Isabella "Noni" La Mattina

Funeral information

Home: Madera, CA Place of Birth: Fresno, CA
Date of Death: February 21, 2010 Birthdate: May 20, 1914
Age: 95

Service information: Monday, March 01, 2010 10:00 AM Jay Chapel, Madera, CA

Visitation: Sunday, February 28, 2010 2:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. at Jay Chapel, Madera, CA

Interment: Calvary Cemetery, Madera, CA

Biography

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Isabella LaMattina Service at Jay Chapel

Age 95, a native of Fresno, CA and a resident of Madera, CA for 76 years passed Sunday, February 21, 2010 at a Madera hospital. Isabella was born May 19, 1914 to Ernesto and Margherita Scelzi.  She married Amedeo La Mattina November 26 1933.  She was a baker for Perlongo's Bakery for many years. Noni was an amazing mother, grandmother, homemaker and friend to anyone who knew her. Isabella was a member of the Italo American Club where she was awarded "Mother of the Year" in 2000. She loved to cook and her kitchen always smelled of something good. She also loved the ocean, flowers, humming birds, dancing and going places including a trip to Italy. Noni loved bright pretty colors, red was her favorite and most of all, Noni loved her family and friends. She was always there no matter what.

We Love you Mama "Noni" and we will miss you!

Isabella was preceded in death by her husband, Amedeo; her parents Ernesto and Margherita Scelzi; 4 brothers: Louis, Jack, Mike & Vincent; 2 sisters: Nanette and Frances; 2 grandsons: Sammy & Danny La Mattina and 1 great-grandson: Baby Sammy.

She is survived by 2 sons: Leon "Sonny" La Mattina of Madera, CA and Ernie La Mattina of Missouri. 2 daughters: Emily La Mattina & Michele La Mattina both of Madera, CA. 2 brothers: Alex Scelzi & Ernest Scelzi both of Fresno, CA. 2 sisters: Josie Welch & Margaret Baker both of Fresno, CA. She was the grandmother of 11, great grandmother 25 and great-great-grandmother of 13 and had numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be on Sunday, February 28, 2010 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Jay Chapel in Madera. Funeral Services will be Monday, March 1, 2010 at 10 AM at Jay Chapel in Madera. Interment will be at Calvary Cemetery in Madera.



Jay Chapel February 23, 2010
Offering our deepest condolences at this difficult time.

Jay Chapel February 23, 2010
Offering our deepest condolences at this difficult time.

Myleene Turner February 24, 2010
Noni was very special to all that came in contact with her and her family meant everything to her. Cherish all your memories and hold them close to your heart. My thoughts and prayers to the LaMattina family.

Eddie and Sandi Moren, San Diego, CA February 24, 2010
Our deepest sympathies to you all. May God hold you and Bless you during this time.

Donald van Straaten February 24, 2010
Always the shining light, always with a smile and a big hug, I will miss Bella. She has been in my life for all of my 64 years and I will truly miss her, but I will never forget her.

J. Gary and Carol Ann Adams February 24, 2010
Our sincere condolences on the loss of a great lady. We were part of her neighborhood thirty plus years ago and she was a wonderful neighbor.

Karen Puccini Ogletree February 24, 2010
I can still remember going to Noni's house in the mid 70's and she would always insist on feeding us, even if we had just eaten. She was a wonderful hostess to anyone who entered her home. She loved her family more than anything in this world and was always happy when the grandchildren and their friends would stop and visit with her. She was always happy and smiling and always had a kind word to lift your spirits. I feel blessed to have have had her in my life, she will always be remembered with the fondest of memories. My heart goes out to all of her family, she will truly be missed.

PEGGY STAPLETON JONES February 24, 2010
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE LaMATTINA FAMILY AT THIS TIME. GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU.

Janet Mora February 24, 2010
My deepest condolences to the LaMattina family. I only met Noni once but she's one of the nicest ladies around and she knew how to keep all of you in check. She truly loved her family. Hold tight to your memories and my God Bless each of you. Janet

Debra Gehrett February 24, 2010
I will always remember you coming to visit with Elaine and Diane.

Cecilia Casarez February 25, 2010
Entire La Mattina Family: I remember staying at Noni's house with Diane,Danny,Tammy,Barbara gosh what memories growing up with you all, I am so sorry for your loss you are all so blessed to have had such a beautiful mother,grandma,aunt and friend..May God Bless you all and comfort your hearts. I remember Noni's ravioli's and the BAKING WAS AWESOME THE SMELL WOULD TRAVEL TO THE CELLAR.. I love you all...

Diana Curtis (Perlongo) February 25, 2010
It made me smile to see Bella with the Santa hat. I loved Bella, she was such a part of all of our lives at the bakery. She helped my dad out so much, and was always cheerful. I loved her little sayings. We will miss her, but I know her and dad are making donuts in heaven!!

Girls From Gladden Equipment February 25, 2010
Larry, We are thinking of you and your family. God Bless. From your friends at Gladden Equipment Erectors. We Love You....Friend.

MOJADADDI/STAFF February 27, 2010
WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU AND WERE ARE OFFERING OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY

Susan Lowrance February 27, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. It sounds as though she lived a wonderful life and will have great stories to share with those that passed before her. susan

Josie Perlongo February 28, 2010
Bella, her name says it all. She was a beautiful woman inside and out. Always a kind word, and a positive attitude. My husband was lucky to have her in his employ, as well as having her as his friend. She enjoyed life to its fullest and she will be sorely missed. Love Josie

Dolores Gardini March 1, 2010
Dear Ernie and Family, My memories go back to our grammar school years and how much fun your mom was. And of course, the years that she wore the sunglasses with the mirrors that faced the viewer. Talking to her and seeing myself. She loved to laugh. God bless.

Lynda Davis Carrick March 2, 2010
Thanks Noni, for Sunday breakfasts with my bestest friend and your family, and never a dull moment. It was great. You are so loved.

Donna Hunter, Eddings & Family March 2, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of Noni's family.

Catfish&Fran Bass March 14, 2010
Emily,Michele,Ernie and Familys our hearts and thoughts are with you. CATFISH&FRAN.

Steve and Susan Geringer March 19, 2010
Dear Sonny and Family, We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers