David Allen DeMattio

1938 - 2017

David Allen DeMattio obituary, 1938-2017

BORN

1938

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

McPeters Funeral Directors

1951 East Third Street

Corinth, Mississippi

David DeMattio Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 9, 2017.

.David passed peacefully on January 5, 2017 at his residence. He was born in Midvale, OH on May 12th, 1938 to the late Leo and Dorothy DeMattio. He was a 1957 graduate of Midvale High School and then served 3 years in the U.S. Army. David went on to work 30 plus years at Gradall where he retired. He met and married Barbara Cook in 1964. They went on to raise their sons in Ohio until 1998 when David and Barbara retired in Rienzi. David was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and son-in-law and loved his family dearly.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by brother and sister, Joey and Sharon.

David is survived by his wife of 52 years, Barbara Ann DeMattio; sons, Darren DeMattio and Christina, Brian DeMattio and Holly, Derrick DeMattio and Stacie ; 7 grandchildren, Dallas, Dakota, Samantha, Jade, Elijah and Reuben; brothers, Lenny DeMattio and Helen, Michael DeMattio, Dick DeMattio and Shirley; and sisters, Peggy, DeeAnn, Teresa, and Cathy.

McPeters Funeral Directors are in charge of the arrangements.

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January 12, 2017

Thinking of you. Love you!

January 12, 2017

In this most Difficult of times Remember Dave was one Very great Husband Father and to me a great Friend I have Many Happy Memories of time Spent With Him God Bless you all Mike Edie.

January 12, 2017

Michele (Colombo) Eckstein

I am so sorry for your loss. Your entire family has my deepest sympathy! Hugs & Prayers!

January 11, 2017

Gene and Norma Bonvechio our deepest sympathy to you Barb and your family. Davie was a dear friend for many years and I'm sure he will be sadly missed by all

January 11, 2017

Brenda Stafford

Please accept our sincere condolences at the loss of your loved one. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
God bless, Doug & Brenda

January 11, 2017

TAMMIE M LUNSFORD Pullins

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

January 11, 2017

KAREN CARLING

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998

January 11, 2017

Cindy Krocker Davis

So sorry to learn about Dave. Great memories with your family! We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.

January 11, 2017

From the Staff of McPeters Funeral Directors

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

January 10, 2017

Vicki Wells

Barb and Family, I am so sorry to hear about David. You have all been in my prayers. I have such fond memories of him and remember visiting you both in your first home in Stonecreek. He will be missed, but I chose to picture him and Aunt Margie celebrating in Heaven with family and friends! Love you! Vicki and Family

January 10, 2017

MY SINCEREST SYMPATHY TO THE DEMATTIO FAMILY

January 10, 2017

Ginger Edie Hoffman

Barbara and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Dave was best friends of my brother (Mike) and I knew him well growing up in Midvale. Prayers to you all. Ginger Edie Hoffman

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