Augustine R. Matacchiero

Delmar- Augustine Rudolph Matacchiero, 83, died at home in Delmar, New York on August 9, 2011. Mr. Matacchiero, son of Nunzio Matacchiero and Rosa Grieco, was born in Albany on October 7, 1927. At age 16, Mr. Matacchiero (Gus) joined the United States Navy, serving a 4 year term. Following his term in the Navy, he drove a truck for Eckert Oil, and sold automobile parts for Peerless Auto Parts. He then began his career with Niagara Mohawk, where he spent over 30 years as foreman of a "Hot Stick" line crew. Gus's real passion and gift was being the ultimate backyard mechanic with a special interest in antique automobiles and woodworking. He could fix or build just about anything, and did so regularly, in his workshops. In his lifetime he lovingly restored 5 antique automobiles, all of which are still in the family. Gus was a well rounded musician, accomplished in piano and accordion, but with a fondness for the banjo. Gus entertained many people playing with the Tri-City Banjo Band on Sunday afternoons. He passed on his mechanical abilities and love of music through many hours spent with his children and grandchildren. Gus is survived by his wife of 60 years, Virginia Kahl; eight children, Margaret Capuano (John), Mark Matacchiero (Nancy), Mary Matacchiero, Jeanie Berrios (Tony), Michael Matacchiero, Catherine Barry (Vincent), Richard Matacchiero (Debra), Rosemary DeMarco (Vincent); eighteen grandchildren and four great grandchildren. He will be missed by all. Funeral services Saturday, August 13, 2011 from the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany at 9:45 am thence to Blessed Sacrament Church at 10:30 am where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited and may call Friday, August 12, 2011 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Interment will follow the Mass in Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Colonie. Those wishing to remember Gus in a special way may send contributions to Community Maternity Services, 27 N. Main Ave, Albany, NY 12203. To leave Gus’s family a special message on their guestbook; obtain a prayer card or directions, or share a photo or E-Card with them, please visit www.mcveighfuneralhome.com

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Augustine R. Matacchiero

October 7, 1927 - August 9, 2011