We have set your language to Subscription Rate: By mail, one year $100.00; six months $50.00; single copy 25 cents. Make sure relatives of Michael Joseph Matarazzo know they have sympathy messages here. Michael G. Marty Matarazzo - of Everett, MA passed away unexpectedly at the age of 68 on May 4, 2022. Mike Matarazzo had been suffering from heart problems since his open heart surgery in December of 2004. This was true of the 1993 Arnold Classic, when he went thoroughly high-def. Michaels passion for Everett history, especially Everett High School football history, is demonstrated throughout his published books and he was frequently pursued as a speaker on various historic topics. Many considered him Everetts Unofficial Historian and he was an ardent collector of Everett memorabilia, much of which he donated to the City. Matarazzo's last appearance in a professional bodybuilding event was the 2001 Mr. Olympia, where he placed 21st.He was forced to retire due to having open heart surgery on December 8, 2004 as a result of clogged arteries. arazzo of Everett, Massachusetts, an award winning book author, well-respected real estate agent and retired clerk of The Everett City, has sadly and unexpectedly passed away on Thursday, May 05, 2022, leaving his entire family, close relatives, and groups of friends in total devastation and sadness. He paid for my first years membership at Galaxy Gym. Leave a sympathy message to the . My sincerest condolences to your family and closest friends who will now miss you more than life. Cherished son of Mary. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. Devoted father of Michelle A. Lerner & her husband Scott of Winthrop &. Mike was admitted to the intensive care unit of Stanford hospital in Palo Alto due to heart complications. Here are the tributes to Alexander Paul Matarazzo. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. His health deteriorated further. Mike talked openly about his steroid abuse and his HGH abuse, along with a myriad of diuretics he almost died using. In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to help establish a scholarship fund in Michaels name. MICHAEL MATARAZZO OBITUARY Of Somerville, August 17, beloved husband of Mary (DiRocco). Would you like to offer Michael Joseph Matarazzos loved ones a condolence message? Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. At heart, he was a musician and entertainer. He loved the sport. 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. Bob, the most devoted and loving husband, father and grandfather, is survived by his wife, Irene (Ferrara) Matarazzo; sons, Robert Jr, Michael and Alexander . Michael Matarazzo, one of Everetts best known and best liked former public officials, died suddenly last Thursday. Try again. He underwent bypass surgery again and had a defibrillator installed. Still, he was newly signed with Weider, where he remained for 15 years. Mr. Matarazzo was a good looking man with a great smile and a hearty laugh and a good sense of humor. I spoke with Mike Jr. via phone three days after his fathers death, and heres what he told me. Funeral arrangement under the care ofAlfieri Funeral Home Inc. His is the most improbable dash from amateur to pro in bodybuilding history. This is a carousel with slides. Linda Maloney, 100 Elm Street, Everett, MA 02149. To use this feature, use a newer browser. Peter McGoug, 5-year plan: Branch Warren; IFBB pro Branch Warren tells us wheres hes been and where hes going MICHAEL MATARAZZO OBITUARY MATARAZZO, Michael K. In Winthrop, July 1. Originally from Boston, Massachusetts, Matarazzo moved to Venice, California to further his bodybuilding career. On August 3rd, 2014, Matarazzo was in the intensive care unit of Stanford hospital in Palo Alto due to heart complications. Michael Richard Matarazzo (November 8, 1965 August 16, 2014) was an American IFBB professional bodybuilder. Also in 1992, on his way to finishing fifth at the Ironman Pro, he initiated his Gene Simmons-style tongue shot and debuted the now-common act of posedown participants jumping off stage and flexing in the audience. Try again later. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. Mike Matarazzo was a bodybuilder well known and held to high regard. 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. Emotionally, it made a guy like mewhose only fear in life was the loss of his mother and fatherafraid of every little ache and pain., Mike Matarazzo encouraged bodybuilders to buy health insurance and get frequent medical checkups. His gains were dramatic, and he wanted to see where he stood against the best amateurs. [2] He was forced to retire due to having open heart surgery on December 8, 2004 for clogged arteries. Find Mike Matarazzo stock photos and editorial news pictures from Getty Images. His lower legs rank among the best ever seen. Mike Matarazzo, who died at 48 in 2014, was one of the most popular bodybuilders of the 1990s despite never winning a pro show. Mike Matarazzo had grown increasingly lethargic for years. And he twice finished second in lesser shows. The first had been in the 70s with Arnold and company. And Id stay away from fruits because of their sugar. He did seven Olympias, but 1998 was the only Mr. Olympia in which he landed in single digits. Services will be private. She was born on August 22, 1942, in Chelsea, MA to the late John Joseph Keohane and late Camilla Cecile (Cronin) Keohane. He was 48. He wasnt going to saunter about serving up faux smiles as if doling out gifts. 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. You will be sorely missed everyday.. Returning to his blue-collar roots, he worked as a bail bondsman. ). Mike Matarazzo got noticed in Golds Venice in the spring of 1991 as he prepped for that summers USA Championships. And the crowd always roared. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. 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. There was an error deleting this problem. He is survived by : his parents, Michael G. Matarazzo and Denise Matarazzo (Paratore); his siblings, Matthew Matarazzo and Gina Matarazzo; his aunts and uncles, Rick, Carol Matarazzo, Angela Kelly and Steve Bagarella; his grandparents, Betty Matarazzo (Thompson), Joseph and Mamie Paratore (Bagarella); his nephew Andrew Matarazzo; his nieces, Valerie Matarazzo and Renee Matarazzo; his great-nephew Nicholas Matarazzo; and his friends, Guarapuava and Brazil. Mike Matarazzo as city clerk was among the most widely known and respected public servants in Everetts modern his- tory. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. Mr. Matarazzo was devastated and he was thrown into a state of deep despair by his sons death as was his entire family. But to jump into the lions den in 1991? Would you like to offer Alexander Paul Matarazzos loved ones a condolence message? Dr. Salvatore "Sal" Michael Matarazzo, 98, of Murray, Kentucky, died Monday, June 14, 2021, at the Murray-Calloway County Hospital in Murray. Michael was a man of many talents and he generously used them to help others. Here are the tributes to Michael Joseph Matarazzo. Butt out! 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. Year should not be greater than current year. Increasingly, he relied on his family, friends, and Catholic faith. His sixth-place finish in a deep field of 16 at the 1993 Arnold was arguably his greatest pro accomplishment. Frederick Cafasso & Sons, Inc. Funeral Home. There is no photo or video of Michael J. Matarazzo.Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute. Michael loved the family dogs Ozcar and Lily and they loved him. This browser does not support getting your location. Increasingly, he relied on his family, friends, and Catholic faith. Mike Matarazzo, will be truly missed by all bodybuilding fans all over the world. To send flowers or plant a tree in memory of Michael Matarazzo, visit the Tribute Store. Please enter your email address and we will send you an email with a reset password code. [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. Mike Matarazzo (November 8, 1965 - August 16, 2014) winning the Heavyweight and Overall categories of the NPC USA Men's Bodybuilding Championships back in 19. 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. [4][5] He died on August 16 while awaiting a heart transplant. Originally from Boston, Massachusetts, Matarazzo moved to Venice, California to further his bodybuilding career. Mike Matarazzo Steroid Cycle: Why were these drugs used by him? Jul. He was my biggest fan and supporter. Sadly, he passed away yesterday, Saturday August 16, 2014, at just 48 years old. Your Scrapbook is currently empty. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. Worry about keeping that body of yours as healthy as possible, because its going to have to last you not just through your next contest or to the end of your bodybuilding contract, but for a long time. Why not? Matarazzo was so much more than the former City Clerk, he also served on the Everett Common Council representing Ward 6 for 18 years and he was on the staff of Massachusetts Governor's Bill Weld and Paul Cellucci. My family didnt have any money, but the buddies I grew up with were the closest friends Ive ever had in my life. Inspired by fellow Italian-American Rocky Balboa, he boxed. An obituary is not available at this time for Michael Matarazzo. 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. Try again later. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. First Visitation. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. Sadly, he passed away yesterday, Saturday August 16, 2014, at just 48 years old. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. Weekly News for Everett MA and surrounding areas. Gregg Vale. And a long time for a human being is nothing. Events. And he ballooned up as a consequence. His greatest obstacle was the surplus of quality physiques in the 90s. You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. An example of data being processed may be a unique identifier stored in a cookie. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. Details of that celebration and additional information about the scholarship fund will be forthcoming. Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). So all that is gone now, because we shared everything. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. Obituary. Sorry! He was a major league character in the life and times of the city of Everett. American IFBB professional bodybuilder. I happened to be one who did for 15 years, but I probably took 20 years off my life. Tuesday, July 09 2013 02:00 PM - 05:00 PM . 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. Mike Matarazzo, will be truly missed by all bodybuilding fans all over the world. He was 48. This is his story. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. He was an honest, hard-working, intelligent public official at city hall as clerk and as a member of the former Board of Aldermen many years before. Financially, Im pretty close to ruined. On November 8, 2007, Matarazzo suffered a heart attack, his second cardiac-related problem since his 2004 surgery. But, in 31 IFBB Pro League contests, he never won a title. He is survived by : his child Darlene Kerchner (Mike); his wife Joan Matarazzo; and his parents, Gaetano Matarazzo and Nicoletta Matarazzo. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. [6][7] At the time of his death he was residing in Modesto, California, and had been forced to stop working as a bail bondsman[8] due to his 20% heart function. Michael Matarazzo Death - Obituary is Not Available: Mayor Carlo DeM. Matarazzo has often been referred to as Everetts unofficial historian.He was not an unofficial historian at all. A system error has occurred. MIKE MATARAZZO SR., father of IFBB star MIKE MATARAZZO, died on Sunday, August 17, in Winchester, Massachusetts, at age 71 after a long illness. Another highlight was his ninth at the 1998 Mr. Olympia. [1], Matarazzo's last appearance in a professional bodybuilding event was the 2001 Mr. Olympia, where he placed 21st. Michael served in the Army during the Korean Conflict. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. Devoted grandfather to Andrew, Valerie, and Renee. Obituary. Fans loved him. Complete obituary will be announced later. MICHAEL MATARAZZO OBITUARY. 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. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. Drag images here or select from your computer for Michael Richard 'Mike'/'Big Guns' Matarazzo memorial. At the time of his death he was residing in Modesto, California, and was last reported to be working as a bail bondsman for AJ's Bail Bonds. He learned firsthand how great the schism is between the best amateurs and the best pros. Manage Settings Cherished brother of Richard Matarazzo and his wife, Carol, of Billerica, MA and Angela Kelley, of Boston, MA. Somerville, Massachusetts is a working-class city adjoining Boston. 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. Michael had a quick wit and a keen sense of humor. His passing is a loss not only to family and friends, but to the entire Everett community. Marty, as he was known to his friends, was a devout Christian. The three things that mattered most to him were family, faith and community. He was 70. The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. Linda Maloney, 100 Elm Street, Everett, MA 02149. They loved him because the tongue out said Im loving this. This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. The final question in that interview was what did he hope to hear at the pearly gates. Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. They advised him to stay on the East Coast and build his name in smaller showsmaybe the Jr. USA, maybe the Jr. Nationals. So, he wasnt invincible after all. Mike Matarazzo responded, Come on in, Michael, youve been a very good man on Earth. In recognition of Michaels many friends and the overwhelming expressions of support, the family intends to have a celebration of Michaels life in the near future. In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to help establish a scholarship fund in Michaels name. He did it every time he crunched a most muscular during his 31 pro shows. He was undefeated and the talk of bodybuilding, and, as with the USA, he needed to see just where he stood. Forget that. Jim Henderson. Youll never believe where I am at this moment. In the first (March 2005), he stated that he had genetically high cholesterol, and he spoke wistfully about the health he had lost and gratefully about the life he still had. Mike was admitted to the intensive care unit of Stanford hospital in Palo Alto due to heart complications. My mother said that all the stress and pain that had been in his face for years was gone. Beloved son of Michael G. and Denise (Paratore) Matarazzo. He won the heavyweight class and the overall, beating such future legends as Flex Wheeler, Chris Cormier, and Ronnie Coleman. Photos larger than 8Mb will be reduced. 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. His trademark gesture punctured the artifice of the cooler-than-thou bodybuilding persona. Make sure relatives of Alexander Paul Matarazzo know they have sympathy messages here. 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When I first started lifting weights, a lot of people told me I was wasting my time, but my dad was incredibly supportive. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. Michaels influence extended well beyond Everetts borders having served as a trusted advisor in both the Governor Weld and the Governor Cellucci administrations. Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. Michael constantly expressed how blessed he was to share his life and family with her. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. This account has been disabled. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. Weve updated the security on the site. Michael J. Matarazzo Obituary. 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. Please try again later. 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