and Family
All my prayers to you, Matt was truly one of a kind. I was blessed to be called his friend. I will forever miss that friendship and all his humor.
Len Froio
Lisa Sladic (Rast)
April 7, 2014
Our prayers are with your family. May our dear Heavenly Mother enfold you in Her loving mantle. Matt's memory lives on in so many people to whom he brought smiles and laughter! Our family will offer a Rosary for you. God's peace be with you.
April 7, 2014
God bless you, Matt! I know you can get a game of stickball going with your NR and AM pals up there!
We will always remember your bright smile and sense of humor. You made this world a better place!
Watch over your loved ones and help them through the heartbreak. Peace and joy, forevermore,
Mary Cooney
Barbara & Richard Stumpf
April 7, 2014
Dear Maura, Jack & Family,
We were truly saddened to hear of Matt's passing. We will always think of him when we remember our early days in Garnerville. May you take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Kelly Naughton
April 7, 2014
Dear Maura, Jack & family, I am so very sorry to hear the news of Matt's passing. We are keeping all of you in our hearts and prayers. Sending our love,
Kelly N, Eric & Blake
Kathleen & Ralph Mallozzi
April 7, 2014
Dear Maura, Jack & family
We are so sorry to hear of Matt's passing. Our prayers go out to you and your family.
April 7, 2014
Our love and prayers sre with you Maura and Jack amd family. Such a digficult year for your family. Thank God for your faith. Love Aice and Denny
Joan & Tom Carroll
April 7, 2014
Dear Maura & Jack
We remember Matt as a young man at Albertus H.S. and were very sorry to hear of his passing
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Jim and Janette Major
April 7, 2014
Dear Jack and Maura,
Our condolences to you and the family on your loss of Matt. Our hearts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May he Rest in Peace.
Peggy Maher O'Meara
April 7, 2014
So very sorry to hear of Matt's passing. May he rest peacefully.
We wish you all God's strength and comfort during this difficult time.
Alberta Klein
April 7, 2014
I am so sorry to hear about Matthew. My thoughts and prayers go out to the McGuinness family.
Kristin O'Malley-Barnes
April 7, 2014
My heart goes out to the McGuiness family! Matt was loved by so many. I will always remember his smile and sense of humor! My St. Greg's memories are flooded with my great times with Matt. Rest in peace, my friend!
David Terveen
April 7, 2014
All my thoughts are with the McGuinness family at this time of loss
Michelle Furey
April 7, 2014
I was so sorry to hear about the passing of Matt. May his family find some comfort during this time of sorrow. Both he and his family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Marianne O'Connor
April 7, 2014
God Bless you Matt.
Until we meet again....
Your cousin,
Marianne
Kevin Roy
April 7, 2014
Rest in Peace Matt.
John Maher Sr.
April 7, 2014
I am so sorry to hear of Matt's passing.
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. We will keep him and all your family in our prayers
Marguerite and Dave Fusco
April 7, 2014
Matt was a great guy. Every time we met him he was so positive and friendly, and always had something funny to say. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. May he rest in peace.
Kevin Lucca
April 6, 2014
I am proud to have known you Matt. Then again....you knew a lot of people. Keep an eye on all of us and help inject some humor when we need it most. Peace to you. RIP
anonymous
April 6, 2014
GOD BLESS AND REST IN PEACE.
Lenore Gavigan
April 6, 2014
I tried to be a stern disciplinarian in the classroom, but Matt could always get me to laugh and then all the kids knew it was over--they had me--right in the palms of their hands. He would make me change assignments and test dates because they interfered with his athletic commitments. That smile and his "C'mon Gav - have a heart" will warm my heart forever.
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