Matthew T. "Matt" Feeney Sr.

Matthew Feeney Obituary

Matthew T.

Feeney, Sr. "Matt"

Matthew T. Feeney Sr. age 52, of Wilmington, DE, passed away on Friday January 28, 2011, in the Christiana Hospital, Newark, DE.

Born in Philadelphia, PA Matt was the son of the late James F. Feeney and is survived by his mother, Mary Kozikowski.

Though only 52, Matt achieved near legendary status among his peers in the auto salvage industry due to his extraordinary work ethic, loyalty, irrepressible sense of humor and of course his often imitated but never matched booming voice. There is no doubt that many of Matt's mentors, including Muzzy Crescenzo and Joe "Pop" Morgan were among the first to welcome him to heaven.

Matt's family as well as his large circle of friends, are afforded some small measure of comfort knowing that in his all too brief earthly existence, he truly lived life to the fullest. At the time he left us Matt was a very content man who fully appreciated the simple truly important things in life (family, friendship and home). Though he will be terribly missed, it will be impossible to remember Matt without a smile or a laugh. What a wonderful legacy for a wonderful man.

Matt is survived by his wife Polly Lucas, his sons: Matthew Feeney Jr. and Zachery Feeney; grandchildren: Ethan, Madison and Reese, brothers: John and James Feeney, sisters: Mary Hendrickson and Patricia Whittaker and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral Service will be celebrated on Thursday February 3, at 6 pm, at the Newark United Methodist Church, 69 E. Main St., Newark, DE where family and friends may visit from 4-6 pm. Burial will be held at a later date at the family's convenience.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Matt's memory to the Matthew Feeney Memorial Fund, C/O Wilmington Trust, 100 N. James St., Newport, DE 19804, Attn: Diane Franchetti. Arrangements by:

DOHERTY

FUNERAL HOMES

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Published by The News Journal from Feb. 1 to Feb. 2, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Matthew Feeney

13 Entries

Nina Houston-Colegrove

March 4, 2011

I'm sorry for your loss Feeney family. I went to school with Matt. He could always make me laugh! Truly a good guy!

Bill & Cindy Blevins

February 28, 2011

You will always be in our thoughts and our hearts.

Susan (Harrell) Whaley

February 3, 2011

Mary, John and Family,
I was so sorry to hear that your brother, Matt, had passed away. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Susan (Harrell) Whaley
CHS Class of 1971
Sebastian, FL

Andrea Hebb Pennell

February 2, 2011

I knew Matt from 1st grade thru high school...always a good looker and a great personallity. Although, I haven't seen him in many, many years, I will always remember the great days we had growing up together. Prayers and thoughts go out to his family.

Andrea Hebb Pennell

Cyndy McLeod Pitcher

February 2, 2011

I grew up with Matt in Robscott and although I hadn't seen him in years, I am truly sorry to hear about his passing. He was always great fun and we had a blast together hanging out on the back road, racing dirt bikes and having bonfires. He was always laughing and mischievous. My sincere sympathies to his family and friends. RIP my friend!

Tina Lloyd-Bailey

February 1, 2011

I knew Matt as a classmate at Glasgow High School. I remember him as always smiling and laughing as we passed in the halls. He was called home way too soon and will be missed by all who knew him.My heartfelt prayers go out to his family and all the other classmates and friends who knew him. Rest in peace Matt and keep smiling in the hallways of heaven. Tina (Lloyd) Bailey

Mark Klosowski

February 1, 2011

Matt and I knew each other from the salvage business. May God bless you and be with your family.

Cindy Guerrazzi (Zebrook)

February 1, 2011

I knew Matt from grade school and also when he worked at the Christiana mall, so he touched many lives. He was always a good guy-- May he rest in peace.

David Montgomery

February 1, 2011

May God be with you, and your family in this of need.

john landau

February 1, 2011

i grew up with matt and we hung out in robscott every day. we used to play baseball together at mcvey all summer. great great guy. not sure why we were such good friends considering how different we were, but we had a ton of laughs together. will always remember him with a big smile on his face. sorry for your loss..

Cindy Carey

February 1, 2011

I went to Glasgow with Matt and I guess you can say Matt was a class clown he would always make someone laugh and smile.. It was always fun to be around Matt he had away about him that would make your day now Matt can keep doing what hes does best and still make others laugh and smile... I will miss Matt he was a good friend too! GOD BLESS U Matt ......
Your Friend Cindy Carey
Class of "76"

I do not have a picture of Matt to place here...

Ann-Marie Lloyd-Jordan

February 1, 2011

I have known Matt since I was 12 years old. One of the first encounters with Matt, was when he worked at the theater in Castle Mall, he let Jane Lavelle and I get in to see "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory". I was very happy about that!

Brett Annand

February 1, 2011

RIP Matt!

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