Matt was born and raised in New Jersey, the fourth of seven children. In his early twenties he moved to Cape Cod and made it his lifetime home. An accomplished musician, he played the drums for several bands and also tended bar in several Hyannis establishments. Later he moved into construction, and for the past 9 years worked at the Quaker Meeting Stop & Shop. There he had many friends and met a lot of wonderful people, many of whom he regarded as his extended family. Matt also enjoyed reading history and watching the Patriots. He was predeceased by his father Francis, loving mother Ruth, and brother David.
He is survived by his brothers, Michael (Dorothy), David’s widow Crystal, Paul (Jean), Brendan and sisters, Anita-Marie (Michael) and Lisa, and many nieces and nephews. Matty will be missed for his sense of humor, his storytelling and love of people and life.
In lieu of flowers please make a donation to a charity of your choice.
Visitation hours will be 5pm-8pm, Friday, November 15th at the Nickerson-Bourne Funeral Home in Sandwich, MA.
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