Kenneth J. “Kenny” Matarese, of Cranston, Dies at 57

Thursday, April 08, 2021

Woodlawn Funeral Home

Kenneth J. “Kenny” Matarese, 57, of Cranston, passed away unexpectedly, April 6, 2021, at home.

Born in Providence, the beloved son of the late Vito and Mary (Manzo) Matarese.

Kenny received his bachelor’s degree from Rhode Island College. He was the President and CEO of Matarese Towing Company before retiring.

He was the beloved brother of Janet M. Thibault, Vito Matarese, Fred Matarese, and the late Diane Matarese. Brother-in-law of Cynthia Matarese and the late Raymond Thibault. Loving uncle of Marc and Jason Thibault, Kayla Matarese, Jennifer Matarese, Nicole Matarese, and Vito Matarese IV.

His funeral and burial will be private.

Calling hours and flowers are respectfully omitted.

Donations in Kenny’s memory may be made to a charity of your choice.

Please share your memories and condolences at www.WoodlawnGattone.com.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Kenneth J. Matarese, please visit the floral store.

Woodlawn Funeral Homes, Inc. is proud to continue the tradition established in 1888 by Thomas Gattone. He was the first of four generations to serve the community providing dignified funeral services to all. His son Joseph, followed by his son Thomas G. Gattone passed along knowledge and wisdom. Anna Y. (Tasca) Gattone, wife of the late Thomas G. Gattone with her nephew Michael P. Tasca, President and his wife Susan M. Tasca, Funeral Director, along with their fine staff are honored and proud to continue the privilege of assisting families at a delicate time in their life.

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Kenneth J. “Kenny” Matarese, of Cranston, Dies at 57

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