Ralph Joseph Mattice's Obituary
It is with deep sorrow to announce the passing of Ralph J. Mattice on September 9, 2014 after a short illness with pancreatic cancer. Ralph is survived by his children Brian Mattice and Allie Mattice of Bradenton, Florida; mother, Joan Mattice; siblings, Robert Mattice (Remy), Joanne Mattice Gallo (Carl) and Lynn Mattice, as well as many aunts, uncles, nephews and nieces. He is predeceased by his father Ralph P Mattice and his children’s mother, Gail Richards Mattice.
Born in Boston, MA, Ralph grew up in Fairfield, CT. He is a graduate of Roger Ludlowe High School, Boston College and Stetson University College of Law. He raised his children and practiced law in Bradenton, Florida for over 30 years. He was a lifelong Yankee fan and an avid fisherman.
Ralph will be greatly missed by his large extended family, colleagues and many friends.
There will be a memorial mass on Saturday, September 27th at 12:00pm at St. Peters and Paul Church 2850 75th St. W, Bradenton, Fl 34209.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Tidewell Hospice, http://tidewell.org/hospice/
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