picture from People magazine
The following is a hodge podge of information I have read about this energetic, enthusiastic little guy in his obituary and the Huffington Post, People, and Connecticut Post
James Mattioli, fondly called "J", couldn't wait to do everything. He had an infectious enthusiasm. First to wake up. Had a "1,000 watt smile", sang at the top of his lungs, and wanted to be on stage, "How old do you have to be to be on stage?". Born 4 weeks early because he was "hungry" was the joke of the family. Couldn't wait to eat... loved hamburgers, Dad's omelets with bacon, and Mom's French toast..."How old do you have to be to buy a foot long?" Spiked hair with gel, and always wore shorts and a Tee shirt. Loved doing things with Dad and cuddling with Mom. Energetic - biking, baseball, basketball, hockey, swimming, diving. Excelled in math... He was a 'numbers' guy, coming up with insights beyond his years to explain the relationship between numbers and unique ways of figuring out the answer when adding or subtracting. He loved the concept of 'googleplex' which he learned from his good friend. Especially thoughtful and considerate - the first to welcome guests with a hug. Loved and admired his older sister Anna - wanted to do everything she could do - best friends - she challenged him to read more.
Birthday March 22, 2006
On November 1st, I will grill a hamburger in James' memory.
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