Matthew Salvatore Arena, passed away on September 8, 2023 at the age of 83. He was born on March 17, 1940 in Brooklyn, NY.

Matthew was a soft-spoken kind man who loved his wife, children, and family. He had a gentle soul that was admired by everyone he met.

He enjoyed a career as a printer and graduated from the New York School of Printing and Rochester Institute of Technology. Matthew continued to work as Vice President for Lenz & Riecker Printers for 38 years.

Matthew raised his family on Staten Island, NY before moving to Boynton Beach, FL, and then settling for retirement in Vero Beach, FL.

He was an avid sports fan and despite being from Brooklyn, he was not a Dodgers fan, but a lifelong Yankees fan. Matthew enjoyed going to NY Jet games with his family and friends.

His happiest moments were spent with his family, friends, eating Italian food, and watching his beloved children and grandchildren grow up!

Matthew is survived by his wife; Annette, daughter; Margaret (Stephen) Arena-Bubel, and son; John (Tracey) Arena. He was a proud grandfather to Luke Arena, Logan Arena, Angelina Bubel, and Madalyn Bubel. Matthew is survived by his sister;  Constance (Rudolph) Wobito and was predeceased by his brother; Vincent (Marianne) Arena and parents; John and Brigida Arena.

A Funeral Mass will be held at St. John of the Cross Catholic Church (7550 26th St, Vero Beach, FL 32966) on Saturday, September 23, 2023 at 11am followed by inurnment at Crestlawn Cemetery (1216 14th St, Vero Beach, FL 32960)