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Garrett Blake Metacarpa
1979 - 2016
Garrett Blake Metacarpa
1979 - 2016
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Garrett Metacarpa Obituary
An Army Combat Medic, Garrett served his country in Iraq from 2003 to 2004. He was the recipient of several decorations including the Army Commendation Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon and the Combat Medical Badge.
A devoted teaching assistant at The State University of New York at Albany, he had earned two Bachelor degrees and was in the SUNY MBA program at the time of his death.
A serious runner and bodybuilder, Garrett was also a black belt in karate. He still holds the record for the highest physical fitness scores at Fort Jackson.
He loved music, movies and all sports. Garrett was always generous, compassionate and quick to help friends or strangers in need.
Garrett is preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Dr. Otto Carabba and paternal grandparents, Dick and Rose Metacarpa. Survivors include his parents, Robert and Christy Metacarpa; brother Justin Metacarpa; grandmother Mary Carabba; aunts Suzanne Carabba, Cindy Bambach (Bobby) and Vicki Santoro (Phil); several cousins and numerous friends, especially Glenn Read and Alex Monastyrentko.
Mass will be held at St. Bede Catholic Church, 3686 Ironbound Rd., Williamsburg, VA 23188 on Monday, April 25th at 11:00am. Interment will be Wednesday, April 27th at 2:30pm at St. Bede Catholic Church Columbarium. Online condolences to the family may be made at www.NelsenCares.com
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Donny
March 18, 2017
I really love you Alot Garret!!
I recently have been looking for you and Justin like Crazy and Im very sad to read this....
You and Justin and mom and dad were always good friends and I will miss you buddy!!
Love,
Your friend Donny
Mayra Falcon
September 26, 2016
Garrett ill never forget the day i met you , you were such an awesome kind heart guy very welcoming and a great listener we had some many conversations and so many laughter's i hope u rest in peace bud and ill miss u but one day we will see each other again ... gone but never forgotten
Jason Zirpoli
August 26, 2016
My condolences to the family. I got to know Garrett very well over the past 10-12 years. He was an awesome guy with a very charismatic personality. He will truly be missed
Terry O'Donnell
May 31, 2016
Mr. & Mrs. Metacarpa, Justin and family, I am shocked to hear this. I have so many great childhood memories playing on that corner of Linden Ct. and Acorn Ave with Garrett and friends. When I worked at the Y, he was one of those guys you could count on seeing every single day hitting the gym. What an amazing life he went on to lead. My prayers are with you.
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JP Day
May 30, 2016
My family and I send our deepest condolences. He was a great friend from as far back as I can remember. I have so many great memories of basketball,football, billiards, ping pong in the basement... And just growing up together. I am still in shock about the news, but hope he has found a peaceful place to lay until we see each other again.
Mbuyi Mbuyi
May 7, 2016
Garrett had such a beautiful light. He was a very kind, talented person, who had the ability to put a smile on anyones face, and look at the world in a way that few people could. I doubt I'll ever meet someone like him. He will always be in my thoughts. I am glad to have known him as a friend.
Brian Godbout
May 2, 2016
So sorry to hear the sad news. He was a close childhood friend. Thoughts and prayers go out to his family....
Cindy Godbout
May 2, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Garrett was a kind and loving child who loved sports and hanging out with his buddies. He will always be in our hearts. Cindy and Arch Godbout
Joel Davis
April 27, 2016
Dear Christy, family, friends and loved ones.
As Christy knows I worked with Garrett here at UAlbany; however, also shared many personal conversations about our service backgrounds, school, and fitness (seeking his advice on how to stay in my pants :)) among many other topics.
I truly enjoyed every opportunity I had to speak with Garrett and I am deeply saddened to hear of his loss. Garrett treated me with nothing less than the utmost respect and courtesy (I am a retired service member myself, although suspect he would have regardless) and I really did enjoy our long talks (although honestly, I talked more than he did many times as he was also a great listener).
I know that no words I can offer here will ease much if any of the pain you are all experiencing; however, I wanted to share that I truly did find Garrett to be an incredibly intelligent and caring person and I admired his dedication, enthusiasm and spirithe will be deeply missed!
Wishing you all strength and comfort during this incredibly difficult time!
With deepest sympathy,
Joel Davis Director, Student Financial Center and Veteran Services at the University at Albany.
Sarah R
April 25, 2016
I was so sorry to hear about Garrett. In the short time I knew him, I found him to be a really sweet person. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
April 25, 2016
Dearest Christy and family, words cannot express how sad I am about your loss! Garrett was so very special in so many ways! He was so accomplished and kind. May Garrett rest in peace. May you all feel peace in loving memories of happier times. With much love and prayers, Judi Horton
Ryan Deyette
April 22, 2016
Garrett I hope you truly have found peace in a better place. I am sorry brother. I am sorry I wasn't there when I could have been. I am sorry I didn't look harder. You are truly missed bro.
Ryan
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