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Matthew Harrington Obituary

Harrington, Matthew R. BERLIN Matthew R. Harrington, 32, died suddenly August 2, 2011 at his residence. Born in Albany, he was son of Robert Harrington and Patricia Fogarty Harrington of Speigletown and husband of Colleen Staring Harrington of Hoosick Falls. Raised and educated in Troy, he was a graduate of Hudson Valley Community College. Matthew was a HVAC service technician with the Plumbers & Steam fitters United Association Local 7 in Latham. Survivors in addition to his wife and parents include a sister, Laurel Harrington, and a grandfather, J. Gerald Fogarty, both of Speigletown; as well as several aunts, uncles and cousins. Matthew was predeceased by his grandparents, Harold and Shirley Quick Harrington and Joan Dufort Fogarty. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at the McLoughlin & Mason Funeral Home, corner of 109th and Third Avenue, Lansingburgh with Rev. David Jones officiating. Calling hours will be held 5 to 8 p.m. Friday evening at the funeral home. Burial will be in Maplewood Cemetery, Cooksboro. Donations in memory of Matthew may be made to Berlin Fire and Rescue, 11 Community Avenue, Berlin, NY 12022. For online guestbook visit www.mcloughlinmason.com

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Published by Albany Times Union on Aug. 4, 2011.

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Kevin & Candy Sweener

August 7, 2011

We are so very sorry to hear of Matt's passing. I worked with Matt in Pittsfield and we became good friends. I just spoke with him a week ago, it's hard to believe he is not with us. Our condolences to all his family and friends. We apologize for not being able to attend the services as we were out of the state at the time. Please let us know if we can do anything to help.

William Ott

August 7, 2011

i'm very sorry for your loss...i worked with Matt for a few years..he was an all around great guy who was easy to talk to and very skilled..he will be greatly missed.

August 5, 2011

"My deepest sympathy to Matt's family.May God bless all of you."Don Carter

Sarah Fish

August 5, 2011

I haven't seen Matt in almost twenty years but he was a great person then when we were 13; I remember him fondly and hope his family finds strength and peace during this time.

Christine Honiker

August 5, 2011

I'm so sorry to hear of Matt's passing..he was a sweetheart & I will miss seeing him around. My thoughts & prayers are with you.

Natalie Collins

August 4, 2011

Praying for God's Peace for your family during this time. I am sorry for your loss.

Heather Rieger

August 4, 2011

Colleen and Family,
Mike and I were very saddened to hear of Matt's passing. We are trying to focus on the great memories we have of Matt, going for rides on the Harleys and that time when he helped with our roof and his pants exploded... just to name a few. we hope that you may also keep the good memories in your heart.

Bonnie and Matt Buckley

August 4, 2011

Our deepest deepest sympathy to Matthew's family. We are devastated to hear of your loss. My husband Matt Buckley is also a Local 7 member. May God's peace and comfort carry you through this difficult time.

Edward Nadeau

August 4, 2011

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

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