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Matthew Totter Obituary
2nd 2008 at the age of 86. Also known as Matt the TV man. He ran a television repair business (Commercial TV Service) in the valley for 20 years. He also owned & operated a small apartment
complex next to his home. Prior to moving to Phoenix in 1963 he worked as a geologist in oil exploration in Venezuela and Canada. He was the pilot of a B-17 in WWII. He was stationed at Great
Ashfield in England, 8th Airforce, 385th bomb group, 549th squadron and took part in raids before and after D-day. He has been given credit for saving the lives of his crew on a mission over Berlin, Germany, June 21st 1944. Before the war he worked at Consolidated Aircraft Company located in California. Born in Saragosa, Texas, he was raised on the family farm built by his Father, with 7 brothers & sisters. He had degrees in geology and electronics. Matt had a strong love for animals, his gardening and was always helping strangers, friends and those who had no place else to go. Matt is survived by his children Tim, Lisa and Robert. In lieu of flowers, please send donation to "Donation for Matthew Totter" to any Wells Fargo bank. For more information please e-mail to [email protected] Memorial to be held at Grace Chapel 8524 E. Thomas Rd. Scottsdale, Az. Monday May 26th at 10:30 am.
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Scott Gillaspy
May 29, 2008
To The Totter Family,
What a testimony uncle Matt was in how he served his country, how he loved his wife and how he was adored by his children....We should look long and hard at this man....Part of the Greatest Generation,, and even attempt to live so rich a life...that in the end, those like Matt that had gone before us are honored, and those that come after us....inherit a legacy. Our deepest sympathies and prayers are with you... The Gillaspy Family.
Chris Vaglio
May 29, 2008
My love and condolences to the family who lost a very great man. Mr. Totter was kind, generous and always made me smile. You will always be in my prayers and thoughts, Mr. T. You will be missed more than you can ever know.
Jason Cook
May 29, 2008
Mr Totter, you have always been the definition of what a man should be. You were wise beyond your years and kinder than anyone I have ever met. Your strengths shine through in your family who loves you very much. I swear I will do what I can to take good care of your daughter. I know you will be watching over us all from up in heaven. Please tell my grandparents I said hi and I miss them. I will see you all soon when my work here is done. Until then, rest easy in the knowledge that we all love you very much.
Lisa Totter
May 29, 2008
Thanks To All, for such kind words. My Father was a wonderful man & I know he would appreciate all that has been said.
Corinne Roberson
May 24, 2008
So sorry to hear of your loss but take comfort in knowing that we can see our loved ones again in the resurrection.
Mike Casey
May 24, 2008
Mr. Totter,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served with the U.S. Army Air Forces in Europe during WW II flying the B-17 Flying Fortress and for being a member of the Greatest Generation. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
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