Obituary of Donald P. Matt

Donald P. Matt Donald P. Matt, age 71, of Rome, passed away November 18, 2010, after a long illness. He was born June 27, 1939, in Rome, a son of Reinhart and Victoria Marshall Matt, and graduated from Rome Free Academy. Don was united in marriage to the former Carol A. Thomas, on December 25, 1961, in Rome; she died September 5, 2010. He was a well known self employed carpenter for many years. He was a member of St. Mary's Church. Don loved being around his family and friends. He will be greatly missed Don is survived by his mother, Victoria; a daughter and son in law, Kathleen and James Jaynes of Rome; four sons and daughters in law, Thomas and Joanie Matt of Rome, Steve and Julie Matt of Rome, Michael Matt and fiancée Tammy Mahon of Calcium, NY, and Richard and Kelli Matt of Rome; a sister, Joan Pinti of Rome; 13 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. He was predeceased by a grandson, Joshua. The funeral service will be held Saturday at 8:00 PM, from the Barry Funeral Home, 807 W. Chestnut Street. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home, Saturday 5 to 8 PM, prior to the funeral service. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association or the American Cancer Society. Please offer online tributes or light a candle at: www.BarryFuneralHome.com