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CHARLES DAVID MATTER

1947 - 2019

BORN

1947

DIED

2019

CHARLES MATTER Obituary

MATTER, Charles David Born April 25, 1947, in San Diego, California, passed away on March 28 at Harlem Hospital Center. Charles was a graduate of Rhode Island School of Design and a professional photographer who lived and worked on Martha's Vineyard and in Boston before moving to Manhattan 12 years ago. He loved walking the city with his dog Tigger. He is survived by three sisters: E. Ann Matter of Philadelphia, Brenda and Laura Matter in Seattle, and his beloved aunt Ruby Jean Gesin in Seattle. Burial will be private.

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Published by Boston Globe from Mar. 31 to Apr. 1, 2019.

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Lauren Murphy

April 2, 2024

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Thank you sharing your talent with so many and your patience and professionalism with my portfolio which I would love to have again.
With Love
Lauren Murphy

Lauren Murphy

April 2, 2024

My condolences for Charles Matter's passing. Charles was so patient with me and professional during my initial portfolio he did of me some time ago in 2001 when I was quite shy and since has gone missing. He will be in my prayers and considered such a one of a kind Artist.
With Love,
Lauren Murphy

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Laura Matter

October 9, 2019

There will be two memorial services for Charles this month. The first will be Friday, October 25th in Philadelphia where one of his sisters, Ann Matter, lives. The second on Saturday, October 26th in New York where Charles lived.

Friday, October 25th - 3:00 p.m.
Saint Luke and the Epiphany Church
330 S 13th St.
Philadelphia, PA

Saturday, October 26th - 1:30 p.m
Morningside Park
enter off Morningside Avenue and W. 114th St.
Meet near the pond
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1b5Vb1mku1FJE0FI6l2GJnqq29EZuY-Zx&usp=sharing

Please join us if you can - we welcome you to share your stories with us.

Laura, Ann and Brenda

Sean Henry

September 25, 2019

Hello everyone, my condolences.

I tried to book Charles today, only to find he had passed. As a Broker at Corcoran where I first met Charles, I had my most successful year in 2017. Charles was the guy taking the shot. When I moved to Compass he was the one who took the shots for my first few listings there. We would always talk about the art of photography, and I would eventually get a camera, and lens just like him, in hopes to be half as good as him.

This was really sad news for me to hear today, and I'm still choked up a bit, as he was more than just a photographer that I used. We shared laughs, cursed a few people's name in jest, and i considered him a friend. Sleep in peace Charles.

Matt

July 3, 2019

RIP Charles

Glenn Gregg

June 2, 2019

I just found out about his passing. Charles was a great guy and I miss him already. We weren't very close but I saw him every week for a few minutes and we would chat about photography etc. Does anyone know what happened with his dog? I would adopt him if possible. [email protected]

Shalom Avramov

May 20, 2019

So sad to hear of Charles' passing. Charles was our go-to photographer and we really enjoyed every interaction we had with him. He was a fantastic guy and he will be greatly missed.
- Shalom & Gabby

Kyle

May 9, 2019

So sad to hear about the passing of Charles. He was a talented photographer and great guy! We worked closely with him for over eight years. Thank you for being part of our lives. Love from Pini, Kyle and the entire Novo Family. You will be remembered !!!

We will miss you Charles!!!

Diane Lois The Blumstein Team Corcoran

April 10, 2019

Charles always went above and beyond to get the shot!

Diane Lois

April 10, 2019

We will miss your spirit, your talent and your kindness Charles. Thank you for always getting the best shot and making us and our listings shine! Meris, Kenny, Sydney, Cole, Diane, Justine, Harriet, Jamie, Charlie, Katie and Adam...
The Blumstein Team at Corcoran

April 8, 2019

May his memories live on in the hearts and prayers of love ones bringing comfort as he R.I.P.

a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away

Laura Matter

April 2, 2019

Thinking of you Charles. Laura

A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away.

Laura Matter

April 2, 2019

Charles - I found a story I wrote in 1965 that memorialized the time I twisted my ankle coming off the rope tow at Mt. Baker and you helped me up out of the snow. Thinking of you. Laura

April 1, 2019

So sorry for your loss. May the comfort God gives sustain you at this difficult time. 2 Thessalonians 3:16

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