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Paul Matteucci Obituary
Paul John Matteucci, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away March 13, 2017 at age 79. He is survived by his wife, Judy (Christianson) to whom he was married for 54 years with the hope of many more to come. Paul was born in Albuquerque on November 18, 1937.
He graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1955, University of New Mexico in 1959, and University of Wyoming School of Law in 1962. He went on to practice law with his father, Gino J. Matteucci, for many years and became a well-respected member of the legal community. Later in life he worked at developing commercial real estate in Albuquerque.
He is also survived by his son, David, and his wife, Kendra, and their children, Kayla and Seth; his son, Brian, and his wife, Mary, and their children, Tiffany, Madeline, Megan, and Luke; and his daughter, Paula, and her husband, Sam Maclay, and their children Will and Jane. He is survived by his brother, Raymond Matteucci and wife, Lisa and their son Mark and family, and was preceded in death by their parents, Gino and Lidia Matteucci. He is also survived by his beloved cousins, Edward Matteucci, Renzo Petroni and wife, Norma and family, Derek Matteucci, Thomas Matteucci, and Gary Chorre. He was blessed to love his parents and brothers-in-law, HL and Lorraine Christianson and Val and Eric Christianson and family. Paul treasured the closeness he shared with the parents of his children's spouses, Tony and Joan Lucero, Nancy Covalt and Bill and Marilyn Bademan.
Paul was an avid golfer for many decades and enjoyed a good game of poker. While he was not a fan of deep sea fishing and was an unaccomplished skier, he was an incredibly devoted Lobo fan. Paul loved to tell a good story and share memories with the treasured friends he made over a lifetime in this community. He listened well and then gave great advice and offered his support when needed. He worried, because he cared. His family was his greatest joy, and he delighted in many family â€"sometimes extended family â€" gatherings over the years, especially Christmas dinner and, in more recent years, the annual San Diego summer vacation complete with poolside Mai Tais with Judy and grandchildren growing up before his eyes.
A Celebration of Life Open House will be held April 2, 2017 from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Albuquerque Country Club. Paul was a generous man and supported many good causes over the years. If desired, and in lieu of flowers, feel free to make a memorial contribution to the organization of your choosing. Please visit our online guestbook for Paul at
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Memories and Condolences
for Paul Matteucci
Edwin Chavez
March 8, 2019
Paul was "STRAIGHT AS AN ARROW" "TALL AS A TREE" "AND A HEART FULL OF BLESSINGS AND GOOD THOUGHTS" Straight ahead Paul the sky is your green!
Luke Matteucci
January 15, 2018
I know this is long overdue, but as one of Paul's many grandchildren, I have taken this past year to reflect on my life with the man. I come now to think of him as a hero, as surreal as it may seem. Not in the since that he saved me, but in it that I have now grown a year older without him. Papa was there for his grandchildren, watching their soccer games, commonly attending their activities, he was always so loving of us. I look back now, and think about the night he passed away, I think of the love he shared with me and my family, and I think of the love he and grandma Judy shared throughout their 54 year marrige. I was not lucky enogh to have grown passed my teen years with him, but I feel him with me, the love he left. I will miss you Papa. Your loving Grandson, Luke
Clarence Bass
April 12, 2017
Paul and I were lifelong friends. We grew up in the same neighborhood and drove to Santa Fe together to take the bar exam. We never lost contact. He and Judy were a great help to me after my divorce, and welcomed Carol, now my wife of 48 years and counting. He was a wonderful friend and respected by everyone. So long ole pal. Our very best to Judy, their children, grandchildren, and huge extended family. Clarence and Carol Bass
Duke Thornton
March 19, 2017
Paul was a good friend and a better example of a good honest lawyer . He was always available with his friendly smile. Albuquerque has lost one of it's best.
Duke Thornton
OFFCenter Community Arts Project
March 19, 2017
OFFCenter Community Arts Project is saddened by the news of Paul Matteucci's passing. He has been the landlord for OFFCenter for over 10 years and has been supportive of their mission in difficult times, which is highly appreciated. Our community sends its sincere condolences to all his family.
One of the many times we saw Paul and Judy at ACC. Always so happy together.
DJ Akin
March 19, 2017
March 19, 2017
Dear David, Kendra, Seth and Matteucci Family,
We were deeply saddened to hear of your loss. We offer our sincere sympathy. May God bless you and your family as you grieve for your father and as you cherish the wonderful memories as he lives in your heart forever.
Love and blessings always,
Reyes & Cordelia Garcia
(Lino's grandparents)
Bob Martin
March 19, 2017
A wonderful man - strong but gentle, his intelligence was a gift rather than a weapon, a fine attorney. we will miss him.
Marylin Nichols
March 18, 2017
Dear Matteucci Family, I was so saddened to hear about Paul's death. Please accept my sincerest condolences to all of you. I know your loving memories of him will bring you peace, comfort and joy in the days to come.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Love you all dearly, Marylin
Tiffany Matteucci
March 18, 2017
I miss you more than you know, Papa. Thank you for bringing me into your family when Dad and Mom got married. I was and still am so blessed to be called your granddaughter. I love you- always and forever.
Tammy Jones
March 18, 2017
Dear Judy and the Matteucci family,
Our deepest condolences to all of you over the loss of dear Paul. He was a kind and caring man and we were so blessed to have him as our neighbor for many years. We are forever grateful for the help he gave to Tammy when she had her bike accident. He was never too busy to stop and chat and always gave a big smile and wave as he drove by our house. He will be missed by our family.
With love,
The Jones-Wirth's (Tammy, Rachel, Parker, Tanner, and Tessa)
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