"To my extended family, I am so very sorry to hear that Joey has passed. My dad was very fond of him and when the families would meet for events, Joey sure could make my father laugh. I recall how fun he was and very kind. My sincere condolences to all of you. "
In loving memory of
Joseph R. Mattia
July 1, 1942 - June 21, 2022
June 21, 2022. Joe is predeceased by his son, Joseph R. Mattia, II. He is survived by his wife, Beverly Mattia; children, David (Tina) Mattia, Mark (Traci) Mattia, Nicole Mattia; grandchildren, Michael, Andrew, Harrison, Gwenneth, Dakota, Sierra, Austin & Savannah Mattia; sister, Marian Wallace; sister-in-law, Joan Mattia; several nieces, nephews, cousins & dear friends.
Joe's funeral mass will be celebrated, Thursday, June 30th, 11AM at Parish of the Holy Family, 4100 Lyell Rd. (West of Elmgrove Rd.). Interment in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Humane Society @ Lollypop Farm, 99 Victor Rd., Fairport, NY 14450 or to Veteran's Outreach Center, 459 South Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 in Joe's memory.
Joe lived in Rochester most of his life. He told stories of growing up here, drag racing, running around with his friends and cousins, and was proud of his service to the Air Force. As he grew older, married and had children, he was still young at heart. His hobbies changed somewhat over the years from things like hunting or golfing to things that took a little less energy, like poker nights, fishing, and cooking. He also couldn't get enough of music festivals, though we're pretty sure the food at the events was part of the draw. The man loved his food and his sweets, a good menu was sure to get him in attendance to pretty much anything. Fun, food, and coffee, with family and friends (they all better bring their dogs too), and he was happy. So were we, he will be missed!
Tributes
"Our thoughts are with Joe's family and friends at this sad time."
"Dear Mattia family, Condolences and prayers from our family to yours. Really got to know Joe through many clambakes in Syracuse, always a good time. May your good memories keep him close."
"I am so very sorry for your loss. I worked with Joe many years ago at the John M. Forster Co. and remember him as a wonderful co-worker who truly a pleasure to work with. I still remember him sitting in the break room every morning drinking his coffee. My deepest sympathy to all of his family."
" The photo here really captures the best part of my dear, cool, younger Uncle Joey. Like his sister, my mother, he was very warm, affectionate and a whole lot of fun. He would drive out to Greece at the drop of a hat to bring me back to Irondequoit so I could hang out with Aunt Bev and my beloved cousins. Those countless sleepovers made my teenage years bearable. I remember learning from his great taste in music, i.e, Tina Turner and other R and B greats well before they became famous. My mother loved her baby brother Joey so very much. He was one of the few people who could get her to enjoy life after my father died. We will all miss that smile, that twinkle in those blue eyes. Aunt Bev, Nicole, Mark and David sending you all my love. Ann"
"To my cousins & their families ~ My sincerest condolences to you in the loss of you dad/Papa. May his laughter/fond memories sustain you & remain in your hearts. He is now w/ his big brother John! Love, cousin Joan & family xo"
"Nicole and Family, we are so very sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. We are thinking of you and sending you our heartfelt condolences. Your Friends at Freed Maxick CPAs, P.C."