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Joseph Matteo Obituary

Joseph B. Matteo "Gone Fishing" Joseph B. Matteo, 52, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2008 after a courageous battle with cancer. He loved fishing and played guitar with the "DAJOJOS' Band. Survivors include, loving wife of 33 years, Carol; Parents, Joseph F. and Helen Matteo; Daughters, Cris and Amy; Son, Jade; Brother John, all of Tacoma; Sister, Diane Quimby and Uncle Bennie Matteo, both of Rhode Island. 6 Grandchildren, 5 Nieces. Visitation; 1-6:00 P.M. Tuesday, March 11,2008 at the Piper-Morley-Mellinger Funeral Home. Funeral Mass; 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, March 12, 2008 at Visitation Catholic Church. Vigil Service will be held prior to Mass at 10:30 A.M. Interment to follow at Calvary Cemetery. The family would like to thank the staff of St. Joseph Hospital and Franciscan Hospice House for their exceptional care given to Joseph. Arrangements entrusted to Piper-Morley-Mellinger Funeral Home (253) 472-3353 www.pipermorleymellingerfh.com
Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) from Mar. 10 to Mar. 11, 2008.

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Dave Romeijn

March 12, 2008

Joe meant alot to me. I only got to know him for a few years but I liked him as soon as i met him. He was a great guy. He made us learn the songs the right way. He had a great sense of humor and was always fun to be around. He will be missed.

Candy Peterson

March 11, 2008

Dear Matteo Family,
We are sorry to hear of your loss. I've thought about you over the years, I'm still at Lister, please contact me if there is anything I can ever do. Our prayers are with you!!

Lee Arthur

March 11, 2008

It's hard for me to find the words that express my deep sorrow from the lost of my good freind Joe. We spent many fun filled hours making music at his home and also in my basement. We'd spend hours on one of our Playstations with Tiger Woods Golf and in later with Guitar Hero. Joe was a hero. He loved his family very much. He saw beauty in the little things in life...a bird flying or a squirrel running up a tree. He and I spent many an hour in his boat or sitting along the bank of a local lake, chasing the "big ones". Joe always seem to get many more of then I did. Joe, I love you! Your passing was too soon. I'll miss you and the memories we should have made.

Jess Milas

March 11, 2008

Carol and family,

I have many fond memories of Joe and his great sense of humor. How he enjoyed being surrounded by his family and friends and being the life of the party. I remember many times coming over to visit and you could almost always hear the sounds of Joe's guitar echoing throughout the house. I will treasure my memories forever. Joe has touched the heart of so many including myself he will be deeply missed.

Valerie Reed

March 11, 2008

Carol and Family,

I pray for peace for you guys and I am sincerely sorry for your loss... I'll miss Joe alot..

Dee Christin

March 11, 2008

Joe will be missed by so many, including myself. To all of Joe's family and friends, hold to all the great times and memories you have had with Joe, as they live for ever. Love,
Dee

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