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Elmer Matthews Obituary
AGE: 87 • Palm Beach, FL and Sea Girt, NJ
Elmer M. Matthews, 87, of Palm Beach, FL and Sea Girt, NJ, died peacefully at home Thursday, February 5, 2015, after a brief illness.
(**** The full obituary in Monday's paper listed the incorrect time for the Mass; the correct time is 12 noon. ****)
Friends may visit at O'Brien Funeral Home, 2028 Hwy. 35, Wall, on Wednesday from 2-4 & 6-8pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Mark's Church, 215 Crescent Parkway, Sea Girt, on Thursday at 12 noon. A private family burial will take place at Holy Cross Cemetery, Basking Ridge.
For more information or to send condolences to the family, please visit www.OBrienFuneralHome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Elmer Matthews
6 Entries
liliana lafond
January 19, 2016
so sorry
Lynn Lenihan
February 13, 2015
Mylate husband Ed and I knew Elmer from Catholic circles for many years and admired and respected him. He was a caring and wonderful gentleman,
Keith Meyer, M.D.
February 11, 2015
To the Matthews Family: My deepest condolences on the passing of Elmer. He was a bright and accomplished man. May you all take comfort from the many fine memories he leaves behind.
February 9, 2015
Sincere condolences to the Matthews family.
May God bless you and your family in this
time of sorrow.
G. Freeman
February 9, 2015
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Catherine Burke
February 8, 2015
My deepest sympathy to the Matthews family. May your faith, family and love of friends comfort you at this time. Best ice-cream ever made by Mr. Matthews as a child was a wonderful memory of our family celebrations together! Lov u. Cathy Burke
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Visitation
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
O'Brien Funeral Home - Wall2028 Highway 35 at New Bedford Road, Wall, NJ 07719
Feb
11
Visitation
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
O'Brien Funeral Home - Wall2028 Highway 35 at New Bedford Road, Wall, NJ 07719
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