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Steve Friedman
July 3, 2024
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Deborah Scotto
July 4, 2021
If we could change something in our lives I can guess undoubtedly what that would be. It would be to have you back here with your family where you belong. It´s been an agonizing 13 years for your family. Life goes on but the heart remains damaged and frozen in time and no amount of comforting words changes that. I hope that you are accomplishing in heaven all the goals you didn´t get the opportunity to fulfill here on earth. I can only hope that you and Jared are a team to be reckoned with. Kisses and hugs to you.
All my love your heartbroken Momxoxo
July 3, 2021
My Matty, On July 8,2008 you went to sleep & never woke up from a simple common surgery & my life changed forever. I´ll never understand why my perfectly healthy young baby son at 18 with a bright future & loved by all had to be taken when your life was just your was just starting. God only takes the good I´m told over & over, but still that´s not fair your leaving us was so traumatizing that 13 years later I still cringe at the thought of you not being here with us where you belong. Many things have changed since then both your brothers are married & they make sure their children know you as we did. I believe you have to know you have 1 niece & 4 nephews who love you & always speak of you because we always share stories about you & they love you & speak of you so much that it´s hard to believe that they never met you. I know your watching over & protecting them because they have said they saw you. Please always watch over all of us & know you will always be carried in my heart. Until we meet again I´ll love you & miss you more then life
MomXoxo
ryan trockel
October 15, 2012
matty its been 4 years, seems like yesterday we were in spanish class joking around laughing like we always did. miss you brother we know your looking down on us protecting us smiling like always. miss you bro wish you were still here hanging out like we used to. never forget
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Kimberly Nguyen
July 11, 2011
My heart goes out to your family ! I'm sorry for your loss .
Until we meet again your heart broken Mom xoxoxo
July 9, 2011
To my beautiful blue eyed baby son Matty, It's been 3yrs now that I have'nt seen you kissed you hugged you and yet I still cant believe that you are not here with us. Matt I don't know how I made it this far without you. I can't stop crying for you the tears are endless.I feel as if I am being choked slowly because this is agony living without one of my children. I am broken hearted. No parent is ever prepared to have a child taken away so suddenly ripped out of our lives. I always will question why!!! Why Lord did you take my son from me, you gave me these 3 beautiful children only to take one of them back without any warning. How am I supposed to recover from this? How can you expect me to be who I was before you ripped my heart out... Matt only you and the Lord our God know the answer as to why!!! Now I have got to try to be strong for your brothers and Daddy and that is the hardest thing I ever had to do in my life. I pray that you are happy in heaven and that we all will be together as a family again. I pray to our blessed Mother to hold you in her holy arms until I can again. Now ,forever and always you will be my baby. You are so missed and loved and you will never be forgotten I can promise you . Please watch over your brothers,keep them safe and bring them happiness again, also watch over Paige she is getting up there in age and she gives us all strengh and love. Matthew please watch over Dad & Mom as well. I love and miss you always my baby....
Andrew Muscat
July 8, 2011
Rip matt i love you and miss you everyday im looking at pictures sitting here an it feels like we oy took
These days ago ... I
Miss you brother rip
Andrew Muscat
July 8, 2011
Worda cant express what you mean to me. I love you matt, you were my other brother and i miss being able to tell you everything and to experience everything together, not a day goes by i dont think of you . RIP matt we all miss you and know your watching down on us keeping everyone safe
Anthony Savino
July 8, 2011
To know him was to love him is a perfect phrase that has been associated with Matt. It is also a vast understatement. We love u always and forever Matty.
Maria Caponi
July 8, 2011
Matt today is your 3rd anniversary in heaven. You are truly missed by your family and friends. I know you are an angel looking down on us and keeping us safe. We miss you Matt!
Steven Thomas
July 7, 2011
As I pick up the daily newspaper and scan through today’s latest and greatest “breaking news,” I am continuously reminded; of the tragedies happening all around us. I am reminded of the political unrest in the world which is greatly evident at our gas pumps and in the prices of our consumer goods. I am reminded regularly of nonsense and negativity, from Lindsay Lohan’s parole ruling to our New York sports’ failures. All of this reminding and I can’t seem to remember the point of it all. That was up until Thursday April 21st, 2011.
What occurred on this night was truly an amazing sight to behold. A family that was just two and a half years removed from losing its youngest born, an upright, energetic and always passionate 18 year old Tottenville High School Graduate named Matthew, was able to show 500 plus in attendance, just how far a heart of gold can reach. And reach it did.
Shortly after Matthews’ tragic passing in July 2008, his brother’s Steve and Andrew started The Matthew Nierenberg Memorial Foundation Inc, as a small way to keep their fallen brothers’ memory alive. Today, Matt’s memory is not only alive; it is creating a future in the community that no one could have predicted.
Among those in attendance was 25 year old Addy Diaz. When asked about her experience, Addy, who traveled from Queens, animatedly explained “I feel like I came in here knowing no one, but am leaving knowing everyone!.” That sentiment was shared by a crowd that was as diverse as any Staten Island could host. Ten year old girls were skating their wheels off while at the same time twenty something year old gluttons fiercely pounded down slices in the first ever Heart Of Gold Pizza Eating Contest sponsored by Richmond-Town business, Classic Pizza. I had the opportunity to speak with one of the contestants, FDNY Firefighter Michael Grieco shortly after the competition.” I always liked pizza, but for a cause like this? I love pizza, by the way, is there any left?” were the words of jubilation that Mr. Grieco blurted out as I managed to dodge some excess cheese. Just like Matthew, he could not get enough.
The Staten Island Pipers marched with the Nierenberg Family through the crowd of cheers, while serenading us with their exceptional display of melodies and pageantry. Slowly but surely, a small gathering of random acquaintances was transformed into one large family reunion. Hugs were plentiful and smiles were unconditional. Brian Eato Jr from Brooklyn, who was skating around the crowd in a two-piece Armani suit with a pocket square, grabbed me at one point and said “This is absolutely one of the best nights of my life!”. Brian couldn’t have hit the nail on the head any more squarely. Local musicians, The Bandulos, also donated their time and talent by keeping the night moving with funky rhythms and great vocals while groups of so called strangers jumped into the photo booth to create unforgettable memories.
Not lost amongst all the abundance of excitement was the fact that as a result of the generosity from all that made this night possible, a deserving youth will get to further their education. Matt himself, whom I hardly mentioned in this article, would have wanted it that way. He was a caring, giving and humble human being. His father Mitch once said that Matt “Would give the shirt off of his back for you in a second”. At the end of this night, Mitch and Marie, Matt’s Mother, were given a present. The shirt off everyone’s back. A signed, short sleeved declaration by all in attendance that their son had touched our hearts on a night we would not forget.
As I now scroll through the multitude of internet variety news, searching for a point, I am reminded. I am reminded that there is truth and honesty in this world we live in. I am reminded that given the right cause, we can and will source the right effect on this world. I am reminded now, that one boy’s grasp is no match for his true reach. Matt’s Heart of Gold was truly on display Thursday April 21st. Each person who arrived at RollerJam USA left that night with a special gift they did not expect to receive. Matt, smiling down with that infectious smile he blessed us with, on what would have been his 21st birthday party proved that his heart of gold, which was experienced by all, was in reality our heart of gold. We can all share this great gift. This is the point we should all be constantly reminded of.
Steven Thomas
Steve Friedman
July 5, 2011
God bless you Matt, God bless your family.
elly paino
June 5, 2011
Dear Matthew, I am a friend of your Mom and feel the pain she has to live with each and every day. Please give her the strenght to carry on.I know that it is so difficult. I hope that you and my son Anthony have met in heaven and together you shine down on us .May you rest in peace,
Elly Paino
Mom
May 24, 2011
My beautiful son Matty,Not a moment goes by when I don't think of you and long to see your beautiful smile.It's been almost 3 years that you left this world. Even though I am to believe that you are in a better place I can't help but wish that you were here in the same crappy place with me. Life is not the same for Myself,Dad,your Bros. Steve,Andrew & Paige-E-Girl.Matty my heart aches & I need you help to get me through every day. I am in such pain & still can't believe this happened to you. Losing you and going on is the hardest task I've ever had to do. Matt I can't even see through my tears to write at the moment.I just want to tell you that you will always be my baby & I will always have 3 sons & I will love & miss you for as I'm living till we meet again and you hug me so tight as you always would. Now I can only pray that you are safe in the arms of God & The Blessed Mother...All My Love Your heartbroken Mom xoxoxoxoxo
Debbie Scotto
April 26, 2011
Matt you had a spectacular birthday celebration worthy of a king. I know you were there glowing with all your heavenly friends. This vision is the one that will sustain us and what we need to persevere to the next day. You, I'm sure, are very proud of your family. They pulled off the impossible. Your memory glows and grows as does our aching hearts. The longing never subsides.
Debbie Scotto
April 16, 2011
Within this silence I hear your heartbeat. Within your heartbeat I hear the echo of piercing love.
Debbie Scotto
April 8, 2011
Dear Matthew: I hope you see that little flicker I send to you each morning when I light a candle for you.
It's to let you know that no one forgets the wonderful memories your 18 years on earth have left. Why you were chosen to leave a short footprint we will never know. God sees the whole plan and we only view a fraction of it so of course it makes no sense. We all have been left with the struggle of continuing on without you. There is no goal. It's like rolling a rock up a hill and having it roll back down. That is what each day is like. Smile down on those who love you they need to know that you feel their heartache. Sleep peacefully in the Lord's arm sweet child.
Samantha Mauri
October 28, 2010
Matthew,
I've been thinking about you a lot today.
Miss & love you so much.
Love,
Cousin Sam
April 23, 2010
April 23, 2010
Matty Boy, I miss you and love you so much. Not a day goes by that I can believe where we are today. I miss you the same as missing air to breathe. You were the light in so many lives and mean so much to so many. I love you, and Im proud of you. You are the best and it shows, your legacy will live on forever.
"Saying goodbye is not forever, saying goodbye is not the end, saying goodbye just means I'll miss you... Broken Hearted, until we meet again." Happy 20th Birthday in Heaven Matty!
Love always your brother,
Steve
pete gorgoglione
March 3, 2010
Matty, I'm just stopping in to say hi! whats going on man? We really miss you down here. I'm sure you are making alot of people laugh up there. Anyway I just wanted to say hi. Keep on smiling down on every1 Matt. Save a spot for me up there. I love you man.
Pete Gorgoglione
July 13, 2009
Matty!
What can i say man? I miss you! And so does the hearts of many more. I know that you were amongst us all today. Keep on smashing them beer cans over your head up there. I will never forget how you use to make me roll at arianas. I miss you Matty and I will never forget you as long as I live. I love you Matt. Until we meet again! RIP
stephen pinto
July 6, 2009
MATT
a year ago yesterday was the last time i saw you, yet everyday that goes by i cant help but to think about you and how you put a smile on everyones face.whether you just met a person or you knew them for a while, you have affected and changed everyones life for the better. i looked at you as the little brother i never had.i just know that you are up there watching over us. even though it has been a year and the tears still fall,its still difficult to say we lost a brother but gained an angel on our shoulders.we miss you and love you Matt and i look forward to the day we meet again.
Anthony Navarria
June 14, 2009
To Steve and Andrew,
My heart goes out to you and your family. Rememember your brother Matt lives on in your hearts.I think its great what you have done in your brothers memory. If you need anything steve let me know. Anthony (chef)
Amanda Liquori
June 8, 2009
Dear matt
i never knew you but i met your mom and dad i hope that your looking down on us from what i read from your friends wrote you sound like a great guy.you sound smart caring funny and one amazing guy i hope god keeps you close in his arms and we will always have you in our prayers i hope gods keeping you safe and i hope your happy in heaven.Rip matt you will always be in our hearts.God Bless Amanda Liquori.
savash Gokturk
June 5, 2009
I send my prayers,may god rest his soul.
Marie DiGangi
June 5, 2009
Dear Matt,
You were such a beautiful young man inside as well as outside,From what we hear. May God keep you safe, and in our prayers until we all meet again.
Love to you & your family.
The Di Gangi Family
Eric Amato
April 16, 2009
Nierenberg,
We go way back man, the times at the grantwoods were priceless with you, im glad i got to spend as much time with you as i did , you were a great kid, the best goalie manor road has ever seen, always ready to stick up for your team kid, youwere a great kid anr you're missed, keep an eye on all of us i miss you man
Marie DiGangi
April 10, 2009
Dear Matt, Although we never got to meet you, I feel like we always knew you. You live on in the hearts & memories of your family & friends. In the short time you were alive, you were and are continued to be so loved,and missed, by so many. May God bless you and your incredible family, and give them the strength they need to go on, until you all meet again.Although we never met, you are in our thoughts, hearts and prayers always.
With Love,
Mike & Marie Di Gangi
JamesFuca
April 9, 2009
I did not know Matthew all to well, I only meet him a handful of times, over the past eight years I have been friends with his brother Steven. Every time We crossed paths, I noticed he was always smileing and could always make you laugh. Matthew seemed like the type of guy that would go out of his way for you. In my opinion that is truely a great quality only a special individual possesses, most people lack this trait these days. The world lost a great one. Nierenberg family you are in my prayers, and if you ever need anything my door is always open, today, tommrow and 20 years from now.
peter gorgoglione GORG
December 7, 2008
Matty boy, i miss you man. We had some good times at the catering hall, you coming outside to say whats up to the impeccable valet team risking getting introuble bc you wanted to see the gorgs. You were the life of everything around you, and i will never forget u. being loud, smashing beer cans over your head which by the way was my favorite. John and I have always told you, that you were the coolest Nierenberg. I love you man and i will never forget you, you are around all of us all the time, keep on shining down on every one who ever loved you man. Where ever you see a party going on and people having fun, i know Matt Nierenberg is around having fun too. I love you Matt. Merry Christmas Matt Nierenberg.
Melissa Connaughton
November 11, 2008
To the Nierenberg Family,
Words simply can not express my sympathy for your loss. Please know that you're always in my thoughts and prayers.
Sarah Calvanico
October 31, 2008
Dear Matt,
I knew you for less than a year, but you instantly became one of my best friends. I was able to call you and talk to you whenever I needed and you didn't mind staying on the phone for hours, even if we had school or work in the morning. If I was upset you could always make me smile. Even when i wasn't upset you would always make jokes that made me laugh. You were one of the funniest people I know and no one has been able to make me laugh as hard as you did. I think about you everyday, and I always will. I miss you so much! I know you are always watching over us <3 Rest in peace. Love,
steven bruno
October 21, 2008
hey matt man where do i start i still cant belive ur gone word cant explain how much i miss u u were my brother blood couldnt make us anny closer i miss how u would always walk in a room wit a smile on that could light up a black out ui i miss how we all would be hanging out doin nothing and u would find a way to make a boring time fun i miss thoes talks about how we would be best men at our weddings and how our kids would grow up together and being godfathers of our children uncle matty lol. mat befor you were taken from the would and taken from the lives of ur loved ones i wanted to say im sorry because me nd u know tht we had our bad times and i regret every second and i wish i could talk to u one more time to say im sorry i miss u soo much matt even tho ur gone were still a team i love u matt save a spot up there for me i love u man
Kristina Krivicic
October 16, 2008
Dear Nierenberg Family,
I did not see matt all the time . But i remember when i was little Matt used to come to my house.He came inbetween delivering the newspappers. He use to play air hockey with me and my brothers. And i still rember saying are you going to come back and he said i'll come back later . Matt use to come with his friend that helped deliver the newspapper. Sometimes he was on Annadale road waiting for the bus. He would always give us high fives. He was a cousin i will never forget.
Justine Sorrentino
October 8, 2008
Matt, i remember back when i was younger, me and my sister used to get Christmas cards of three boys all dressed up sitting in front of the tree and kept asking our parents who are these kids? Turned out to be you, Andrew and Steve. Finally i moved to Staten Island and met all three of you and fell in love with you boys including your parents. As years past i have only come and had the pleasure of getting to know you more and more. We had so much fun at James' parties. I have you picture hanging in my dorm and one in my room at home so there is not a day i don't see you or think about you. Not one day where i don't see that smile. I would have never expected this to happen to not only such a wonderful person, but a wonderful family as well. You are an amazing person, and you will always be remembered. My last laughing memory with you is when you were sneaking up the stairs with muddy sneakers and asked me to sneak them outside for you so your mom wouldn't see them, but she did and threw them out. You are such an inspiration to so many. I Love You Matt
<3 Always, Justine
Bino Trunzo
October 6, 2008
Matt,
I still remember the first day I met you and your great family. You were taken from us way to soon my heart aches for you close family and loved ones. I know, hope and pray that your in a place that can't be explained and has you in full comfort. I will always do all I can to take care of your brothers and watch their backs. Rest In Peace Brother. The Trunzo Family.
Frank Manzo
October 6, 2008
Saying anything about this is amazingly difficult. You and your family have always been a part of ours and its a loss that will never be able to be forgotten. I'll never forgot seeing you on the 4th of July, and feel fortunate that I was able to share that day with you and your brothers. I assure you that we're here to keep you alive in our hearts and minds.
Danielle Schau
October 1, 2008
Matty,
Theres not a day that passes that i dont think of you. The house is just so different without you there. There arent even any words to describe how much an impact you made on my life since I've known you. I remember coming home with Andrew at night and just sitting on the couch with you and chatting as you played Madden. I feel like you always looked at me more than just your brothers girlfriend. I didn't just lose a friend, I lost a brother. Things will never be the same without you in my world. I miss you and I will never stop loving you. Watch over me Matty.
I love you,
Danielle
Cousin Brittany
September 30, 2008
dear matty <3
words cannot express how much i miss you. i think about you every single day that passes by. never in my wildest dreams did i ever think of losing you, i knew i would have you forever. your were so much more then just my cousin, you were my brother && my absolute bestfriend. you were the one i knew i could always count on, even if i was having a bad day all i had to do is call you and you would know exactly what to say to make me smile. i never knew how much i could actually miss someone untill i lost you && you took a big part of my heart with you. without you my heart is tottally broken. i miss you so much && i love you more then words can express. you were my cousin by chance but my bestfriend by choice and you always have been & always will be my bestfriend forever. i love you matt. waitforme<3
Daniel Podveker
September 27, 2008
To witness the great amount of people grieving your passing is a true living testament to the positive impact you had on so many peoples’ lives during your eighteen short, yet extremely influential, years on earth. To the loving family and friends Matthew has left behind we must remember that death is not the end of the journey it is just another path and most importantly we can all keep Matthew alive in our thoughts and actions because “To live in the hearts of those you left behind is not to die”.
Cousin James
September 25, 2008
Dear Matt,
''If tears can build a stairway I'd walk right up and bring you home again''. The saying cant be more true, i would bring you home and just hug you and tell you how much you mean to me , and let you know that you were more than a cousin to me, you were my brother.Words cant express how i feel,i loved you matt and i know you know that but,there is always gonna be that part of me missing, but i know you are up there looking down on me and guiding me. There will always be a special place for you in my heart and in my dreams. Matthew i will always love you and will never forget my little cousin, and someday when i have a son i hope and pray that he will grow up to be just like you. I love you cuz
Uncle Roger & Aunt Eveline Melis
September 25, 2008
Matt,
There is not one day that you are not thought of, your smile and personality always lit up the room. You were the heart of every gathering. Moments that we all shared together always come to mind. Uncle Roger and I always talk about you and how much we miss and love you. Sometimes words are hard to come by, and we are lost in our own thoughts, but just know that we are there for your family and we will never forget you. You are and always will be an important person in our lives. We love you...
andrea picca
September 24, 2008
matthew i love you so much. everyday i wakeup and think about you. i wish i couldve hung out with you one more time. you knew how to make everyone laugh even when it wasnt funny. when i pass by your house or stop by in ak i always think i wsh matt was here. no words can explain how much i miss you and love you. i love you matt r.i.p
Matt DeMarzo
September 24, 2008
Matthew,
While it has been said time and again, the first thing that comes to mind when remembering being around you, is you smiling and laughing. I never will forget meeting you that first time in your backyard. You had just gotten home from work and you, like usual, were smiling, laughing and with your energy you immediately turned a dull, quite night into one filled with stories and laughs. You left an incredible impact on everyone you encountered. My deepest condolences are with your family.
Christopher Baione
September 23, 2008
No single person has left such an impression on me than Matthew has. His sense of humor was one of a kind and my brother would tell me stories about him that would have me rolling. I thank God everyday for the privilege of Matt’s company and for the memories of him that will last forever.
James Patterson
September 23, 2008
Marie, Mitch, Steven and Andrew,
I feel how weak and fruitless must be any words of mine which should attempt to beguile you from the grief of a loss so overwhelming. Nothing I can say can express how sorry I feel about the loss of Matt. Though I believe that reminiscing about memories of Matthew is the best way to keep him alive. I remember as a kid hanging out with Andrew after school at the house and Matt would be there. He always wanted to be around us. I guess because he enjoyed listening to our discussions about girls, or what we would be doing that night, what plans we had for the weekend, or the constant wisecracking exhibition on display. He always had a big smile on his face, full of joy and laughter. A quality which can only be attributed to coming from a household filled with love and adoration. I remember seeing him in High School, I was a senior he was a freshman, and no matter how many times we passed each other in the hallway, he would come over, say hello, and send me off the a nice loud, "FRIENDS PATTERSON!" He was naturally funny, blessed with the ability to make people laugh all of the time. I hope that we all can continue to smile and laugh, when we talk about Matt, he would want it that way. My sincere condolences, I love all of you.
Roseann Rondone
September 22, 2008
Dear Marie, Mitch, Steven & Andrew,
My sincere condolences for the loss of your son, Matthew. I never knew Matthew but I am sure he was a terrific son and a great brother. My heart goes out to you. May all your memories last forever and give you comfort. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.
Vito R. Pitta
September 21, 2008
Dear Matthew,
I have been truly amazed by the tremendous outpouring of sympathy, condolence, and love towards your family during these past couple of months following your passing. To me, it has served as a testament to the very many people you touched in your life--too short though it was. While your death certainly continues to grieve us all, we can only try to brace the pain by celebrating your life. Know that your memory will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers will remain with you and your family.
Emanuela fuda
September 17, 2008
matt,
although i didnt know you that well i do know ur brothers and how much they love u ... everyone misses u everyday and u will neva be forgotten .. R.I.P
Thomas Sagona
September 15, 2008
Matt,
There was not a single day that I have seen you when you weren't lighting up the room with your smile. You were an exceptional person who could give other people strength and happiness solely by being in your presence. I will miss you and pray for you always. Watch over us.
John Jermyn
September 11, 2008
Matty Boy,
Still cant believe your gone. It's been just over two months now and it seems like it was just yesterday that we were working together at the grand plaza. I'll never forget you, you were one of the best kids I ever knew and I always had a great time when I was around you. You always had the best stories and jokes. You always had something funny to say and could make anyone happy. You just had a one in a millon personality. You were a great person just like your brother Steve who I met first through the Rennisance. It's amazing how well known you were I knew a ton of people you knew. I'll never forget you kid and one day well meet agian in another place miss you everyday.
Salvatore Barranca
September 10, 2008
Matthew,
If everyone could be more like you this world would be filled with joy and happiness. You always had a smile on your face, and for sure you new how to make other people smile as well. Thats one thing that will stay with me for the rest of my life. God blessed me with a special gift and that gift was meeting you. Please guide us Matthew.
kim manzo
September 9, 2008
dear matt,
i hav know u since forever... always at the hockey rink playing the games lol ... we both had the biggest crush on each other well we thought we did.... u were lyk my other brother i always knew u would b there no matter wat and knew ho to come and talk 2 if i needed it or wen u needed to talk..... u were always apart of my life and always will... i love u soo much
love always kimmy<3
Santina Rappo
September 9, 2008
Matt,
You were like a brother to me and I could tell you anything. I will never meet anyone with the same personality as you. Even now when I think about you, I laugh about what you used to do, how you used to act and the huge lies you used to tell even when we all knew you were lying but you still went along with it. I miss you so much and I will never forget you. I'll see you again someday. I love you.
Graceanne Belmonte
September 9, 2008
mattt..
i can't stop thinking about you... you are always on my mind and i miss talking to you so muchh...
Matthew Baione
September 9, 2008
Matty,
There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think of your smiling face or a memory we shared. You were the happiest kid I knew, always making everybody have a good time. Everytime we hung out you did something crazy that none of us will ever forget. I still laugh about the crazy things you used to do. Unfortunately, sometimes tears from laughing turn into tears of sadness because I miss you. I always called you a "Legend" and I'll never let that legend die. I'll never forget my boy Matt Nierenberg. Thanks for being the funniest kid I ever knew.
Love,
Mattay
Lee Wartell
September 8, 2008
Matt, my brother, my best friend....you have no idea how much i love you n how much you mean to me, i wish i could have just one more night hanging out, you mad every situtation funny no matter how bad or boring it was, you had a gift for making people laugh and feel great, your the only kid that i knew that told his boys he loves them n you meant it from the bottom of your heart, i knew that n thats y i never felt wierd bout sayin it back, i miss everything about u even your sweaty handshakes, you still make me laugh to this day, i cant ever forget you, you will forever be in my heart n soul, i love you matt
Steven Muscat
September 8, 2008
Hi Matt
I know that you are still with us in spirit as I can see you now. i can picture you running on the soccer field down at miller Field. You always have a smile and say hello. I won't say goodbye, but I will say see you later.
Your old soccer coach
Steve Muscat
Jocelyn Rodriguez
September 8, 2008
Dear Nierenberg Family,
My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. Though I didn't know Matt well, the one thing that always stood out when I did see him (with big brother Steve) was his smile, it was infectious. He was always happy and playing around. He was a wonderful person and he will be deeply missed. Matt will be cherished forever in our hearts and memories.
Sincerely,
Jocelyn
chris(tooch) & stacey vitucci
September 7, 2008
first and foremost i want to extend my deepest condolences to the nierenberg family noone should ever have to go through what ur family did second i jst want to say i didnt know matty that well but the last time i saw him was the fourth of july and u could really tell what kind of person he was. there was never a moment that day where he didnt have a smile on his face i wish i would have gotten to know him better he will be sorely missed
Andrew Muscat
September 7, 2008
What can i say, Matt was my best friend in this whole screwed up world. I could trust him with everything, anything. We talked about everything and he never let me down. I cant remember not knowing matt: from us growing up playing soccer to us hanging out with girls as we grew up. If i hadent seen him for awhile, or if i saw him everday our attitude toward eachother would never change. He was like my brother, my bestfriend always. Matt taught me alot even being younger than me, he would always make me feel better or give me advice or hell just tell me what i wanted to hear to make me feel better. Even at times when we went our own way: new friends, girls...we would always have each other after it all. This passed summer Matt was there for me as always, Summers were always the best. I saw Matt almost daily for the month or so until this happened. I rememeber texting him the night before, He wasnt feeling well and i hadent seen him in two days, I needed some advice on a girl and to just talk to my buddy. the next day i went to work expecting to pick Matt up and hangout that night and talk, just hangout with my buddy. Noone will ever compare to the friendship that i shared with Matt. For my entrie life that i remmeber he was there. We use to talk about growing up and what car we wanted and how our kids would be friends. I never thought i'd grow up without him. I miss Matt everyday, He was my bestfriend and a brother to me. He will still be part of my heart, part of my life until the day when i pass and get to see my buddy again. I still talk to matt almost daily, I know hes watching over us all. I miss him every time i need him, Ill always remember matt and im sure one day well be together again
patrick Chiu
September 6, 2008
I never really knew Matt. But I know that he was truly a great person. I have few memories of Matt but what I do remember, he was always smiling and having a great time. He is loved by so many people and has touched so many lives. This world will miss him always and he will never be forgotten. He will live on in all of our hearts. I wish your family all the good this world has to offer.
Anthony Muscat
September 6, 2008
Matt
what can i say you were like my 2nde little brother from growing up and being best frends with andrew u were always there with everything we did. the sleepobvers me and andrew used to have u were always there i remember us playing video games pool basketball drinking the best iced tea and u always dropping something or andrew yelling at u for doing something lol...i remember every sunday morning ill b doing my papers and u doing yours then we would meet in the middle and stay out for the next 2 hrs just talking about everything you telling me how many girls u were talking to and what were u were doing for the weekend, the soccer days u and my brother on the same team and going to games together..u were my GOO goo lol no 1 else knows what that is except me u and mayb ur brother andrew..we have so many memories from my family and yours going to see the movie Titanic the first week it came out and all us kids laughing when jack was drawing rose lol, from seeing u as a baby and the seeing u graduated high school wow time does fly there are so many good times that my family and yours had..and now ur not here with us...but we will always remember u forever and ever and we will never forget how much of a great kid u were and one the nicest kids to everyone that walked ur way...i am actually crying right nown as i am writing this because i thynk about it everyday how i wont see u anymore...I LOVE U BROTHER and one day we will meet again but for now watch over all of us and keep an eye out for all of us...once again MATT I LOVE U
Merry Nelsen
September 6, 2008
Dear Marie, Mitch, Steve and Andrew,
I didn't know Matthew that well. The few times I had been in his company I always saw him with my cousin Michael and I saw what a nice kid he was. Our two families have been intertwined these past few years over many a loss. My heart goes out to you all and I feel your loss. Know that the greatest testament to Matthew's life would be to go on and live a happy and full life yourselves. I am positive that he would want it no other way.
Justin DeMarco
September 6, 2008
I dont think i could spend 5 minutes with matt without laughing. He was just one of those kid whose funny when he doesnt mean to be and hilarious when he wants to be. He was a great cousin and friend and i knew that when i moved to florida we would grow apart but when we saw eachother or talked it was like no time passed at all. i remember picturing me an matt as grown ups and hoped that our kids would have been as good of friends as me and him were but i have to remember his life as it was instead of how i thought it would be. I think about him alot and each time i just cant believe what happened. i miss him and ill always love and remember him. If any other family members or anyone needs someone to talk to id be happy to and im sure my brother brandon will do the same.
Nick Fuca
September 6, 2008
I see how much Matt was loved just by looking into the faces of the people at the funeral. The faces were of pain and sorrow; but the most memorable faces were of Steves and Andrews when Matts friends were bringing the ceremonial gifts to the alter. I wish you and your family the best, it shows how much you guys love and miss him.
Angela Jones
July 28, 2008
I spoke to Mrs. Nierenberg when she called for her cellphone and my heart went out to her, I lost my first cousin last month and we discussed both her son's and my cousin's death, I found the articles of her son's death online, my prayers are with her and her family.
Alice Rizzo
July 25, 2008
Mitch,
You and your family are in my prayers. My heart goes out to all of you.
Angela Gitto
July 25, 2008
Dear Andrew & Family,
There are NO WORDS to describe how sorry we are for you and your families loss. We did not know Matthew personally but Andrew always speaks about his family with such love & affection. Our hearts go out to you & your family in this horrible time. May God Bless you all.
Andrew we all love you and if you or your family needs anything please come right around the corner.
Harold Broderick
July 24, 2008
Dear Andrew and the Nierenberg Family: Please accept my most sincere and heartfelt sympathy. Words cannot express the sorrow I feel. My prayers and thoughts are with you. May God bless you and hold Matthew close to Him.
Lisa Russo
July 21, 2008
Dear Mitch and Family:
I am deeply sorry for the loss of your son, Matthew. I know you from taking the 17X bus, when I used to live in Annadale. What I remember the most, was what a close knit family you are and how your face lit up each time you spoke about your sons. I have been lighting candles for Matthew and your family and I will continue to pray. My grandmother told me that the worst pain in the world is to lose a child, as she did years ago. My sincere condolences to you and your family. With Love, LISA RUSSO
chuck philpott
July 19, 2008
what can i say matt we grew up together we were best of friends growing up.. and as kids had some great memories those memories will make me remember you forever you will always be a great friend to me and like a little brother i love you kid rest in peace
Marlon and Wendy Ramos and Family
July 15, 2008
Please accept our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. The Lord will be your strength in this time of pain and great loss.
Millie Casillas
July 14, 2008
Dear Andrew:
My condolences go out to you and your family. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I' sure there's nothing I can say that can ease the pain of a sibling or child's lost. It's just not the norm. The only comfort is knowing that he's in a better place than we are. PS. Alex Maldonaldo & Daven's mom.
Graceanne Belmonte
July 14, 2008
Matt,
I honestly couldnt believe this..I'm still in shock..My deepest condolences goes out to your familyy...I don't know what I am going to do without you in my life...Even though i knew you for a year..it meant forever and im soo gladd we still kept in touch and i'm so,so, gladd that I was able to see you recently..to see that smile you always had on... you always knew what to say to make me smile and i never laughed so hard when i was with anyone else...I will never forgett you..you will ALWAYS be in my HEART...I'm never going to find a friend has great as you..you were a wonderfull person... full of smiles.. joy...and no worriess....we had some good memoriess....its never goodbye</3 ..its see you laterr..and i cant wait for the day until i get to see you again.Rip
Renee Rappo
July 13, 2008
Matthew was a great kid and a good friend to our children. We will never forget him and we'll make sure that his memory lives on. Our prayers are with you always
Renee, Phil, Al, Phil Jr., Joey and Santina Rappo
Nicole "wispaz" & Danny
July 12, 2008
I've only met matt a few times and could tell right away what a genuine,and loving person he was always smiling he will be missed. Our heart goes out to your family our deepest condolences. In loving memory of a wonderful person. You will forever be in our hearts. Steve and Andrew be strong keep your heads up.
Patricia
July 11, 2008
Matthew was a student of mine in the 8th grade and I still remember where he sat. He was always so respectful and had a great zest for life. He is in my prayers.
EDDIE BARONE
July 11, 2008
WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALWAYS.
WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY,
THE BARONE FAMILY
Lillian Gehshan
July 11, 2008
Dear Matthew,
God must love you very much because He calls only the very best so young. You did your work on this Earth so well that you accomlished it so soon.
Even though I did not know you as well as I would have liked. We get so busy we don't always have time for our families. Yesterday you touched my life by making me see life is short and a family is truly a gift from God.
Now you sit with those who have gone before us. Please watch over us.
Your cousin,
Lillian Sclafani Gehshan
Nancy Castellano
July 11, 2008
Dear Nierenberg Family,
I only knew Matt for a short time while working with him at Modells. I can say that he was a wonderful, sweet, funny and caring young man. You knew that he was just a genuine kid with a heart of gold. My heart and prayers go out to all of you. Just know that he is watching over you with that beautiful smile that he always had on his face.
My sincere condolences,
Tara wartell
July 11, 2008
R.I.P matt; i love you. your my angel<3
I cant believe your gone; its not fair you were only 18 and just graduated highschool. You had your whole life to plan and I know you were planning to go into the marines. I remember how everytime we talked about you going I would always say you better come to my sweeet 16 and u told me u would be there. That's all I wanted to hear.
you were the kind of person that everyone just had to love; you were nice & funny & would do anything to help someone. your personality was the best thing about you.
You were like a brother to me and I don't think you knew how much u really ment to me.
I could telll you absolutely everythinggg i wanted to and know you would just listen and give me advice if i neeeded
You always told me you'd have my back and if I needed anything you were there and I always remembered that. Everytime I think of how your gone & im never gona see you again I cant help but cry. Knowing that you wont be there for me to tell youu everything I neeed to let out. I honestly looked up to you; and loved how you always told me stories & things about my brother I never knew. I can truthfully say you knew me my whole life. You were my brothers bestfriend & everyone in my family cared about you. It broke our hearts to hear you died. When danny called and told my mom all she could say was "omg; omg" when they told me I just sat there in shock I thought it was a dream. I couldn't believe it; I wouldn't believe it. But it was real and I cant help but cry and wish you were hear; to sit outside my house and talk about random things and hear you tell me stupid stories about you. Its just so hard to believe especially since I saw you on friday; fourth of july . I miss you so much and so badly want this all to be a nightmare. Im never gona forget you; I lovee you & know you'll be watching over me like you always did when you were here. <3
THE BASILE FAMILY
July 11, 2008
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. MAY GOD KEEP YOU CLOSE AND YOUR FAMILY CLOSER. SAY HELLO TO MY NEPHEW PETER.
Zoraida Durand
July 11, 2008
Dear Nierenberg Family:
On behalf of Danny & Joey Torres and myself (Zoraida Durand) their mother, I want to express my most deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved son Matt. I'm still reeling and cannot believe this happened. I remember seeing him graduating along with Joey on the 25th. My mother and I always loved looking into his beautiful blue eyes and his infectious smile. May your memories of Matt bring you comfort. He will be missed. God bless you.
Danny, Joey & Zoraida
Leonida Krivicic
July 11, 2008
To Nierenberg Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Love,
Carlo, Maria & Lee Krivicic
Dawn
July 11, 2008
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to your family. Although I may have only met you once, if you were anything like your brother Steve, you are greatly loved. Your older brothers were your protectors and teachers, now it is you that will watch over them. I keep your family in my prayers.
ToniAnn Sorrentino
July 10, 2008
matt...I know you are in good hands with my Dad and ur both looking down upon us now...and even though we were never really close, our dads were the best of friends (buddddyys)..as your dad would say...so i consider you my family...you will be forever missed...god bless you today and always!..xoxo
love always,
ToniAnn
marie battista
July 10, 2008
matt
I have never had the oppunity to ever meet such an amazing guy as yourself,but through my 4 daughters i felt like i have.My daughter victoria had graduated with you on the 25th.and what a great guy she said you were.For my daughter Melanie she remembers your smile passing her" also in the hallways of tottenville.My daughter Tinamarie marrying Stewart Mejia,one of Steven"s best of friends ,they remember so many great things about you,My youngest of daughters only 10, Amanda remembers just the other day you walking your dog,and her coming home telling me what a "cute"guy you are,she cannot understand why God will take such a young guy away" a guy she remember"s just seeing days ago.A guy she remembers as the "CUTE GUY".To the entire Nierenberg family i pray to God to give you the strenght to overcome such a lose.Matt you will always be remembered R.I.P
ROSALIE COMMISSO
July 10, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Steve Friedman
July 10, 2008
Matt I will never forget you or forget my memories of your kind wonderful family. I built a computer for you and your brothers. You were blamed alot for causing problems. I don't think so. You are so kind and genuine and everybody loves you. I am also a Ranger Fan as all of you. There are not any words to describe your loss to myself and many people. You are in my heart forever.
Thomas St. Pierre
July 10, 2008
me and matt got the same surgery on our knee they usta call us twins ill never forget you bro u helped me out so much durin it u were always smilin and makin everyone laugh ull be missed kidd... forver in our hearts
Chris Costantino
July 10, 2008
Matt was a bright young man who had a lot of potential and like all Neirenbergs he had a great sense of humor also. This is a tragedy that will effect all of NY. I used to see him at every Ranger game!
Rest In Peace Matt...I love you man. Save me a spot in heaven.
To the rest of the Neirenburg family: I send my deepest condolences. You guys didn't deserve this. I love you all and ill see you soon.
Stephanie Groia
July 10, 2008
Matt,
I don't think I ever saw you without a smile on your face. You meant so much to so many people and I'm so glad I got to know you throughout the years. A Manzo party was never complete without all the Nierenberg brothers...we'll always be thinking of you and you'll always be in our hearts. I'll never forget the few Ranger games we were both at. When I'm in The Garden cheering on "our" team, I know you'll be in "the blues" watching with us....
You'll always be missed
Love,
Stephanie
Danielle Schau
July 10, 2008
Matty,
There are no words to even describe how much i miss you. Im going to miss coming home with Andrew and seeing you in the basement playing Madden =] You always kept me company. Since the day I met you you treated me like I was a sister you never had. You were a second brother to me and you will be forever in my heart. Our special bond will never be broken. We had a lot of fun times and a lot of great memories and there wont be a day that passes that I won't think about you. You will be missed forever, and I know you'll be watching over us in the house. You touched my heart and soul and your memory will live forever. I love you always and forever and nothing will ever change that. I love you Matty so so much.
Love,
Danielle
mike finnegan
July 10, 2008
I only met Matt a handfull of times, but all it took was 2 minutes with the kid to see what a genuine, warm, and good intentioned person he was. We lost one of the great ones. R.I.P
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