Matt was a wonderful neighbor. Words cannot express how much we will miss his presence in our neighborhood, always willing to help with a smile. He will be sorely missed.

Matty was a great guy. He could even make a boring spin class fun. He will be missed by so many. Our sincerest sympathy.

Rest in Peace, he is in a great place now, no need to worry or be sad. Wish your family wellness and peace through the healing process.

I’m very saddened to hear of Matty’s Passing, it was always a pleasure to play Pickleball with him as he was never concerned with your level is skills.... I will always remember his craziness. RIP buddy.

Dear Matty's family,

I am so very sorry for your loss. I knew Matty from pickleball and he was always so kind, caring and funny. He will be deeply missed My deepest condolences to his family

We are heart broken to hear Matty passed so suddenly. He was loved by many and we will miss him soo much!! Sending love, hugs and prayers for Joan and his family.

To Matty's family

We are very sorry for your loss. We enjoyed playing pickleball with Matty. His patience playing with us as we learned the game was greatly appreciated. His kindness and humor will be missed.

Dennis and Michele Clarkec3clt

Sometimes words just don’t say it. It’s a feeling. Matty never failed to kiss me hello, making me always feel welcome. His spirit was brighter than most, and will forever live on in the hearts that he has touched. I consider myself blessed for having crossed paths with such an adorable gentle soul. On the Pickleball court he styled his own mannerisms. Certain things he did or the faces he made or The rolling of the eyes, when your shot was a bit ridiculous. He made me laugh and that is a gift. I will miss him. Rest In Peace dear friend

Katherine

We knew Matty through the Monmouth Pickleball Club and enjoyed playing with him many times. We will miss him. Our sincere condolences to his wife and family.

I had the pleasure of meeting Matty in 1993 at work, in Piscataway, New Jersey.

He had the uncanny ability to fit in anywhere and do anything.

It did not take long to realize, that this was a very special person.

I am very glad to have crossed paths with Matty.

My deepest condolences to, his family, and everyone else he touched.....

Christopher Hemmes

With heartfelt sympathy Joan, to you and your family. May your wonderful memories help you through this difficult time.

Deepest sympathy to Joanie and family.. What started as coworkers, became 40 years of friendship. Being friends with Matty, was like being family. I trusted his judgement, shared the ups and downs of life, shake my head now and smile at some of antics we pulled. Most of all, enjoyed hearing him laugh..

He once told me, my youngest son had the “gift” of life. Matty you had the “gift" of life. Bringing love, joy & laughter to your family and friends.. I will miss you my friend. Rest in Peace...

Joan, my heart goes out to you and your family! So very sorry for Matty’s passing! Sending our deepest thoughts, prayers and condolences!

I loved playing Pickleball with Matty. Not because we played well together- we were a horrible team -but because Matty was such a wise a## that he would have a comment and a witty comeback on every play that always made me laugh. He was fun and welcoming to all and I will truly miss him.

One didn’t have to know Matty long to love him. He leaves a large hole in the Pickleball community where he will be sorely missed. And remembered well. May he rest In peace.

I was devastated to hear of Matt’s sudden passing. He was a regular at Gold’s Gym and a regular in some of my classes. His humor kept everyone in class - including me - laughing and entertained. I will miss that and always hearing “Great class, kiddo!” My sincere thoughts and prayers are with Joan and the entire family. Rest easy, Matt...

There is an expression that people from the old neighborhood in Brooklyn would understand. "Matty was like a piece of bread," He will be truly missed!

I am so sorry for your loss, Matty was a great guy on the court and off. I will miss playing pickelball and laughing with him on the court.

On Sunday I lost a good and trusted friend.Someone I could call a brother.

Matty you will be greatly missed.Rest in Peace

We have certainly lost one of the good guys. Rest in peace Matty. You will be greatly missed, as well as, your antics on the pickleball courts.

Our deepest condolences to Matt’s family and friends. We have enjoyed our time with Matty on the pickleball courts. He was so much fun to play with and always a pleasure to be around. We will miss him dearly.

My Heart goes to you and your family at this difficult time.

Gabriele

I only met him once last Tuesday, and fell in love with him. He was warm, funny, caring and an all around great person. I felt like I have known him for such a long time. My heart is broken at his untimely passing. He will be missed.

We will remember Matty as a genuine down to earth guy with great family values.

We will miss his gentle voice, wonderful sense of humor, and his wild, crazy light up Halloween Costumes.

We are better people for knowing Matty and we will miss him dearly.

Lu-Anne and John

So sorry for your loss. We have really enjoyed playing pickle ball with Mattie. Always made everyone around him laugh. Will miss you buddy.

So sorry. My prayers for you all.

Matty was like a ray of sunshine. Always made me smile just to see him. I will miss him very much on the pickleball courts!