John Anthony DiMatteo

John, a proud Army Veteran and graduate of General Motors Institute, worked for General Motors, Delco Moraine for 30+ years. Upon retirement his love of sports and people led him to work for The Dayton Dragons and The University of Dayton Football and Basketball programs until November of 2024 at the AGE of 90!

John lived a full, meaningful life centered around the things he loved the most: his family, sports, good food, and the stories that connected us all. He was always proud to be a part of something bigger, always lighting up when he got to talk about the teams and the people he met along the way.

John had an adventurous spirit shaped by his experiences growing up and serving in the military. His stories weren't just tales - they were pieces of history, of his journey, shared with laughter, wisdom, and the occasional mischievous grin.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Carol DiMatteo; sister-in-law, Susan DiMatteo.

John is survived by his children, Laura (Don) Martindale, John DiMatteo, Thomas DiMatteo and Melissa (Rich) Smith; grandchildren, Cassie (Randy) Young, Ty (Kayla Yockel) Martindale, Victoria (Garrett) Wall, Caitlyn DiMatteo; great-grandchildren Georgia and Daisy Young, Delainey and Lenore Wall and Reya Martindale. Also survived by Brother, Anthony DiMatteo and Sister, Marianne Patton. Along with several nieces and nephews.

We'll miss him deeply, but we'll carry his spirit with us always in our stories, in our traditions, and in the way we show up for the people and passions that matter most.

A gathering of family & friends will be from 10:00AM - 12:00PM on Monday, April 28th 2025 at Gebhart-Schmidt-Parramore Funeral Home, 508 E. Linden Ave., Miamisburg, OH 45342. A graveside service will follow at Our Lady of Good Hope Cemetery, at the corner of Kercher and 9th Street, Miamisburg, Ohio. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.gebhartschmidtparramore.com