Birth date: Aug 15, 1942 Death date: Sep 9, 2019
Larry Robert Mattei Sr. passed away after a long struggle with congestive heart failure. Larry was born in Rolla, Missouri and resided in Seminole, Florida for over 40 years. He was an outstanding husband, father, and grandfather Read Obituary
I did not have the pleasure of knowing Mr. Mattei bit I have know Steve for many years. He is a fine young man and the Apple doesn’t fall too far from the tree. It takes a special man to raise a special children.
Prayers and condolences,
The Byrd Family
My Uncle Larry (also, my Godfather) taught me how to play chess and introduced me to one of my favorite meals; eggplant parmesan. I remember how great he was at shooting pool -our house, in Seminole, at Thanksgiving. I always knew him to be a kind man and a great cook who liked to laugh and could be spirited when talking politics. I knew him as a generous man and patient teacher. I am so sad he's gone, but happy he's without pain now. Love you Uncle Larry and you will be in my prayers with Pop pop, Nana and Uncle Ed.
Larry and I could easily talk on any subject. When you walked into a room, whether it was his home or even a restaurant, he always greeted you with a warm friendly smile! I truly believe the word "stranger" was not in his vocabulary.
I first met Larry at a Uhrie/Mattei family picnic around 2001 or 2002 and quickly learned he had a passion for cooking and grilling. Over these many years I have had the pleasure of enjoying his cooking expertise, a talent he passed on to Larry Jr and Steve. Put the three of them in a kitchen together and you were in for a treat!
I will truly miss Larry and am forever greatful I had the opportunity to spend quality time with him.
God Bless you Larry,
Karen Scites
