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Mia leaves two daughters: Gina Parker and her husband John of Webster, MA, and Tessa Mahoney and her husband Shawn of Worcester; four granddaughters: Gianna, Brielle, Shaye, and Mackenna all of Webster, MA; a mother-in-law, Alice Nobert of Auburn, MA; two sisters-in-law, Theresa Fatemi and her husband Mehdi of West Brookfield, MA; Linda Jacobs of Delaware; a brother-in-law, Wendall Mattress of Oxford, MA. Mia is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Mia was born April 20th, 1954 in Worcester, Massachusetts a daughter of the late Albert and Magnolia (Chapel) Ginese, Sr. wife to the late Gary Mattress who passed on December 24, 2004.
Mia attended schools in the Worcester and Wachusett districts. She was a homemaker which allowed her time to be with her family. Mia loved being home and spending time with her children and grandchildren.
A memorial service will be celebrated in her memory on Sunday, May 1st at FAZIO FUNERAL HOME, 9 Branch St, Worcester, MA 01604. Friends and relatives will be received from 4:00 p.m to 5:00 p.m. A prayer service will follow at 5:00 p.m. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Louis M. Fazio Jr. and Louis M. Fazio III. For directions and to express your condolences please visit:
faziofuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Mia Mattress
May 2, 2011
sorry tessa and shawn for your lost my houghts and prayers go out to the both of you way god blees you if you need a friend to talk to im herh to lieten bunny and jim take care
Leilani LaClaire
April 30, 2011
I'm so sorry for your loss. Take care of yourselves in this time of grieivng.
Patricia Flannery-Goodwin
April 30, 2011
Tessa and Gina,
I am so sorry about the loss of your mother. May happy memories comfort you during this time. Mia was a great lady; memories of her always bring a smile to my face.
Please let me know if you need anything.
~Patty
Meloney Campbell
April 30, 2011
To the family and friends of Mia my deepest condolences and prayers go out to you. I know she will live on in our hearts and minds forever. Wishing you peace. Love, Meloney Bejune Campbell ( Sylmar California).
April 30, 2011
I address this to you Mia. Wow! What the Heck, Girl...Always something! We spent alot of time together back in the day, had some great great times! Many laughs and shared lifes lessons along the way. Probally had a disagreement or two I'm sure, but honestly can't remember one. You taught me mothering skills for Ragina, of which I had none. Was never able to pick up the whole french braiding technique that you had so perfectly mastered. You managed to raise Gina and Tessa in the most grounded household even under adversity that was at times thrown your way. I was in awe of your patience, tolerance and ability to laugh things off. May you forever rest in peace with the knowledge that your girls have grown into two wonderful loving, honest and patient people because of your guidance.
And to you Gina & Tess I say, just because Mom isn't here physically, you can believe she is forever by your side with the same love and guidance.
Love to All,
Donna, Carlo & girls
Sandy Nance
April 30, 2011
Dear Gina and Tessa,
I am so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. Love Cousin Sandy ( Mattress ) Nance
Carol Kalil-Hamilton
April 30, 2011
Tessa and Shawn so sorry for your loss.
richard pinto
April 29, 2011
mia and gary were great friends for over 40 years.
Crystal Rannikko-Etre
April 29, 2011
My deepest sympathy and prayers are for you Gina, Tessa and your family at this time of sorrow.
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