Services will be private. Linda Maloney, 100 Elm Street, Everett, MA 02149. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. Four times at bodybuildings Super Bowl he was either last or he failed to place, including a humbling 21st out of 21 at the 2001 Olympia. MICHAEL MATARAZZO OBITUARY. He was a big fan of conspiracy theories and Johnny Cash. But it wouldnt last. 09. Mike "Marty" Matarazzo Mr. Matarazzo's death was made all the more difficult and impossible to deal with for his family and friends because it occurred so close to the recent death of his son, Michael in April at the age of 36. Failed to report flower. Weve updated the security on the site. He used to flip through them all the time. Michael J. Matarazzo Obituary. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. MIKE MATARAZZO SR., father of IFBB star MIKE MATARAZZO, died on Sunday, August 17, in Winchester, Massachusetts, at age 71 after a long illness. Best case scenario: Mike Matarazzo could fight his way into a pro-qualifier top five and then climb the ranks in subsequent shows. When I turned pro [by winning the 1991 NPC USA overall title], my career and bodybuilding became his main interest. Frederick Cafasso & Sons, Inc. Funeral Home. Photos larger than 8Mb will be reduced. When people talked about him, good or bad, on the internet, he never knew unless a friend told him. Here is Michael Materazzo's obituary. Here are the tributes to Michael Joseph Matarazzo. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. There is a problem with your email/password. Funeral arrangement under the care ofCafasso & Sons Funeral Home. Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. Mike Matarazzo as city clerk was among the most widely known and respected public servants in Everetts modern his- tory. There was a problem getting your location. Dave Draper, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Lou Ferrigno, Mike Katz, Sergio Oliva, and Frank Zane, Matarazzo answered when asked to list his early iron influences. The EVERETT LEADER HERALD & NEWS GAZETTE is published every Thursday throughout the year from 28 Church Street. Beloved husband of Lacey (Porter). Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. Michael was a man of many talents and he generously used them to help others. Legends and future legends in Venice dismissed him as that Maserati guyjust another wannabe whose name they would never need to bother learning. Bodybuildings mecca was beginning its second renaissance. Competing at 240, Mike Matarazzo had two crowd-pleasing partshis biceps and his calves. Obituary Michael G. "Marty" Matarazzo - of Everett, MA passed away unexpectedly at the age of 68 on May 4, 2022. Only the overall USA and North American champs and the Nationals class winners did so. He served as President of the Jaycees and was an accomplished vocalist for numerous bands. View the profiles of professionals named "Michael Matarazzo" on LinkedIn. She was born on August 22, 1942, in Chelsea, MA to the late John Joseph Keohane and late Camilla Cecile (Cronin) Keohane. Only a handful of men on this entire planet make barely a decent living at bodybuilding. Butt out! Why not? Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. He will be missed by his cousins, friends in Everett and Guarapuava, Brazil; especially the loving Aryanne Souza. Massachusetts obituaries and death notices, 1988 to rent. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this . There is no photo or video of Alexander Paul Matarazzo.Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute. Id rather go back in time and get a nine-to-five job and live to a ripe old age, like my grandfather.I took the gamble and lost in every way. I thought you might like to see a memorial for Michael Richard 'Mike'/'Big Guns' Matarazzo I found on Findagrave.com. It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Alexander Matarazzo (Thunder Bay, Ontario), who passed away on April 23, 2023, at the age of 24, leaving to mourn family and friends. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. [9], http:, //forums.musculardevelopment.com/showthread.php/145945-Mike-Matarazzo-in-ICU, "BodyBuildingPro.com - Biography & Contest History of Mike Matarazzo", "Bodybuilding.com - Mike Matarazzo Pro Bodybuilding Profile", "Mike Matarazzo Has Heart Attack | Mike, Bodybuilder, Heart, Career, Levels", "Mike Matarazzo - Fighting for His Life (RIP 08/17/2014)", "RIP - Mike Matarazzo - Sad Day in Bodybuilding", http://muscleweek.com/board/index.php?topic=1100.0, Muscle & Fitness: Remembering Mike Matarazzo, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Mike_Matarazzo&oldid=1117741796, This page was last edited on 23 October 2022, at 09:44. Cherished brother of Richard Matarazzo and his wife, Carol, of Billerica, MA and Angela Kelley, of Boston, MA. Checks should be made payable to the EHS Scholarship Fund with a notation on the memo line Michael Matarazzo Scholarship.. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Make sure relatives of Michael Joseph Matarazzo know they have sympathy messages here. It is very likely that Marty as he was lovingly known, died of a broken heart. Michael Richard Matarazzo (November 8, 1965 August 16, 2014) was an American IFBB professional bodybuilder. (Thompson) Matarazzo. Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). His fiance rushed him from their Modesto, California home to the hospital. Linda Maloney, 100 Elm Street, Everett, MA 02149. MICHAEL MATARAZZO OBITUARY. There he underwent triple bypass heart surgery. This is a carousel with slides. Hed be constantly encouraging me, asking what my next contest was, how many photo shoots I had lined up, when my next article was coming out. If you would like to change your settings or withdraw consent at any time, the link to do so is in our privacy policy accessible from our home page.. But it wouldnt last. He was 48. And there was no super-heavy class, which meant every amateur over 198 pounds was crammed into the heavyweight division, creating a perpetual logjam of future pro title-winners. I happened to be one who did for 15 years, but I probably took 20 years off my life. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. But what had he done? There are 40+ professionals named "Michael Matarazzo", who use LinkedIn to exchange information, ideas, and opportunities. Resend Activation Email. Adoring husband to Denise (Paratore) Matarazzo. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. MATARAZZO, Michael P. - Of Flint, age 72, died Thursday, February 26, 2004 at Genesys Regional Medical Center. Fans loved him. Mike Matarazzo, who died at 48 in 2014, was one of the most popular bodybuilders of the 1990s despite never winning a pro show. Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. Manage Settings Please try again later. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. Devoted father of Mary Jean Matarazzo of Winchester and Michael R. Matarazzo of Los Angeles, CA.. In the aftermath, his heart worked at only 20-25% of typical functionality. Thats where Mike Matarazzo, Jr. grew up. Michael constantly expressed how blessed he was to share his life and family with her. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. He was hoping to get a heart transplant when his heart beat for the final time on August 16, 2014. MICHAEL MATARAZZO OBITUARY Of Somerville, August 17, beloved husband of Mary (DiRocco). Try again later. So, when Matarazzo locked in his most muscular and his tongue jutted out, he was letting everyone know that, no matter his placing, he was having a blast. Sadly, he passed away yesterday, Saturday August 16, 2014, at just 48 years old. Cherished baby brother of Matthew Matarazzo and Gina Matarazzo, Nephew of Rick and Carol Matarazzo, Angela Kelly, Uncle Steve Bagarella and the late Valerie and Joseph Paratore. To plant Memorial Trees in memory of Michael G. Matarazzo, please click here to visit our Sympathy Store. Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? Mike Matarazzo, who died at 48 in 2014, was one of the most popular bodybuilders of the 1990s despite never winning a pro show. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. Sadly, he passed away yesterday, Saturday August 16, 2014, at just 48 years old. At 25, Matarazzo earned the right to turn pro on his first try in only his second contest and against a stacked field. In addition to Mike, Mike Sr. is survived by his wife of 44 years, MARY, daughter MARY JEAN, sister GINA DILORENZO and two grandchildren. The importance of saying "I love you" during COVID-19, Effective ways of dealing with the grieving process, Solutions to show your sympathy safely during the Covid-19 pandemic. He was only 38. At 510 and 226 pounds, he won the overall title at his first contest, the 1989 Golds Gym Classic in Massachusetts. He dedicated much of his public life to his beloved City of Everett serving first as a city councilor for 22 years, then as Assistant City Clerk and, ultimately, as the City Clerk. Increasingly, he relied on his family, friends, and Catholic faith. It seemed like every week an unknown amateur showed up at Golds from somewhere around the globe, chasing a pro card and a Weider contract. uncle to Andrew Matarazzo, Valerie Matarazzo and Renee Matarazzo and granduncle to Nicholas Matarazzo. MIKE MATARAZZO SR., father of IFBB star MIKE MATARAZZO, died on Sunday, August 17, in Winchester, Massachusetts, at age 71 after a long illness. Would you like to offer Alexander Paul Matarazzos loved ones a condolence message? By contrast, the muscles of his long torso trailed those of his limbs. The information was transmitted by his wife, Lacey Matarazzo (nee Porter), via longtime friend Mel Chancey's Facebook page, and reposted on various bodybuilding websites. Formerly a boxer, Matarazzo first won the 1989 Gold's Gym Classic in Massachusetts. He paid for my first years membership at Galaxy Gym. Contest history and videos about Mike Matarazzo can be found here. He was a father, big brother and best friend all rolled into one to me. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. Mike Matarazzo got noticed in Golds Venice in the spring of 1991 as he prepped for that summers USA Championships. It goes by real quick, even quicker when your health is gone and you have nothing to stand on.. Frederick Cafasso & Sons, Inc. Funeral Home. Jim Henderson. To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. Even though he never won one of those 31 contests, he was beloved by bodybuilding fans. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. Financially, Im pretty close to ruined. In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to help establish a scholarship fund in Michaels name. Mike Matarazzo had grown increasingly lethargic for years. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. In fact, he spent decades as an entertainer. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. He was my biggest fan and supporter. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. A lifelong resident of Everett, Michael was an accomplished singer/songwriter/poet and a running back for the 2001, 2002 and 2003 Everett High School Super Bowl Champions. Social Security Death Index (SSDI) . Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. Mike is survived his wife Lacy and their three children. Mon-Fri, 7am-6pm MDT. In those magazine years before the ubiquity of the internet, sporting 20-inch guns and sweating in Venice was the shortest route to physique fame and fortune. Services will be private. It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Michael J. Matarazzo (North Versailles, Pennsylvania), who passed away on October 31, 2018, at the age of 93, leaving to mourn family and friends. On November 8, 2007, Matarazzo suffered a heart attack, his second cardiac-related problem since his 2004 surgery. Mike Matarazzo didnt just get noticed at the 1991 USA. I was there then. Originally from Boston, Massachusetts, Matarazzo moved to Venice, California to further his bodybuilding career. Family members linked to this person will appear here. Matarazzo wasnt hearing it. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. Make sure that the file is a photo. It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Maureen P. (Freese) Klein of Georgetown, Pennsylvania, born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, who passed away on April 28, 2023, at the age of 66, leaving to mourn family and friends. Copyright 2018: Everett Leader Publishing, Inc. Mike was admitted to the intensive care unit of Stanford hospital in Palo Alto due to heart complications. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. Obituary. Home; Obituaries; Death Notices . But something didnt feel right. Michaels influence extended well beyond Everetts borders having served as a trusted advisor in both the Governor Weld and the Governor Cellucci administrations. The elder Matarazzo, who was a Korean War veteran, was often seen at pro shows in the early- and mid-'90s, but due to his illness had not been able to attend a contest since 1997. Mike Matarazzo was a bodybuilder well known and held to high regard. My Filebox . The logjam of future legends he had escaped with his one-and-done USA victory clogged up pro posedowns in subsequent years. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. Skip to main content (800) 896-5587. Two months later, with the same confidence that had fueled his USA quest, Mike Matarazzo jumped into the 1991 Mr. Olympia. Matarazzos death was made all the more difficult and impossible to deal with for his family and friends because it occurred so close to the recent death of his son, Michael in April at the age of 36. Drag images here or select from your computer for Michael Richard 'Mike'/'Big Guns' Matarazzo memorial. Doting great-grandfather to Nicholas. He loved the sport. [4][5] He died on August 16 while awaiting a heart transplant. He was 70. But, in 31 IFBB Pro League contests, he never won a title. With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Michael Joseph Matarazzo of Everett, Massachusetts, who passed away on April 17, 2022 at the age of 36. Subscribe Sign In Try for a limited time! There are no volunteers for this cemetery. Michael Materazzo Obituary. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. Matarazzo liked fishing with his kids, just as he had done with his father four decades prior. And he twice finished second in lesser shows. Peter McGoug, 5-year plan: Branch Warren; IFBB pro Branch Warren tells us wheres hes been and where hes going This second, in turn, was fueled by bodybuilders who grew up idolizing Arnoldfuture legends like Flex Wheeler, Chris Cormier, and Shawn Ray, who were part of a wave of talent that created an ever-expanding surplus of elite pro physiques during the 90s. Grandson of the late Ray and Betty (Thompson) Matarazzo and Joseph and Mamie (Bagarella) Paratore. Jul. Everett Leader Herald & News Gazette assumes no financial responsibility for typographical errors in advertisements, but will repeat that portion of the advertisement in which the typographical error occurs. The elder Matarazzo, who was a Korean War veteran, was often seen at pro shows in the early- and mid-90s, but due to his illness had not been able to attend a contest since 1997. And the crowd always roared. Tuesday, July 09 2013 02:00 PM - 05:00 PM . Devoted father of Mikey and Mia Matarazzo and Rosalina. Would you like to offer Michael J. Matarazzos loved ones a condolence message? (93 years old). Then in December 2004, he woke up straining for breath and coughing up blood. There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. Calling himself a caveman, he didnt log on to computers. Returning to his blue-collar roots, he worked as a bail bondsman. Mr. Matarazzo single handedly gave substance to this citys history so that it might be handed down through the ages. At the time of his death he was residing in Modesto, California, and had been forced to stop working as a bail bondsman due to his 20% heart function. In the aftermath, Matarazzo did two interviews with FLEX magazine that reverberated through the bodybuilding community. Early in 1991, in the tradition of some of his aforementioned idols, he moved to Venice, California, to train at Golds Gym. That Mr. O was Matarazzos final contest. His gains were dramatic, and he wanted to see where he stood against the best amateurs. Formerly a boxer, Matarazzo first won the 1989 Gold's Gym Classic in Massachusetts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. He cast a substantial presence in the clerks office during his 11 year tenure as city clerk. Robert "Bob" Matarazzo, of Southport, NC, went to be with God on July 5TH 2020. Date of birth 8 November 1966 Date of death 16 August 2014 Michael Richard Matarazzo (November 8, 1966 - August 16, 2014) was an American IFBB professional bodybuilder. Illuminate their memory Anthony J. Matarazzo Sr. Obituary It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Anthony J. Matarazzo Sr. of East Hanover, New Jersey, born in East Orange, New Jersey, who passed away on January 4, 2023, at the age of 96, leaving to mourn family and friends. The family moved to Baldwin Avenue in Everett when he was ten years old and thus began a lifelong love affair with this citys people and its rich history which was largely overlooked and uncollated until he historiographised it into two fabulous publications which he authored and which represent about the sum total of Everetts extant history today.Mr. Try again later. And a long time for a human being is nothing. Mr. Matarazzo was devastated and he was thrown into a state of deep despair by his sons death as was his entire family. There is no photo or video of Michael Joseph Matarazzo.Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. Formerly a boxer, Matarazzo first won the 1989 Gold's Gym Classic in Massachusetts. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. In the small city of Modesto, where he moved in 1997, he lived the anonymous life the Italian-American kid from a working class Boston suburb might have had all along if he hadnt rocketed to worldwide fame at the 1991 USA. He preserved, gathered, wrote about and published the two most important volumes of history ever written about the City of Everett. He was born on February 25th 1951 to the late Nicholas and Gloria (DiBenedetto) Matarazzo. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. Fitness Tests Predict Mortality, COVERT CARDIO: How to Burn Calories Easily, Darrem Charles: Bio & Classic Physique Advice, Paul Rudd Shares Fitness Secrets for Looking Young, Science Says: Best (and Worst) Biceps Exercises, Tom Stoltman Wins 2021 Worlds Strongest Man. Arrangements by the Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home, 65 Clark St., Everett 02149 617.387.3120 Condolences may be sent to Michael & Denise Matarazzo, 55 School Street, Everett, MA 02149. His greatest obstacle was the surplus of quality physiques in the 90s. He was this citys embodiment of its neglected and overlooked history and a substantial, studied voice as its de facto official historian. Thanks for including my father as part of a sport that I consider the best in the world. It was the steroids, the growth hormones, the diuretics.I wouldnt in a million years change a lot of the aspects of bodybuilding, but thats the one aspect Id discontinue if I had a second chance., When he was asked What should those who still have a second chance do about it? the 1991 USA winner responded: Put [the drugs] away. This made it difficult for Matarazzo to grow as popular with discerning judges as he was with his legion of fans. The final question in that interview was what did he hope to hear at the pearly gates. His trademark gesture punctured the artifice of the cooler-than-thou bodybuilding persona. Michael loved the family dogs Ozcar and Lily and they loved him. We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. Funeral arrangement under the care ofAlfieri Funeral Home Inc. And he ballooned up as a consequence. Would you like to offer Michael Joseph Matarazzos loved ones a condolence message? Michael Joseph Matarazzo Obituary With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Michael Joseph Matarazzo of Everett, Massachusetts, who passed away on April 17, 2022 at the age of 36. ). Beloved husband of Barbara A. Failed to delete flower. When I first started lifting weights, a lot of people told me I was wasting my time, but my dad was incredibly supportive. They advised him to stay on the East Coast and build his name in smaller showsmaybe the Jr. USA, maybe the Jr. Nationals. MICHAEL MATARAZZO OBITUARY MATARAZZO, Michael K. In Winthrop, July 1. Search above to list available cemeteries. Formerly a boxer, Matarazzo first won the 1989 Gold's Gym Classic in Massachusetts. Matarazzo, Michael Joseph entered into eternal rest on Easter Sunday, April 17, 2022. Please enter your email address and we will send you an email with a reset password code. Sadly, he passed away yesterday, Saturday August 16, 2014, at just 48 years old. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. Michael G. Marty Matarazzo - of Everett, MA passed away unexpectedly at the age of 68 on May 4, 2022. Returning to his blue-collar roots, he worked as a bail bondsman. Known primarily for his massive arms and calves, his best placing in the Mr. Olympia competition (out of seven total appearances) was 9th, in 1998. A funeral service will be held on Friday, May 5th 2023 at 11:00 AM at the Calvary Lutheran Church (2820 Donald St E, Thunder Bay, ON P7E5X7). He competed for the first time in the Mr. Olympia contest in 1991.

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