Dr. Joseph E. Matar

I have fond memories of Professor Matar.

Every time I open his textbook (still my top desk reference), I remember his kindness, patience and enthusiasm teaching my reliability class in spring 1982. He always had a smile and word of encouragement for all. His teaching was a benefit to many.

My sincere condolences to the family of a great teacher and person.

Bruce Weiss
BSME 1982, M.U.

Visiting Joseph with his grandson, Joe, was always an illuminating experience. When visiting him at St. Johns, his eyes lit up upon seeing Joe, and he was as sincere as ever as he and I visited. The few Matar family gatherings I had been fortunate enough to attend growing up always included Joseph, and his thoughtfulness always shined through as he chatted with a number of Joe's friends, expounding on the merit of middle-eastern cuisine, sharing some of his personal experiences and simply...

While Joe was a man of few words it was clear his heart was larger than life. The paint he drew on life was his love for his wife and children and engineering. I grew up with his kids and consider him like a second father to me. We celebrated too many christmases together to count and his steady and warm presence was always felt throughout. He will be missed dearly. I send my love and condolences to all the Matar clan and am embracing them now. Love, Denise, Dave, Maya and Zizi

Leslie Woods-Speed and her entire family are so saddened to hear of Joe's passing.
He and Jean were such an intregal part of my childhood on Crestwood Dr. they are both missed.
I remember Joe's awesome stuffed grape leaves, just one of his many talents.
He was so kind to me - even during my teen years!
I vividly remember the last time I saw Joe and Jean. We meet at a restaurant in Mequon and reminised for about three hours.
He touched my life and I will always...