Ernesto Mattace Jr.

July 13, 1947 – October 25, 2026

Ernesto Mattace Jr., 79, of Canton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on October 25, 2026. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, friend, and mentor, he dedicated his life to faith, family, and service to others.

Born on July 13, 1947, in Brooklyn, New York, Ernesto was the son of Ernesto and Josephine Mattace. He attended Deer Park High School, Suffolk Community College, and C.W. Post.

During his 37-year career in the supermarket industry, including his work as a union representative for Local 338, Ernesto advocated for others with dedication and perseverance.

His commitment to service extended throughout his community. He gave countless hours to St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, the Loyal Order of Moose, the Knights of Columbus, the Mason club in New York, and Farmingdale College. He also served for many years as a trustee of Suffolk Community College and was active in the West Islip Bicentennial Committee and the West Islip High School Boosters.

In recognition of his service, Ernesto earned the distinguished Pilgrim Degree with the Moose and became a Fourth Degree Knight in the Knights of Columbus.

Ernesto will be remembered for his kindness, generosity, and unwavering commitment to others. His legacy of selflessness, service, and love lives on in the family, friends, and community whose lives he touched.

Ernesto is survived by his daughter, Jennifer, and Christopher Delaney; his son, Ernie, and Rebecca Mattace; and his four grandsons, Christopher Delaney (24), Colin Delaney (22), Ethan Mattace (20), and Zachary Mattace (18). He was especially proud of his grandsons.

A Mass in Ernesto’s memory will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at Our Lady of La Salette Catholic Church, 2941 Sam Nelson Rd, Canton, GA 30114.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Ernesto’s name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

The caring staff of Darby Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Mr. Ernesto Mattace, Jr.