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Albany – Dakota Marie Matacchiero passed from this life on July 22, 2021 after a two year struggle with cancer, with her family and fiancé by her side. She has returned to God and is lighting up the heavens with her smile and laugh. Born on February 24, 1987, at the Long Island College Hospital, Dakota is the daughter of Mary Matacchiero. Dakota faced many medical challenges in her short life but faced each one with fortitude and resilience, and with a smile that would light up the world. Dakota was known as a strong and spirited girl with a dazzling smile and sparkling eyes. Her persistence and tenacity in the 34 years of her life has been a wonderful example to all who were blessed to be part of her life. Dakota graduated from Albany High School and was employed by Pet Smart and then the Albany City School District. Dakota had a patient and loving presence, so much so that animals inherently trusted her. It was a gift that she shared with many creatures. In addition to her mother, she leaves behind her sister, Shyla Popa, her fiancé Michael Puspurs, many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. The family wants to thank the parishioners of St. Vincent de Paul, and our many friends and family for their consistent prayers and support. We also thank the medical teams which over the years have provided such compassionate care for her. Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Dakota’s family on Friday, July 30, 2021 from 4:00 to 8:00 pm in the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany, NY 12206. Please only enter the funeral home from the rear parking lot doorway; unvaccinated individuals must wear a mask and practice social distancing. Dakota’s Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, July 31, 2021 at 9:00 am at St. Vincent de Paul Church, 900 Madison Avenue, Albany, NY 12208. Unvaccinated individuals must wear a mask and practice social distancing. To view her Funeral Mass online please visit www.facebook.com/stvincentalbany/ The Rite of Interment will immediately follow at Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Colonie. Donations in Dakota’s name can be made to Orange Street Cats at http://www.orangestreetcats.org To leave Dakota’s family a message on their guestbook, obtain directions, or view other helpful services, please visit www.mcveighfuneralhome.com

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Dakota Marie Matacchiero

February 24, 1987 - July 22, 2021

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Dakota Marie Matacchiero

February 24, 1987 - July 22, 2021

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