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Matthew Thomas Obituary

Matthew Michael Thomas, 31 Of Springfield Matt Thomas, passed away at his home on December 11, 2011. Matt also lived in Glenolden and in Drexel Hill prior to Springfield. Matt was a 1998 graduate of Msgr. Bonner High School and attended college at West Chester University. Matt was a graduate of the Joint Apprenticeship Carpenters Union program and was a skilled carpenter for the SJ Thomas Company. Matt was a soft spoken, funny, and an extraordinarily kind and gentle person who touched the heart of all he met in his life and he will be deeply missed. Survivors: His loving parents Gary and Debra Thomas (nee Murrin); brothers Gary and Joseph Thomas; sister Christine Gilbert; sisters-in-law Shannon and Lauren; brother-in-law Michael. Matt was the fun loving uncle of his adorable nieces and nephew Collin and Lauren Gilbert, Gary and Maya Thomas. Matt is also survived by his grandmother Regina Thomas along with many uncles, aunts, and cousins. Visitation Thursday night 5 PM at O'Leary Funeral Home on Springfield Rd in Springfield and on Friday morning 9:30 AM at St Andrew Church on School Lane in Drexel Hill. Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Salvation Army, Chester PA.

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Published by The Daily Times from Dec. 13 to Dec. 14, 2011.

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Christine

December 7, 2021

I cannot believe 10 years have passed. Our family has never berthed same without you. Miss you every day

LINDA CRAWFORD

December 7, 2019

Thinking of all of you Debbie and Gary. Sending Hugs and Love.

Christine Gilbert

December 7, 2019

I miss you everyday. I miss you more as time passes and life goes on. Youll never know the true impact your life had on our family. Love you buddy ❤

Anne Jenemann

December 7, 2012

As Matt's anniversary draws near his family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers.

Christine Gilbert

June 12, 2012

Hard to believe that you have been gone for 6 months. It is getting harder instead of easier. You held such a special place in our hearts that no one can fill. Collin misses and talks about you often. He wants to send you an invite to his his 6th bday party on a balloon. I love you forever. My heart hurts all the time.
Love
Your favorite sister

Tom Murrin

February 14, 2012

Miss ya bud...cant stop thinkin bout ya...just wanna bs on the phone or send ya those stupid text i always would to u n joe...miss ya man love ya

Mary Jane Gallagher

January 9, 2012

To Gary and the entire Thomas family, I am so sorry for your loss. It has been a
long time since I have seen
Matt but just as I remember all
of you, I think of his warmth
and smile. I will pray for peace
and comfort for all of you.

Linda Crawford

December 28, 2011

Deb, Gary & Family,
I am thinking about all of you at this time, hoping that your beautiful and happy memories of Matt are getting you through this. Just remember he had alot of family waiting for him with opened arms and is being well taken care of. Love you Linda (Murrin) Crawford

December 27, 2011

There will never be a day in our lives that we will not think of you, speak of you and miss you. Thank you for the joy and love you gave us, and we will see you soon.
Love,
Mom & Dad

Christine Gilbert

December 24, 2011

It's Christmas eve and it's a sad night for all of us. We miss you terribly Matty. Lauren asked if u r happy in heaven and getting presents from Santa . She misses you too. Love you tons.

Christine Gilbert

December 18, 2011

I can't believe it has been one week. It feels like a lifetime already. Miss u Matty.

Bob Waring

December 16, 2011

My deepest sympathies to the entire family for your loss. Our wishes and prayers are with you all.

December 16, 2011

Mr. Gary I met you once and I thank God for the servant you were to our Lord. I Vickie Sawyer a friend of Regina Knox who introduce me to you, would like you to know that my prayers are with you and your family . Our Lord will bring you and your family through this , he's all we have in times of sorrow and trouble.

Christine Lattari

December 15, 2011

Matt was like a brother to my brother Nick. I will remember Matt smiling, surrounded by his boys. Thinking of the Thomas family and hoping that in time they will find comfort.

Deacon Nick Amicone

December 15, 2011

To the Thomas Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you today. I met Matt and had a chance to talk to him at Joe and Lauren's wedding. Our hearts are sadden with this news, and he'll remain in our prayers.

Regina Knox

December 15, 2011

Dear Bro. Gary and Family, My heart goes out to you all at this so unexpected time of sadness. I work with Gary on several projects and I know his faith will sustain him at this time. You are in my prayers & God Bless and keep you all. Regina Knox

Kathy (Fleming) McDonald

December 15, 2011

To the Thomas family, I am so sorry to hear the news about Matt. He was a great friend to many, a kind soul and the best Frosh date a girl could ask for! You all are in my thoughts and prayers and hopefully you can take peace in knowing Matt is in a better place. God Bless! -Kathy

Susan Havey

December 15, 2011

Dear Debbie and Gary, You are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you and your family and may their love and the love and support of your friends comfort and carry you through. George & Sue Havey

Rob Hawke

December 15, 2011

Gary, Debbie, Gary Jr, Joe and family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy and prayers.
Matt was always one of my favorite people to run into,
We'd always laugh and enjoy that moment. I will truly miss him. So sorry for our loss.

December 14, 2011

Gary and Debbie, we are so very sorry to hear about Matt, Laura called from Colorado to tell me. We will keep you in our prayers. God Bless you and your family, Phil and Lucy DiNardo.

Kathy & Mike Twigg

December 14, 2011

Debbie & Gary and family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy and prayers for your entire family. we are so very sorry for your loss.

Anne Jenemann

December 14, 2011

To the Thomas Family,
Our family shares this great sorrow and grieves with you. No words can adequately express what Matt's death means to all who knew him. I hope and pray you can be comforted knowing how dearly loved Matt was by his friends and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. Anne Jenemann and Family

Brett Thomas

December 14, 2011

I am terribly sorry to hear of this. My thoughts have frequently dwelled apon your loss in the recent days. Fair to say that this is my loss as well.

Joseph Daniels

December 14, 2011

Dear Thomas family,
I'm sorry for your loss and I know how real the pain is. Nothing will ever fill the void in your hearts but knowing that Matt is in a better place eases the burden.Cherish the good times and keep his memory close. May the Lord hold him in the palm of His hand.

December 14, 2011

Debbie, Gary and family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. God Bless all of you.

Love,
Bill & Ruth Murrin & family

Temple family

December 14, 2011

Keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers . Sincerely your Temple Family

Lisa D'Amico

December 14, 2011

To the entire Thomas family,
I am so sorry for you and so saddened by the loss of Matt. He brought a smile to my face everytime I bumped into him. He was kind and personable, open and sincere. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Michelle Zimmerman

December 14, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss, and my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of need. Take care and God bless.

Jackie Phillips

December 14, 2011

Gary and family, so sorry to hear about your brother. We will keep you all in our prayers. The Phillips Family

Lynda Kuder-Potter

December 14, 2011

Debbie, Gary and Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. I will keep you in my prayers

December 14, 2011

Debbie & Gary and family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy and prayers for your entire family. we are so very sorry for your loss.

Eleanor & George Bailey

Bill Arters

December 14, 2011

Gary,I'm very sorry for your loss.My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Brandon Hoffmann

December 14, 2011

My deepest sympathies, I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.

Linda (Murrin) Crawford

December 14, 2011

Debbie and Gary, I am so sorry to hear about Matt, Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. We are here if u need us.
Love,Linda(Murrin) & Jim Crawford

Jenna & Michael Wahl

December 14, 2011

We are so deeply sorry for you loss. We will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.

Aimee McConnell-Burns

December 14, 2011

I am truly sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers go out to your families during this difficult time, he was truly a good man. He will me missed and remembered! Rest in peace Matt!

Sharon Peters

December 13, 2011

I am praying every day for the strength you will all need to endure this-we will be with you every step of the way-we love you all so much...

Peg Stammen

December 13, 2011

We extend our deepest sympathy to the entire family. I have not seen Matt in several years but caught a glimpse of him in Drexel Hill about two weeks ago with some of his friends. I took notice that he was just so happy and enjoying life. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Tim and Peg Stammen

Helene Oteri

December 13, 2011

Dear Gary and Shannon,
So sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
The Oteri Family

lisa mckeown

December 13, 2011

I am just so very sorry. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Dusty & Lisa McKeown

December 13, 2011

Gary and Shannon, Im sorry to hear about your loss. Matt was a good man. My prayers go out to you and your family. God Bless. Sincerely, Hugh Farrell

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