R. Matthew "Matt" Matesa
R. Matthew "Matt" Matesa
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R. MATTHEW " MATT"
Of Forest Hills, age 28, on Thursday, October 3, 2002. Matt was a 1995 graduate of Eastern Area School, Churchill and was an employee of Wholey's in the Strip District. Matt was an annual Special Olympics participant and he was a member of the Saturday afternoon bowling league at Forward Lanes in Sq Hill. Matt was a member of the Exceptional Friends at Beulah Presbyterian Church; beloved son of Robert G. and Margaret J. (Moir) Matesa of Forest Hills; brother of Meghan of Carnegie, Alison "Sunny" and Perry both of Forest Hills; grandson of Mary Matesa of South Side and the late Robert Matesa; and Doris Moir of Highland Park and the late Andrew Moir. Friends may call Sunday, 1-4 & 7-9 pm at the PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME, 700 Linden Avenue At Cable, East Pgh., (412-824-8800) Mass of Christian burial in St. Maurice Church on Monday at 10 am. Memorial donations may be made to Special Olympics, 1100 Washington Blvd, Carnegie PA 15106 or the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Rd, Pgh 15205.
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Rachael Kiesling
November 1, 2002
I am so sorry to hear of your family's loss. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Anne Schempp
October 29, 2002
My thoughts and prayers have been with your entire family. I still think of Matt every time I hear a Phil Collins song!
Kristin Cirigliano
October 26, 2002
Dear Sunny and Family,
I am very sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Linda Boyer
October 24, 2002
Matesas--
I am so sorry for your loss. I had the privilege to meet Matt a couple of times and he reminded me of Sunny, always smiling and happy to do anything for you. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
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Lance & Beth Benteler
October 24, 2002
Dear Matesas,
You've spent most of your lives looking after and taking care of Matt- now it's his turn to watch over you. He's in a good place, he's happy, and he will always be with you. God bless and take care.
Dave Urban
October 24, 2002
Matesa Family -
Times are tough right now, but many, many blessed memories will always be with you from the smiles that Matt brought us. Be there for each other (and I'm here for you as well) and the best memories will be kept forever.
Peace and Love -
Dave
Brandie Benteler
October 24, 2002
I feel so blessed to have known Matt for the majority of my life. He is one of God's very special angels! I am so lucky to know the Matesa's and to have them as my second family. I love you guys!
Lindsey Mazer/Monahan
October 23, 2002
I was so sorry to hear about the loss in your family. I only met Matt a few times, but could tell that he loved his family and was a great guy.
Elsa Parks
October 23, 2002
I never got to meet Matt, but I feel like I knew him because of how Sunny would talk of him and how she would smile when she was thinking of him. To have a family like yours, he was truly blessed. I am sorry for your loss, but know that heaven has gained an angel. "The pain we feel when someone leaves our lives is in direct proportion to the joy they gave us while with us." My love and prayers to you all, Elsa
Kimberly Kohan
October 23, 2002
Sunny and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you always. May God be with you during this difficult time.
Kim Stoklosa
October 23, 2002
While I have never met Matt, I have known Sunny since college and know how much her brother meant to her. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
Holly Reynolds
October 23, 2002
Sunny and family,
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Continue to use each other as strength through this time. God bless each of you and peace be with you...
Kelly DeCola
October 23, 2002
I was never lucky enough to meet Matt. I was, however, lucky enough to be friends with his sister, who thought the world of him. If Sunny is any indication of what kind of person Matt was, then he must have been a wonderful blessing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. Please know that at the 2003 Special Olympics, in Queens, my Aunt (an athlete) and myself will wear ribbon in honor of Matt.
Elizabeth Weiss
October 23, 2002
Wishing you much strength and peace. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
Robin Amend
October 23, 2002
Sunny and Family,
I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Charlene Trovato
October 8, 2002
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mallary Swartz
October 8, 2002
Margie,
I am so sorry to hear about Matt. My heart and thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Love,
Mallary
DIANE SCHMIDT
October 7, 2002
ALLY AND FAMILY,
I ONCE READ A PEOM THAT SAID "SPECIAL" CHILDREN, WERE GODS ANGELS, SENT TO EARTH TO TEACH OTHERS UNCONDITIONAL LOVE AND TOLERANCE. BUT ONLY FOR AWHILE, AND THEN, LIKE GODS OWN SON, ONCE THEIR TEACHING IS DONE, THEY ARE CALLED HOME.
I KNOW NOTHING CAN TAKE AWAY THE PAIN, BUT KNOW THAT OTHERS SHARE IT WITH YOU.
Valarie Michael
October 7, 2002
Dear Matesa Family,
Please know that we will miss Matt. We know we'll never be able to hear Phil Collins without thinking of him. We won't be able to play Phil at the October dance at St. Bernadette's in Monroeville, but we will be playing it at the November dance at St. Maurice's in Forest Hills. And at the Saturday Afternoon Bowling Banquet next year.
Love Valarie & Roberta (The DJ's)
Kristy Bechtold
October 6, 2002
Sunny and Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of Matt. I know nothing makes sense right now, and may never but just know that you have friends and family to help and encourage through this trying time. I first handedly know how close your family is and to suffer such a loss is terrible. I am so sorry this had to of happened. Please know I am here and if there is anything at all I can do, please call me!
PS, if there was not a bowling team in heaven, I am sure there is now.
I love you all!
Greg Matesa
October 6, 2002
Uncle Bob,Aunt Marge,Meghan,Sunny & Perry
We are so sorry to hear that we have lost Matt. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers now and always. We love you very much. God Bless.
Love, Greg, Jes and Isabella
Loretta Hennemuth
October 4, 2002
Bob, Margie, Megan, Sonny and Perry,
Our hearts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.
Love,
Loretta and Paul Hennemuth
Chuck and Andy Bartus
October 4, 2002
Bob, Margie,Meghan, Sunny, and Perry..Our deepest sympathy and love are with you at this time.
Love,
Chuck Andy Chuckie and Stephanie
Tiffany Catania
October 4, 2002
Meghan and Sunny
I am very sorry to hear about your brothers passing. My heart goes out to you and your family. I will keep you in my prayers!
Aunt Helene & Uncle George
October 4, 2002
Margie, Bob, Meghan, Sunny, & Perry,
We know in our head that Matt is with God, yet the loss of our son, brother, grandson and nephew is incomprehensible. Know that we love you all very much.
Marjorie Alexander
October 4, 2002
Alison, I am so sorry for your loss and my deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family.
Janene Santiago
October 4, 2002
May God Bless you and your family. May you be empowered with strength and understanding to come through this season of sorrow. May God grant you peace that surpasses all understanding, for now Matt's body is healed and he's in the presence of God.
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