Jeffrey Alfred Matta
March 24, 2021
Beloved son of Doris and Dennis, brother of Jay (Marta) Stempien-Matta and Kevin, and uncle of Philip. Jeffrey was a bartender at the Polish Sea League and was one of those people who left a lasting impression on you after the first time you met him. His personality was a gift that left you better off after being served by him. He will be missed by his family and his many friends who had the pleasure of his company.
Visitation
Sunday March 28, 2021 from 1 – 5 pm with prayers at 4 pm
Jurkiewicz & Wilk Funeral Home (map)
2396 Caniff
Hamtramck MI 48212
I know our paths didn’t cross much in the last few years, but my heart treasurers the younger years when our families were inseparable. I keep remembering all of us searching for Jeff when he would wander off. “Jefffrey! Jeffrey!! Jeffrey!!! ❤️❤️ There was never a dull moment! My heart is broken for the Matta family. There are no words to make this better or easier. I hope you know how much all of you are LOVED!! All of our LOVE and PRAYERS ….
Jim and June “Latouf” HOTCHKISS.
So sorry for your loss….. it has been too long since we have gotten together.. The memories that we have is a Treasure…Their are no words to that can be said to make anything easier
.You all have always had a place in our Heart with Love. Sending Prayers & Love…
Love u jeff so much i miss u already so much big bro
Reast easy buddy. You were always a clown and no one could see threw you. You will always be missed by everyone you have ever met because your presence leaves an impact on everyone. Now that you are gone we only have memories an they were only good ones. God has a plan for all of us unfortunately you left too early. Rest in peace, look over us and guide us to be as kind and loving as you.
Very tragic that you left here, guess the Lord needed you more up there. You were always a great person to be around, always funny never a dull moment, never no issues with no one or anything your a gracious, humble person may you Rest In Peace ❤️
Jeff. You made the world a better place. We shared many great laughs. Your smile was contagious. You were a good looking, kind and charismatic guy. One of a kind. My heart become so heavy when I learned pf your passing. I was in denial and disbelief. I hope you are resting in peace now. Away from the worldly ugliness and chaos. Be with God. Be happy. Sending so many prayers to your family as they comprehend such a huge loss. Forever in my heart Jeff. Love, Hinnah.
Jeff your passing not only affected a few people but a WHOLE community. You will be forever missed. It was never a dull moment when you were around. You smile and silliness would light up the room. I pray that you give your family the strength to get through this. You will live in our hearts forever
Jeff, You have always been the Sunshine in the room, a wonderful delight and a calm soul, like you been here before. Always Happy You have a lot of friends and family that LOVE YOU.. Rest In Peace. Until we meet again..☀️
Jeff, You have always been the Sunshine in the room, a wonderful delight and a calm soul, like you been here before. Always Happy . You have a lot of friends and family that LOVE YOU.. Rest In Peace. Until we meet again..☀️
Although we both grew up in the same neighborhood, I didn’t get a chance to meet Jeff until we were grown up and I’m sorry we couldn’t have had more time together.
Jeff was one of those rare people that are always a joy to be around. He would always greet you with a smile and would always make you feel welcome and treat you like the brother you never had.
In addition to being a total class act, Jeff was one of the funniest people that I’ve ever met in my life and watching how he would use his gift to bring laughter and joy to others was truly magical to see.
I will always cherish your kindness, humor, sensitivity and your willingness to treat others with dignity and respect.
It has been an honor and a privilege to be your friend.
R.I.P. Jeffrey. I know it’s been a long time but know you’ve always been in my heart and memories.
Love you brother! Rest easy my guy…
Sorely missed. Dearly loved
This was totally unexpected to hear. Such a beautiful soul and spirit in so many ways. I am so glad I had the pleasure of knowing you. You were a great friend to many and everyone’s comedian! Your memories will definitely live on and always be remembered. Rest peacefully my friend, and give Dana a hug for me while your up there. Gone way too soon!! Praying for strength and sending my condolences to your family.
Rest in peace, you were truly a very special person in my life that I will never forget ❤️
I am very sad to learn of Jeff’s passing. Throughout all my years at HHS, Jeff was absolutely one of the coolest dudes to grace our hallways. He had so many friends and was well respected amongst his peers. I offer my heartfelt condolences to the Matta family, especially to my longtime colleague Doris. Jeff was cool breeze and will always be remembered for his peaceful spirit and wonderful humor. Fly safe my brother!
Many prayers to the Matta family. Jeffrey , growing up next door to you since babies was an absolute blessing! Many memories with you that I will forever cherish! You were like a brother to me man! Gone way to soon and a community of broken hearts. You left an impression on an entire community! Since day one I never heard or witnessed anything negative about you! You were truly an amazing person inside and out and I am so grateful I was able to grow up with such a sweet soul! You will truly be missed pal. Much love from the Bujak-Justus family. Fly high Jeffrey!
Jeff left such a lasting impression on everyone he encountered. I know as a community, we are mourning now, and will for a long time. Jeff’s personality, the jokes and laughs that he shared and his ability to be up front and honest with us made him special. I pray that his is memory eternal. ❤️
Jeff,
I did not know you as somebody who I hung out and kicked it with. But I meet you through my brother. And every time we encountered through the many many years was a happy face and a hug. You were always a staple in my brothers life. And for that I thank you and I Love you. Wish I could hear yall laugh together off some corny joke again. But memories are there and we will have them forever. RIH sir. Peace to your family, love ones and friends.
Jeff,
I was just thinking about you a little while back and so many memories as random of you came to me. From talking about how hyped you were to be in the talent show rapping to OutKast, to you casually walking by Kosinski Hardware where I worked way back in the day just to chitchat for a few, to you Obie and I rapping at at Kosciusko Club….and playing video games online with Nick. Please look over us all. You are deeply missed.
Doris….. not sure if you remember me from KMS.. We are so sorry to hear about your son.. When you look up in the sky look for the brightest star it is Jeff
looking down checking on you ..Our love to your family
Ray & Reggie
Jeff,
A good friend of my nephew David Michael Gill. I had the pleasure of meeting a young man with humor, respect & politeness. Heartfelt Sympathy to family and friends.
Rest in paradise, my heart goes out to Jeff’s family. I can always hear his laugh… damn
I send your family big love and hugs for I know you will be sorely missed.
Fly high, you will always be remembered as a good guy.
Urban man with a winning smile
Lover of life, purveyor of style.
Your humor was the perfect balance of funny and kind.
A caring friend like you, I’ll never again find.
I will miss you always checking on me. Peace.
Of all the students at HHS, none could make me laugh as much as Jeff! I will never forget him. What a bright ray of amazing sunshine. A beautiful soul. My heart goes out to his Mom, Doris, a beloved coworker at Ham High.