Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Francis J. Collins Funeral Home, Inc. - Silver Spring

500 University Blvd. West

Silver Spring, Maryland

ALEXANDER MATOSIAN Obituary


ALEXANDER JOSEPH MATOSIAN  (Age 92)  
On Monday, November 17, 2014, of Wheaton, MD. Beloved husband of the late Mary Catherine Matosian; father of Joseph M., George F., and John A. Matosian; grandfather of Mary Elise Ulin and Jennifer Lynn Riddle; brother of Rose Werner. Also survived by many family members and friends. Memorial Mass at St. Catherine Laboure, Veirs Mill & Claridge Roads, Wheaton, MD, on Thursday, November 20, 2014 at 10 a.m. Interment private. Memorial contributions may be made to Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery County, 9110 Gaither Rd., Gaithersburg, MD 20877, or to Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic, 5272 River Rd., Suite 700, Bethesda, MD 20816.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com  

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Washington Post on Nov. 19, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for ALEXANDER MATOSIAN

Not sure what to say?





Raymond & Kathleen Haber

November 21, 2014

John & Family - We offer our condolences on the loss of your father. John, we remember you from St. Catherine's when you sold newspapers after Mass on Sundays. We moved away from Wheaton in 1986. We will keep your family in our prayers.

November 20, 2014

Your Dad was a good man; the McAleers remember him well. God rest his soul.
Rose Mary McAleer

Mary Dann

November 19, 2014

John, Kevin and I send our deep condolences to you and your family. I hope you will find comfort knowing he was so loved. I know you are all going to miss him.

November 19, 2014

My condolences to the family. May your prayers bring comfort and bring the peace of God that will comfort you during your grieving process. (Philippians 4:6,7)

November 19, 2014

We are truly sorry for the loss of your beloved father. Our deepest sympathies to your family. Love, Chris, Helen, Vito, and Sofia Vallone

ronny harner

November 19, 2014

sorry and condolences that he died may he rest in peace

November 19, 2014

Offering my sincere condolence for your lost. May God grant you and your family much peace and comfort in your time of need.

Charlie Bubel

November 19, 2014

Joe, George and John,
I want you to know that your Dad will always be remembered by me as a great man who had a great influence on my life.

Joe Norris

November 19, 2014

I grew up with Alex and his sister Rose in Woodridge many years ago. I grieve with his family and humbly ask God to keep Alex forever in His loving care.

Showing 1 - 9 of 9 results

Make a Donation
in ALEXANDER MATOSIAN's name

Memorial Events
for ALEXANDER MATOSIAN

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Francis J. Collins Funeral Home, Inc. - Silver Spring

500 University Blvd. West, Silver Spring, MD 20901

How to support ALEXANDER's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor ALEXANDER MATOSIAN's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more