Joseph Mattiacci

Safe in the arms of Jesus, Joe, at the age of 58 years, was carried home to heaven on Tuesday, March 26, 2013. There to meet him are his loving parents Gabriel and Carmella (Geofreda) and his father-in-law Tim Worron. Left with precious memories are his loving wife of 36 years, Darlene and his most beloved sons Joseph and Joshua (Jamie). Fondly loved and remembered by his mother-in-law Dorothy Worron (Hudecki) and brothers and sisters-in-laws, Dorothy and Des Brennan, Debbie and Bill (deceased) Rice, Thom and Marianne Worron, Timothy Worron (deceased), Kathy and Scott Donn, Maureen and David Sauve, Diana and Gary Shakeshaft, Kelley and John Segulic, Chris and Terri Worron and Jason and Tanya Worron. Special brother to Robbin Strong (NB) and Kathy Cox (N.C). Loved nephew of Marie Zenger and Mike and Doreen Geofreda. Dearest uncle to 29 nieces and nephews and great-uncle to 14 nieces and nephews. Joe will also be missed by his many cousins, co-workers and friends. Joe was employed by the HWCDSB for over 20 years, was an avid golfer and a die hard baseball fan; playing in various leagues for 50 years, over 20 of those years with his “Tribe” friends in the Hamilton Mens Fastball League. He will always be remembered for his genuine kindness and concern for others and his sense of humour. We would like to thank Dr. J.Fried, Dr.S.Jackson, Dr. Ian Hodson, Dr.S Hotte, Mona, Karen Biggs, Christine Zywine and Mary Ann of the Juravinski Cancer Centre and St. Joseph Visiting Nurses especially Rodica, Tom and Wendy, for their care and endeavours over the past 7 months. Very special thanks to Jim Whittle, Des and Dorothy Brennan, Debbie Tydd and Nancy Gagnon for their support, help and encouragement during Joe’s illness. To the students, staff and parents of St. Eugene’s School for their daily prayers and food baskets our deepest thanks. Our gratitude is more than can be measured to all. Visitation at Markey Dermody Funeral Home, 1774 King Street East on Saturday from 6-9pm and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9pm. Rosary Sunday at 2 pm. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Eugene’s Church on Monday April 1st, 2013 at 10am. Interment at Our Lady of the Angels Cemetery, Stoney Creek. Donations to a Children’s charity or the Scleroderma Society of Ontario would be appreciated. Jesus said, “Remember, you are never alone, you are never helpless, I will carry you.” and now, He has carried Joe home. God bless you Joe.