Samuel Matani
MARQUETTE MI-Samuel Dominic Matani, 78, of Marquette, passed away Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at his home, with his devoted wife and step daughter by his side.
He was born February 6, 1947, in Baltimore, Maryland, the son of Dominic and Filomena (Fieni) Matani.
Sam earned a Bachelor’s degree from Loyola College Maryland. He began his career with the federal government in Washington DC working as a tax auditor and then a Medicare auditor. He next worked for Upjohn Healthcare in Kalamazoo, MI as a Senior Accountant/Medicare Specialist in the Accounting Department where he met his wife. Years later he relocated to Marquette where he served as CFO for Lake Superior Home Health & Hospice.
Sam loved playing chess, the UP and was a voracious reader.
He was a gentle man with a great sense of humor. He will be greatly missed.
He is survived by his wife, Dianne (McGregor) Matani of Marquette; and step-daughter, Emily McGregor of Marquette.
Honoring Sam’s wishes, no services will be held.
Canale-Tonella Funeral Home and Cremation Services is assisting the family where memories may be shared at canalefuneral.com