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Randall Matye Obituary
Randall (Randy) Paul Matye, beloved father, grandfather, son, and brother, entered into rest on August 27, 2014 at the age of 54 years. He was preceded in death by his father, Richard Martin Matye. Survivors include mother, Julia Kathryn Matye; daughter Robyn Michelle Cepeda and husband, Jeff; son Alan Christopher Matye; son Brian Adam Matye; daughter Mila Amelia Matye; granddaughter Presley Grace Cepeda; Patricia Caisse Matye; and Natalya Borysyuk Merta. He will be greatly missed by his siblings Robert James Matye and wife, Connie; Richard Lawrence Matye; Russell Thomas Matye; Julie Lynn Gilstrap and husband, Warren; and Lisa Matye Finnie, as well as his many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, September 2, 2014, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Ortiz Mortuary, 3114 Culebra, with recitation of the Holy Rosary at 7:00 PM. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated on Wednesday, September 3, 2014, at 10:00 AM at St. Brigid Catholic Church, 6907 Kitchener. Interment will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. ARRANGEMENTS WITH:
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Memories and Condolences
for Randall Matye
Darren Kreth
April 18, 2025
I went to High School with Randy. I played Varsity basketball with him. we graduated together (1978). I had no idea he passed away. I'm sorry to hear this! RIP, Randy!
David Oliver
August 25, 2019
Randy made he was a good classmate and a great teammate. I will miss him always!
Janell Duderstadt
September 4, 2014
Randy was like a brother to me growing up, as he was my brother's best frien..and my best friend's brother! What a kind and compassionate person he was. I am so sorry for the loss and the pain his family is experiencing..I remain in prayer..and I know he is smiling down on the tremendous family and friends he has here on earth, and enjoying his well deserved new home..
Charles Ingram
September 2, 2014
To Randy's family...no words can ever ease the pain of your loss. I am profoundly sorry for your loss and wish I could bestow comfort upon you with my words. I always admired Randy for his "Never Quit" attitude. I pray the LORD comfort you during this time and the time to come. I pray those empty moments filled with the realization of Randy's passing are quickly filled by the love he left in your hearts. I pray the LORD grant you His Peace, His Shalom, that surpasses ALL understanding...and I pray His promise of reuniting with Randy will be something you can hold on to. God Bless You and God Bless and keep Randy.
Craig Ferrell
September 2, 2014
I remember coming to Thunderbird Elementary back in 1969 from Alamo heights area. Randy was the FIRST one to say "Hi" and be my friend. He introduced me to others and made me feel welcome. :o)What a great guy. Brings tears as I type. My prayers go out to all his family and friends. He will be missed by all.
Susan
September 2, 2014
Russell and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I pray that you can find peace during this difficult time. Thinking of you.
Deborah Phillips
September 1, 2014
Extending the deepest sympathy to the Matye Family. I remember many afternoons sitting on the curb with the neighborhood girls, watching Tom and Randy "Shoot hoops". I've so many wonderful memories of songs and conversations we shared.
Go dtreoraí grásta Dé ar neamh thú.(May the grace of God guide you in heaven)
Victoria
September 1, 2014
I will always remember you
Robbie (Robert) Matye
September 1, 2014
I am sure that my Brother Randy can see all of these fantastic and heart felt messages. Rick Stogsdill-so many great times with your family. We still talk about the make-shift basketball court all the time! Our two families spent many wonderful moments together and I truly appreciate your thoughts, prayers, and memories!
Harry Page
September 1, 2014
This post is to correct an earlier mistake on my sympathy post. Randy played with older brother Robby Matye (not Richard) at Holmes. My apologies, and continued condolence to the family.
Rick Stogsdill
August 31, 2014
My deepest sympathy to the entire Matye bunch during this time of grief. What a cool cat Randy was to all of us! He taught me the correct amount & proper way to add elastic to baseball socks, the hipster bang comb over the eyebrows & proved it was cool to don all those & have a National Honor Society trophy. What a wonderful combination of humor, atleticism, & charm. Throughout our lives certain things link us with certain groups. Few things compared to a weekend at the Mayte's which included watching the Midnight Special, wearing my Jets uniform for 12 hours straight, & losing miserably to Randy in a game of H-O-R-S-E on the make-shift court on the side of the house. All wonderful memories- every last one of them! May the Lord comfort you this day & always. I'm so very grateful for the opportunity to express my sorrow during this time of uncertainty. Thoughts of Randy bring a smile among the tears... God bless.
Rick Stogsdill
August 31, 2014
My deepest sympathy to the entire Matye bunch during this time of grief. What a cool cat Randy was to all of us! He taught me the correct amount & proper way to add elastic to baseball socks, the hipster bang comb over the eyebrows & proved it was cool to don all those & have a National Honor Society trophy. What a wonderful combination of humor, atleticism, & charm. Throughout our lives certain things link us with certain groups. Few things compared to a weekend at the Mayte's which included watching the Midnight Special, wearing my Jets uniform for 12 hours straight, & losing miserably to Randy in a game of H-O-R-S-E on the make-shift court on the side of the house. All wonderful memories- every last one of them! May the Lord comfort you this day & always. I'm so very grateful for the opportunity to express my sorrow during this time of uncertainty. Thoughts of Randy bring a smile among the tears... God bless.
August 31, 2014
Randy msy you RIP Randy! My thoughts and prayers are with your fsmily during this great loss!!
Jeannette Beaver Ruff
August 31, 2014
I pray to our almighty father to give the Matye family strength to get though this very difficult time. RIP Randy Matye you will be missed. God Bless his whole family!!!
Comfort for the family
Harry Page
August 31, 2014
Prayers to Randy Matye's family. This is shocking news to me. He was a pretty good basketball and baseball player for the Holmes Huskies, with his older brother, Richard, during his high school days. His late dad, Dick Matye, and I were pretty good acquinstances when I was at St. Mary's University. In fact, Randy was an All-City outfielder in baseball his senior year at Holmes.
David Oliver
August 31, 2014
I was fortunate enough to know Randy in high school and always thougt kindly of him. God rest his soul!
Bob Carey
August 31, 2014
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Matye siblings and to your Mom this week. Been thinking a lot about your Dad lately too. God bless.
alexis gonzales
August 31, 2014
I remember growing up across the street from the Matye's. Prayers are with y'all during this time.
Mark Kuttner
August 31, 2014
I will always remember you from our High School years. My prayers go to you and your family
JoAnn Roberts
August 31, 2014
I'm so sorry for ur loss. U're in our prayers.
Sharon Blackwell
August 31, 2014
So sorry for your loss. Remember all the wonderful times you shared with Randy and May GOD Bless him and give the family strength during this difficult time.
Cyndi Jezewski
August 31, 2014
God bless you all at this difficult time.
Tom Duderstadt
August 31, 2014
My once and always brother. Had a heart the size of Texas. Blessed to have called him my best friend. Thanks for creating all the great memories, Randy. RIP.
Kristin (Hicks) Ledesma
August 31, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Randy was a wonderful man with a huge heart. May the wonderful memories you have of him bring comfort to you all.
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