Allen J. Mattedi, 56, of Divide, Colorado, passed away on December 27, 2021 after a hard-fought battle against COVID-19.
Allen was born on February 14, 1965 to Bruno & Carolyn Mattedi in Elmhurst, IL. After graduating from Andover High School in Andover, MA, he went on to study at the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, NY, graduating with a degree in Computer Science in 1988.
After college, Allen went on to work as the Chief Programmer at Encotech in Schenectady, NY, where he met the love of his life, Linda. Allen and Linda were married in 2003 at a private ceremony in Richfield, UT.
Allen was a proud member of the Colorado National Guard and was a CW4. He served in the 5th Battalion, 19th Special Forces Group (Airborne). Allen deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom in both the Philippines and Afghanistan. He served as the Company Operations Warrant Officer for Bravo Company, 5th Battalion 19th Special Forces Group (Airborne). Allen was recently assigned to HHD/5/19 SFG(A) as an Operations Officer. Allen had the utmost respect and admiration for and of his peers in the National Guard.
Allen was genuine, kind, and loyal, and was a mentor to many throughout his life. Allen had many thrilling pastimes, including white water rafting, rock climbing, hiking, long drives on his Harley through the mountains, and the many adventures he enjoyed with his fellow Guard members. Allen was a skilled woodworker and loved carving intricate figurines out of wood. He was devoted to the many dogs he owned throughout his life, and they loved him in return. He found great joy in being a grandpa – especially the adventures he had with his grandkids on their visit to Colorado this summer. However, there was nothing he loved more than his wife of 20 years, Linda, and the life they shared together.
Allen is survived by his loving wife, Linda (Falso) Mattedi, and his loyal canine sidekick, Jojen; his children Carly (Andrew) Feldman, Andrea (Christian) Reynolds, and Sean (Lauren) Reynolds; his parents Bruno Mattedi and Carolyn (Zgutowicz) Mattedi; his siblings Lynne (Tom) Regan, Anita (Mark) Kurisko, Rob (April) Mattedi, and Sharon (Todd) Friedlander; his grandchildren James and Jacob Feldman; as well as many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
Calling hours will be held from 9:00 am to 10:00 am on Thursday, January 6th 2021 at the Shrine of Remembrance in Colorado Springs, CO with a memorial service to immediately follow. An interment of ashes will be held at 3:00 pm the same day at Fort Logan National Cemetery in Denver, CO.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Green Beret Foundation at www.greenberetfoundation.org.
Anonymous
31 Dec 2021Bruno and Carolyn,
My heart is filled with sadness at the news of Allen’s passing.
I am sending prayers and loving wishes for you at this difficult time.
Tara Holly Martin
(Reni’s sister)
Cecily Seymour
31 Dec 2021So very sorry to see this sad news. My sincere condolences go out to the family.
Sheri Basey
31 Dec 2021I loved . getting to know Allen when I would go on my morning walks with Linda we talked of our lives with our families. Linda spoke with so much love when talking about Allen I felt like I knew him well. I watched as they built their dream house,. Even before they started building, we would visit their land and they would talk of their plans. I admire them both for how they handled their many hurdles life gave them. Allen never complained and always looking forward to his dreams with Linda. I love you both and I know you will always have Allen watching over you.
Rena Casterline
31 Dec 2021So sorry for your loss ! Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Love to all of you. Aunt Rena.
Ric & Cindy Reason
31 Dec 2021Allen was a good man and friend, with quick wit and sense of humor. He was brave in the face of many obstacles , I never saw him surrender to any challenge. His smile will be missed. His absence will leave an empty spot in our lives.
Rebecca
31 Dec 2021What a vital, good looking guy. I see both of you in his face. You have all my love and support plus my sadness that such a good life was cut short.
Tom Fears
31 Dec 2021My stalwart warrior cousin and friend, I miss you, but hope you will continue to help me fight my battles here. Keep watch, and be at peace. Love always!
Modenia Kramer
31 Dec 2021Dear Family,
As a mother of four sons, I understand your pain. I can not imagine the sorrow you are experiencing. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. May the Lord bless you in this continued journey of life.
Peace be with you now and always,
Modenia Joy Kramer
Kim Sullivan
31 Dec 2021It is with great sympathy and tremendous love I share my condolences for your immense loss. Your family will be in my prayers and in my heart.
Corrine and Ken St.Jean
31 Dec 2021With sincere sadness and sympathy to all of Allen’s family and his military teams for the empty place he left in their world. It’s gratifying that he seems to have filled to the brim his (too short) life. I remember him from years ago as a kind, intelligent, interesting young man. May Allen Rest In Peace and may you all find peace in your good memories of him.
Holly and Jeffrey Stene
1 Jan 2022When I think of Allen, I think of a creative mind who always had something worthwhile to share. He will be missed here on Earth. But he is now sharing his talents and sense of humor with the angels in Heaven—and looking down on his family and friends forever.
Stephanie Krause
3 Jan 2022Oh Linda….I’m so shocked and saddened to hear this news. I pray you somehow get through this time with the love and support of your friends and family. My deepest condoleces to you all <3 I am here if you or your family needs anything~
John and Shelly Woodbury
4 Jan 2022Our Deepest Sympathy in Allen’s untimely passing . I have many fun memories with the family when they would visit their Grandparents in Denver. May the many happy memories you hold in your heart help to ease your sorrow
John and Shelly (Ramponi ) Woodbury
Dave Jenkins
4 Jan 2022I am very sorry to learn of Allen’s passing. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Jerry and Emilia Paul
5 Jan 2022Our deepest condolences.
Farewell to a brother-in-arms.
Jerry and Emilia Paul
Glen & Caroline McMurry
6 Jan 2022Glen and I are so sorry for the loss of your husband, son, brother, father, dog dad and friend. We will be thinking of your family tomorrow and keep you in our prayers.
Katie Ahern & Bobbie Kocher-Ahern
6 Jan 2022Carolyn, Bruno, Linda & the entire Mattedi clan, our hearts are broken at the loss of Allen. For all these years, we have loved him too. Ever since you all moved next door to us in Andover and adopted our tiny family, graciously into yours.
We will miss him every day, until we are all reunited with the Lord. Mom and I send you all your love and the fun memories we all shared.
Loving prayers,
Katie Ahern & Bobbie Kocher-Ahern
Charles Ming
6 Jan 2022My heart crumbles and the knot grows in my soul knowing a co-worker and friend is gone. I respected Allen to the upmost and all the mentoring he gave. He was my sounding board, facts checker, but most of all my friend. I will miss you dearly. Thank you for your service. And pray you rest in peace.
Jill & Paul Feldman
7 Jan 2022Linda, Carly, Andrea, Sean and Allen’s family, Paul and I are deeply saddened and our hearts break for you over such a deep loss. You built a beautiful life together and brought each other such happiness. May those special memories bring you some comfort during this very sad time.