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Mario Mattachione Obituary
age 82 of North Canton passed away unexpectedly on Aug. 14, 2015, due to a work related accident. He was born in Canton, a son of the late Joseph and Antoinette (DeCosmo) Mattachione. He attended The Ohio State University, Akron University and Western Michigan University, earning degrees in Electrical Engineering, and Educational Administration. He was a proud veteran who loved telling his students and family his “Army stories.” He owned his own electrical business while teaching Math at Lake and then North Canton City Schools. He then became and Assistant Principal at Hoover High School, followed by becoming Principal of the North Canton Middle School. Mario earned several tributes, most notably a Distinguished Educational Leadership Award, and was recognized with an Excellence in Education Honor. He was inducted into the NCCS Hall of Distinction.
Besides his parents he was preceded in death by his brothers Albert and Sam Mattachione, sisters Jean Perciballi, Mary Vertolli, and Lucy Hosner. Mario was a loving and devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He is survived by the love of his life, his wife of 58 years, Virginia R. (Meyer) Mattachione; sons Douglas and Joe (Gina) Mattachione; daughters Laura (Ed) Firth, Sue Oryszak, as well as six grandchildren Jonah and Michael Oryszak, Ellen and Ed Firth, Lynia and Samario Mattachione; sister Gloria Sikora and brother-in-law Albert Hosner. The family wishes to extend special thanks to Mario's nephew, Tommy Perciballi, who was with him to the end and demonstrates continual support to our entire extended family.
Family and friends will be received on Tuesday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Rossi Family Funeral Home. Private family services will be held. Interment will be in St. Peter Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the North Canton City Schools Educational Endowment Fund, www.northcantonschools.org, or any charity of your choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mario Mattachione
Guy Ransom
July 14, 2023
Mr. Matt suspended me to go get a haircut because my 'hippie' hair was too long! Despite that I always respected and liked him. He will be missed. He really liked the students, even when we were not on our best behavior. I still remember him this many years later.
Harold Oswald
August 10, 2020
We were neighbors with the Mattachiones. During the great snow storm in 77 or 78 our power was out for 4 days so no heat except a fireplace. Mario was one of 4 houses without power so he ran power from our neighbors behind each of us to our houses, We couldn't use more that one light and no electric stoves or TV, but we had light to see enough to get around the house and read. That's the kind of guy we lost 5 years ago.
November 16, 2015
Love you dad.
November 4, 2015
Love you dad.
Janet Palmer
August 28, 2015
The days are so sad at the sudden loss of your husband, Virginia. I wish to add my sincere condolences to you and your family as you travel through your grief. I remember the good relationship shared at Hoover High School between Mario and my late husband, Ty. May God's grace, peace, and love be felt by you in the days to come.
Joyce Spanakis
August 22, 2015
Dear Doug and family,
My prayers are with you at this difficult time. May your father's memory be eternal.
Demi Sutton
August 21, 2015
Sue, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. He seems like an amazing man. Thinking about you, sending hugs and prayers.
Cindy Snyder
August 21, 2015
"Mr. Matt" was the best boss. He was always kind and thoughtful and supportive. He appreciated the arts, especially my orchestra program. He will be greatly missed.
Les & Mary Mohler
August 20, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Mattachione family. Mr. Matt truly cared about each and every one of his students. He will always be fondly remembered and greatly missed!
Les ('76) and Mary ('78) Mohler
Bia Mercado
August 20, 2015
I'm so sorry for your loss. Know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Ken & Cathy Stephen
August 19, 2015
We extend our deepest sympathy to the Mattachione family in their loss of a wondeful man. He was first "Uncle Mario" to us and then later he was Principal to our sons in North Canton at the High School and Middle School. May God give peace and comfort to his family.
Ken & Cathy Stephen---North Canton, OH
Jules and Dawna Polachek
August 19, 2015
Sweet Laura and family, our hearts ache for your loss. We are praying for you to have strength and peace through this time. Please know that we love you and are here for you. May God bless you.
Laura Maurer
August 18, 2015
Our deepest condolences to The Mattachione family. Mr Matt will always be remembered as a kind man who cared for each student from the bottom of his heart. He always wanted what was best for each of us. I loved working in the office for him. His kindness was shown through his big smile each day. He will be remembered fondly! Laura & Mike Maurer (class '76)
Juanita Martin
August 18, 2015
There are educators who touch lives in many ways. Mario was one of a kind for his dedication and love of God and family. He was one of a kind who took seriously responsibility for his work and delivered never forgetting his influence in pupils' lives. His humor and smiles will forever be remembered. May his family find peace and solace.
Stephanie Skemp
August 18, 2015
I just have to add several more fond memories of Mr. Matt. Once I had a study hall filled with male athletes who knew my younger brother. The study hall was interrupted by lunch in the middle and nearly daily the guys passed gas and laughed like crazy after lunch. I got fed up with their antics and issued about a dozen detentions. Mr. Matt had them in his hand when he motioned me into his office and said, "Detentions for farting?" He suggested that I could be more creative and I determined that if they were disruptive, the next day they'd have to wait 1-5 minutes to go to lunch. It worked like a dream! Another time I was grumbling that our textbook was stupid and I'd like to throw it out the window and just teach what I wanted, especially give the students more practice in speaking Spanish rather than memorize grammar. Mr. Matt encouraged me to throw the book out the window and do what I felt was best. He was the best!
Stephanie Skemp
August 18, 2015
Dear Mattachione family: Mario was the best boss I've ever had. I have so many fond memories of his caring, intelligence and humor when I taught at Hoover HS. Once I sent a student to his office who had told an inappropriate joke in my class . The student 's punishment was to tell Mr. Matt the joke. I don't recall the joke other than that the punch line had Uranus in it. The student was duly embarrassed and Mr. Matt held his laughter until the student exited. I cried and hugged him goodbye in his office when he retired from the HS. A wonderful man who cared deeply about others. I'll never forget him.
August 18, 2015
Please accept our condolences and prayer. I am so sorry for your loss. Marianne and John Lanni
Janice Mikolajczak
August 18, 2015
Laura, I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Please know that I am praying for you and your family in this time of grief.
August 18, 2015
Hi all,
I am so sorry to hear about your dad! I would be happy to play a song at the funeral service either solo or with Laura. I have 3 violins that she can choose from and lots of music choices also. I will see you later today. -Sharon Nauman (Hausenfleck)
August 18, 2015
To Sue and all of her family: My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you for your loss.
Joan Metzger Houck
Cindy
August 18, 2015
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Mrs. Firth, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Victor Stefan
August 18, 2015
God bless your family Peace and gods love of healing
Jack Mattachione
August 18, 2015
In the beginning the only thing that existed was a divine spirit, formless, peaceful, and full of unconditional love. There was only infinite darkness because there was no mirror for it to see itself. The Devine spirit could feel itself, and it felt wonderful and then it had a strong desire to see itself. So, it created you, and it could see itself in you because you are the mirror. You reflected its beauty, and soon as it sees itself in you, its heart is full of love for you. The Devine spirit wants to see you again, and the desire is strong that it creates you once again in our memories as we carry you spirit through our lives. You are never alone and God will always be with you. The Devine spirit is our light, our soul, our life energy which passes through matter and creating a different form. This is the interaction of our eternal life which creates the stars and how we create matter. Matter is just a reproduction of light. And we, light, we, God, manifest in billions of different creations to explore and celebrate life. I know Uncle Mario your spirit will live forever through the energy you shared with each of us and your light will shine long past the days we are placed here temporarily to enjoy memories of you in our moments light and in life. Thank you for sharing your life moments and your refection to each of us. May you enjoy your new journey into the cosmos of life and may your spirit and energy continue to touch us. Love you, and the Mario Mattachione Family and you are in my prayers. Namaste, Om Shanti, Shanti, Shanti!
August 18, 2015
I am deeply sorry to hear of my friend Mario's untimely passing--He will be missed by many--especially the Tolarchyk family(Walt,Sue,Lyn & David.May God be with all of you in your time of need.
Sandy J.
August 17, 2015
So sorry to hear about Mr. Mattachione. He will be missed my kids.
August 17, 2015
MY CONDOLENCES TO THE MATTACHIONE FAMILY IN YOUR LOSS. MARIO WILL BE REMEMBERED BY MANY IN THE NORH CANTON COMMUNITY. SINCERELY JUDY BROWN
August 17, 2015
Many wonderful memories of Mr. Matt when we worked together in the North Canton City Schools. He was always helpful to me. I remember him showing up with a smile and a box of donuts! My condolences to the entire family. Trudy Jones
Richard Taylor
August 17, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
PHIL FASHIAN
August 17, 2015
Mr Matt was a wonderful man and neighbor. So sorry to hear this and be glad to be of service if needed by family. I still in life insurance business if you need help with claim forms etc.
Michelle Fashian Montgomery
August 17, 2015
Mr Matt meant a lot to me and my brother when we went to Hoover being our neighbor and friends with his son Joe he would look out for us with his stern but kind way. And more recently with my sons with a wave and a smile since we became neighbors again. My sympathy to the family and any help needed please just knock on the door. Michelle Fashian Montgomery and family
Tim Himebaugh
August 17, 2015
I was deeply sorry to hear of Uncle Marios'accident,I will always remember the fun times running back & forth between the Mattachiones'& the Himebaughs'on Marquardt as a kid,running to willowdale lake to go swimming or sleeping out in the camper in the driveway. Mrs.Matt.Sue,Doug,Laurie,& Joey you are in our prayers!
Scott Longenecker
August 17, 2015
My condolences to Sue and the Mattachione family.
Jim Schweizer
August 17, 2015
My deepest of sympathies to the Mattachione family, friends and extended family. Although I did not know "Uncle Mario" personally, my Uncle Tom Perciballi loved his Uncle Mario and shared stories of him with me. Like his uncle, my uncle Tom is a man of integrity, strength and love of family. I am sorry for the loss of such a great man.
Amy Schmitt
August 17, 2015
What a testimony to the kind of man Mario Mattachione was! Message after message describing a man who went above and beyond the call, caring for, teaching, and mentoring those around him. What an incredible blessing to have known him-to have been his friend, his child, his wife. I am praying that your precious memories of him will carry you and give you comfort as you grieve.
Joyce Ludden Cooper
August 17, 2015
Mr. Mattachione was a wonderful math teacher and a great person. I enjoyed his classes at Hoover High in the late 1960s. Maybe he was part of the reason I became a math teacher. Oh, yes. One more thing. I remember earning extra credit on a test for knowing how to spell his full name!
Brieanna Spence
August 17, 2015
So sorry to hear of Mr. Mattachione's passing.
Marian Knipfer
August 17, 2015
So sorry for your loss. I taught with Mario at Hoover and he was a gentleman and a gentle man.
August 17, 2015
So sorry to hear of Mario's passing. My husband, Jim Bussard, taught with Mario at Hoover HS and also worked many summers with him. They were really good friends. He has touched so many life's in his years in education. It was a pleasure having know him. God bless his family in this time of sorrow.
August 17, 2015
We were very sad to hear of Mario's passing. He will be greatly missed by our office! He always came in with a smile on his face and will be greatly missed. Our sincerest condolences to Virginia and family.
Dr. Yarnevich and staff
August 17, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you, such a wonderful man. The Mallady Family
Celeste Hunter
August 17, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones. Your Gotha family loves you.
Anne and Pat Chang
August 17, 2015
We are thinking of you all as you go through this difficult time, particularly sending our love and support to Joe, Gina, Lynia and Sammy.
August 16, 2015
He was the best math teacher one could hope for. My condolences to your family
Valerie Burgess
August 16, 2015
Laura, so sorry for the loss of your father. Please know you are in my prayers.
Nannette C.
August 16, 2015
My sincerest condolences to the family. You're in my heart and prayers.
Matt Owens
August 16, 2015
So Sorry for your loss. Laura, you and your family are in my prayers.
August 16, 2015
My prayers and thoughts are with you at this time so sorry for your loss
Elizabeth Geckler
August 16, 2015
What an AMAZING man. So sorry for the loss.
Mark Wiley
August 16, 2015
He was a warm man who everyone respected, and really managed the school well. Leadership mixed with humor. He showed respect and fairness to all the students.
August 16, 2015
Rest in peace Mr Mattachone. My sincere condolences to the entire family.
-Dawn Wilkinson (student of NCCS) class of '94
Dwight Beadle
August 16, 2015
On behalf of the Dwight E. "Bunny" Beadle, Sr, and Dwight "Skip" Beadle, Jr. and Family, our sympathy to all in the loss of your loved one. Such a nice man...always respectful of others; treating each with kindness.
Susan Packer
August 16, 2015
My thoughts and prayers go out for Laura and her family in these grief filled days and months. Just reading the comments left by those who knew your dad are a true testament to the "Very Best" inspiration that a teacher is for students, a principal is for teachers, and most importantly what a father gives a daughter!!!
Dee Perrine
August 16, 2015
You will always be UNCLE MARIO to me. Your smiling face will be greatly missed by us at Hosner Carpet One. We always looked forward to your visits.
May you rest in peace and your family be held in the palm of God's comforting hand.
jeff esmont
August 16, 2015
Very fond of Mr Mattachone, he was a great Ambassodor for Hoover High! I'll always remember The look he'd give me, it seemed as if he came out of no where....like a ninja, I knew then it was time to straighten up. Condolences to his Family...., Doug, Joe, Sue
Patty McDonald
August 16, 2015
My condolences to Sue and The Mattachione family.
August 16, 2015
I wish to add my condolences to the family. Mr. Mattachione was one of my favorite teachers. Sue was a good friend throughout high school. He will be greatly missed. Linnea Studer Davis, Delaware, Ohio
Barbara Smith Bayless
August 16, 2015
Deepest sympathy to Virginia and the entire Mattichione family. Mr. Mattichione was my favorite math teacher at Hoover High School. I think I had him two different years. He was such a wonderful person and a great teacher.
Greg and Cheryle Miller
August 16, 2015
Condolences to the Mattachione family. We truly loved that man. He will always be known to us as our favorite electrian.
Sue Patton Malloy
August 16, 2015
Mr. Mattachione was a great teacher who had that special ability to connect to his students not only with great knowledge but with humor and caring. Thoughts and prayers to his family.
Danette Zane
August 16, 2015
I am so sorry about the loss of the family of Mario j. Mattachione.May god be with you all.
August 16, 2015
My prayers and condolences go out to my dearest Laura (My Caramel sister). Though I never physically met Mr Mattachione, I knew him through Laura. Laura is not only very talented musically but like her father she is an awesome educator and could fix just about anything! I remember the stories she shared of how she shadowed her father as he displayed his craftsmanship always working on something and she makes him proud because she will not hesitate to fix it. Her love for education is also at estimate to his influence because again I would not trade the guidance and support in our educational journey. So Laura, you and your family should cherish the memories that will last forever.
Love, Angela (Candy twin)
Gotha Middle School
Windermere Florida
August 16, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with you Laura (my Caramel twin) and your family. Even though I never physically met your father, I knew him from what he instilled in you. You are one of the most resourceful women I have had the pleasure of working with. I am blessed to have you in my life as a coworker and a friend, never hesitating to share your vast wisdoms. I know most of your fix it skills came from your relationship with your father. So Laura, you and your family should cherish your memories and remember him for the strong man he was.
Love, Angela (Candy)
Gotha Middle School
Windermere Fl
Dawn Clark
August 16, 2015
What a nice man he was. My husband and I are so glad we had the opportunity to meet him. we are so sorry for your families loss.
From:Tim and Dawn Clark
Perry Hillman
August 16, 2015
I went to Hoover High when Mr. Matt was the assistant,-principal. I always liked him because he treated us kids with respect and fairness. My condolences to his family.
Gary Seeley
August 16, 2015
My sympathy to Sue and the Mattachione family.
August 16, 2015
Mr. Mattachione was a great teacher and human being. My sympathies go out to all his family. Robert Mundorff
Sue Kerman Hitchcock
August 16, 2015
My heartfelt sympathy to his family. Mr. Matt was always an inspiration to me and the reason I became a math teacher. God Bless
August 16, 2015
So very sad to hear the news. Prayers and thoughts to Laura and her mother, sister and brothers. He was a wonderful man.
Karen Butler
Orlando, Florida
Kristin Richner
August 16, 2015
So sorry to hear this. He was a great man who touched many lives!
Laura Donnelly
August 16, 2015
Matt was always there for the staff at NCMS. He took the ENTIRE staff to an Ohio Ed. Conference one year. Something that was the 'talk' of the conference attendees. He had always given with love, without judgement of others. May love and peace fall upon his family during this time of sorrow.
Kelleen Davis
August 16, 2015
I had the privilege of working with Mr. Matt @ NCMS before he retired. He taught me so much about being a quality educator! He truly was a great man! He will be missed. I have many fond memories of my early teaching years due to Mr. Matt's leadership & guidance. Our staff was like a family because of Mr. Matt. He truly followed his passion through his teaching. Thank you for all your dedication Mr. Matt. " It's a great life!"
Christy Weaver
August 15, 2015
Mr Matt was one of the most amazing men I ever had the pleasure to meet. He gave his everything to open up so many opportunities for students during their time with him. He will be forever missed and always thought of fondly. My condolences to the family and prayers for your peace. Rest well, your gentle soul.
Lourie Staib
August 15, 2015
Mr. & Mrs. Mattachione drove a Winnebago full of us teenage girls to Kings Island in 1975 for our Senior trip. They were both wonderful. We had the best time with them. He was a great Assistant Principal at Hoover. Lourie Staib
Heidi Outzen (Sogan)
August 15, 2015
My condolences to the Mattachione family. He was a principal who really cared about the kids !
Renie Britenbucher
August 15, 2015
Dear Sue and Family,
I am sad to read about your dad and grandfather. He was a very sweet guy and I shared some laughs with him. I send my sincere condolences, love and prayers.
A friend an parent
August 15, 2015
For all you gave to so many of us and to the community,for all you taught us,for all of the lives you effected in such a positive way and for all the love you shared with so many ....we thank you. God speed dear soul
Mark Gold
August 15, 2015
I am inconsolable, an extremely special man my teacher, my mentor, my friend we lost yesterday. Mario meant more to me than all of those things. Like a father, he was always there for me and I truly love him like a father. I can not believe my time with him last week will be my last time for the rest of my life. Mario I wish you all of the peace and warmth heaven holds , my God hold you close. You will be in my heart forever and I am honored to have known you and to have called you a dear and treasured friend.
To his family I am truly sorry for your loss. May God comfort you and all who love him in this time of great sorrow.
kelly baker
August 15, 2015
So sorry for the loss of Mr. Matt. He was the asst principal at north canton high school. He will be missed
Kerin Green-Parrack
August 15, 2015
My condolences to the Mattachione family. He was a wonderful man and I remember him fondly as my middle school principal. May you all find peace in this difficult time.
Deborah Davenport
August 15, 2015
Mr. Mattachione was definitely one of a kind. He was in it for the love of kids and education. He made my high school years awesome! He will be sorely missed by all of the Davenport family. Our sympathy goes out to all of his wonderful family. May God Bless you all at this time and always!
Mark Gold and Barbara Scarbrough
August 15, 2015
Mario was a GREAT man, a loving man and a kind gentle soul. The contributions he made to generations changed so many lives in a positive way.
There are no words to express the loss that is felt through out North Canton. Truly one of the best people we have ever known. Our hearts are broken and our deepest sympathy is with his family and his wife who he cherished with all his heart and was proud to say so. Mario we love you and you will be in our hearts forever. Bless you
Jenny (McLinden) Bachtel
August 15, 2015
My most sincere condolences to each of you. I remember Mr. Mattachione with respect and fondness. May God Bless you.
August 15, 2015
My condolences to the family. I had the privilege of knowing Mario through the North Canton Schools. What a fun loving, enthusiastic spirit he had! Cyndi Luke
Kathy Myers-Fielding
August 15, 2015
Mr. Matt,looking back, I realize how much he really cared. He went above and beyond to see that we got an education. Prayers for your family.
Craig Barnard
August 15, 2015
Mario was my math teacher in High School. Along with being a great principal and a wonderful educator, he was a very wonderful person. I will miss him.
Anne Burgess
August 15, 2015
Rest in peace.
Barb Semple
August 15, 2015
RIP Mr. Matt, love Barb Semple and Chris Horton
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