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John Matuza Obituary

MATUZA, JOHN "JACK" J. III, 31, of Red Feather Trail N., South Kingstown, passed away Saturday, May 7, 2011 at South County Hospital, Wakefield. Jack was the beloved husband of Christina (Iacobbo) Matuza. High School sweethearts, they dated ten years before marrying in June of 2008. Born in Warwick on March 7, 1980, he was the son of John J. Matuza, Jr. and Melinda (Lamb) Matuza of South Kingstown. Jack was a graduate of South Kingstown High School in 1999. He enjoyed golfing, fishing and woodworking. He worked as a self employed general contractor. He is also survived by his sister Katherine (Matuza) Andrews and her husband Kyle Andrews of Germany, and his Grandfather Charles Lamb of Florida. Jack was also the grandson of the late Betty Lou Lamb, John J. Matuza, Sr. and Alboma (Nadeau) Matuza. His funeral will be held on Saturday at 9 a.m. From the Nardolillo Funeral Home SOUTH COUNTY CHAPEL, 1111 Boston Neck Rd., (Rt. 1A) Narragansett, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Francis of Assisi Church, High St., Wakefield. VISITING HOURS: Friday 4-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to: South Kingstown Athletic Booster Club (Jack Matuza Memorial Fund), South Kingstown High School, 215 Columbia Street, Wakefield, Rhode Island, 02879. Visit www.nardolillo.com for more information and online condolences.

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Published by The Providence Journal on May 12, 2011.

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Jacqui Kikuchi

May 6, 2020

A sweet and beautiful young man. Since he was a preschooler he was always thoughtful and helpful. I hope he and Kyle are building with Lego together in heaven. Love to all of you, Jacqui

Jacqui Kikuchi

October 13, 2015

I am so sorry to hear. I was in Job Lot yesterday and someone, I don't know who, recognized me as a friend of the Matuza's. I asked how everyone was and they told me that Jack had died and that John and Melinda live in Florida. I met Jack when he was three years old and he was always a kind and easy going person. I think the last time I saw him was his high school graduation. I am in shock and so sad. Love and hugs to his family, Jacqui

Marcus White

June 1, 2011

Christina, and the Matuza family,

I'm very sad to hear about your loss. Jack was a great man. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Tom Beatrice

May 16, 2011

John and Melinda My thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult times.

Bruce and Michele Nielsen

May 16, 2011

John,
So sorry to learn of your loss. I'm sure he was a chip off the old block.
Warm regards

jack mccarthy

May 15, 2011

John and family: My sincere condolences for the loss of your son. Having two sons approximately the same age, I can only imagine what you are going through. At times like this it is extermely difficult to find the correct words. God bless.

May 15, 2011

Melinda, John, and Kate
I just read of the sad news today on line. Our deepest sympathy to all of you at this time. May you find peace in the days ahead thru the wonderful memories of better times.
Donna, Jim and Ashley Bowen
Marco Island,FL and Los Angeles, CA

raymond&marianne dussault

May 15, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Trudy Peck

May 14, 2011

Christina,
My heart goes out to you. The wonderful memories you have of the love of your life will comfort you in the days ahead.

Cheryl (Silva) Leaver

May 14, 2011

Christina, Kate, John and Melinda
I am so sorry for our loss. John was a great person who will be missed by everyone whose life he touched. May God Bless you and keep you during this difficult time.

Karen and Ed Houston

May 13, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Michelle & Matt St.Germaine

May 13, 2011

Christina, we are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Bob & Vickie Brown

May 13, 2011

Melinda and John we are sorry to hear about your loss Our deepest sympathy in this time of mourning.

Amanda and Elaine Raitano

May 13, 2011

We are so sorry to hear about Jack's passing. Deepest sympathy during this difficult time.

Tom Gentz

May 13, 2011

John, my deepest sympathy for your loss.

Hugh and Donna Williams

May 13, 2011

John, Melinda and Kate, words cannot express how very sorry we are for your loss. There is no greater loss for a parent than that of their child. You are all in our thoughts and our prayers.

Daniel DeGrass

May 13, 2011

To Christina and the whole Matuza family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Jack was a great guy and a generous friend to all who knew him. He will be dearly missed by so many. Thinking of you in this difficult time.

Lindsey Gentile

May 13, 2011

To Christina, Kate and the rest of the Matuza Family. I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time.

Lauren Fusaro

May 13, 2011

Christina and the whole Matuza family, I am very sorry for your loss. Jack was a great guy and will be missed by many. My condolences to your entire family. May Jack live on in all of the great memories that you all have of him.

bill sousa

May 13, 2011

It did not matter if you stopped your truck in front of my house or i walked to your house, we had some great conversations. Jack you will be missed.

Brad & Jess Jillett

May 12, 2011

Kate, Christina and the whole Matuza family, we are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.

Jen & Lance Joseph

May 12, 2011

To the family of Jack my husband and I are so sorry for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

Jen & Lance Joseph

May 12, 2011

To the family of Jack, my husband and i are so very sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Lindsay Miller

May 12, 2011

I'll miss his smiling face, and his willingness to help a friend. My deepest sympathy goes out to the family. He was truly a great person with an amazingly warm heart.

Heidi Eklund and family

May 12, 2011

My heart goes out to everyone in the Matuza family. Jack was very loved and will always be remembered.

Bette Lavin

May 12, 2011

My sympathy to your family at this very sad time.

Doug Miro

May 12, 2011

What I am feeling right now is hard to put into words.Among other things,I will miss the small talk Jack and I had at times by the end of the street.You will be truly missed.

Mike & Nicole Riley

May 12, 2011

To Christina, Kate and the rest of the Matuza Family,we send our condolences on your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Audrey Desmarais-Shaw

May 12, 2011

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you all.

May 12, 2011

My sincere sympathy to the Matuza family in the loss of John. Thoughts are with you all at this sad time. Marcia Miller, SKHS

Joelle Canard

May 12, 2011

my thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Jack was a great guy he will be truly missed.

tim zoglio

May 12, 2011

going to miss you brother

Chris Beagle

May 12, 2011

My heart and prayers go out to your family.

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