Mark Matera Obituary

Hello Deb, Angela & Leo,
By now, you know well as we think of hard working Mark with a smile. Why so, this is confimation and aknowledgement of his everlasting greeting of a smile and laughter. Mark is still here, his spirit fills us all cutting through the neighborhood on the way to the airport ..... he lives in all of us and for certian in you, Angela & Leo........ the spitting image of his father as a 2nd generation firemen of my sonic "Brother in Arms". MM Sncly Almcmk

Let’s enjoy this one Mark. Likely one of the best laid audiophile recordings ever. The best for the best in all done in this life including being a family man and best friend.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Wu4oy1IRTh8

Hello Deb, Angela & Leo 
Leo answered my call today time has flown & so has Mark. As I asked for Mark today there was expectation that Leo would call for Mark. In awe he informed me of Marks passing. Mark & I had audio, conversation, opinions, music & immense amounts of time that we spent together in the fire house. We will miss that. Since I left the job our contact was greatly reduced. Work and it's challenges with family took precedent. Mark Matera without doubt In my life time is one of the greatest human beings I have known in my life. That shall forever stand, friends of such depth, diplomatic texture are not encountered often. I do believe that GOD has loaned us a few like Mark for HIS purpose and reason that we clealry know the difference. Mark was a star extremely bright. He has left an indelible Mark on all of our hearts shinning bright a man of modest means, great character standing for that which is just & right, more than that Mark was a great friend. Mark you are missed my friend as you well now know. I apologize for missing that promised lunch or opportunity to just stop by. Real friends in this life, there are not many therefore those you have are treasured.  My treasured friendship is only misplaced, reclamation shall come again! Deb, Angela and Leo are great reflection of the friend Mark was and a better world left behind. These are all fact, not fiction. I am eye witness to Mark Materra making the world a better place. 3-3-5 n/ with & thru GOD himself RIP my friend & brother n arms!

Deb - all my thoughts and prayers to you, Angela and Leo

Mark,
I didn't have as long as I would have liked, but the past seven years getting to know you and your family have been wonderful. You were a wonderful father, brother and friend. I am so grateful to have met you and I will never ever forget you.

Debbie,
I'm so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda Zimmerman

Mark, you will be missed. Your time in the Fire Prevention Bureau was too short, but your impact is not forgotten. Your love for music and people has resonated with all of us.

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Rest in Peace.

Debbie, my heart goes out to you and your children. I'm so sorry Mark had to leave you so young. Please know that my prayers are with you and yours.
Love, Mary Bojda

Debbie,
You, Angela and Leo are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Pol

mark; you will be deeply missed but will always be in our memory. rest in peace my friend. jose rosario cfd trk-60

Sorry for our loss. My prayers are with you and your family.

My deepest sympathy and Gods blessings to the Matera family.
Bob Richter CFD E-14

Rest in peace Mark. We may have lost you physically, but we will always have you in our hearts.

Linda

Mark was a good man . I will miss him.

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.