John M. Mate Jr.

I only knew John late in his life. He was larger than life even then and made me feel as though I was his son! We shared memories thoughts and attidudes about many things and most often aggreed totally.
On the rare occasions, I or Carol & I might beat him in Penuckle he would always think I had some sort of system or method he couldn't figure out ~ ya, dumb luck.
I will always remember him as both a father figure and a buddy / close friend: & miss his terribly.

so sorry for your loss wish we could of been there

So sorry for your loss wish we could of been there for you.
love Cecelia

we will all miss uncle picky as he was the inspiration for the mate family when mom was growing up. our prayers are with you all. may god bless his family during this trying time, and know that God is Good all the time.

Dear Jean and family
Sorry to hear about John's death. He was a friend as well as a brother-in-law.

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

i join all of the family in mourning the passing uncle picky. although i have not seen him in recent years, i sure have plenty of very fond memories of him when i was growing up in ohio and i will always remember his happy nature which i think defined him. he will surely be missed but also remembered fondly.