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Matthew Summers Obituary

Matthew James Summers, 43 Of West Chester, Matthew James Summers, age 43, died peacefully in his sleep, on Saturday, March 3, 2012. He was the owner of The Home Appraisal Group, Inc. located in West Chester. He graduated from Salesianum School in 1986. Matt was a loving husband, father, son, brother and friend. Matt was an avid golfer whose game luckily matched his confident pre-game talk, a true definition of a music lover and a frustrated, yet passionate, fan of Philadelphia sports teams. With his quick wit, Matt was easily counted on for an effortless smile and genuine laughter. Matt was always the life of any party and he will continue to be. His free spirit and his go forth attitude will be embodied in those who were in his life, and in those who will continue to hear his stories. Survivors: His wife Julie Summers; his children Mia, Melanie and Buddy; parents Joe and Bunny Summers of Kennett Square; brother Joe Summers Jr. of Kennett Square; sister Alicia Summers Jenkins of Hughesville, MD; further survived by other relatives and many friends. Memorial Service for Matt will be held at 1 PM Thursday, March 8th at Donohue Funeral Home, 1627 West Chester Pike, West Chester, PA 19382, 610-431-9000 Calling 10 AM to 1 PM in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, a scholarship fund has been established for Matt's children, to which contributions would be greatly appreciated. Donations can be sent to the Matthew James Summers Scholarship Fund, c/o Alicia Jenkins, 103 Centennial Street, Suite K, La Plata, MD 20646. Online at www.donohuefuneralhome.com

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Published by The Daily Times from Mar. 5 to Mar. 6, 2012.

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Patti and Bobby Belutty

February 28, 2020

Miss Matt so much. He was such a wonderful man and dearly loved by all.

Brooke & Joe Teefey

March 9, 2012

We are so sorry for your loss. Parent's are not supposed to bury their children. He & Julie did a great job raising three beautiful children. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

March 8, 2012

Bunny and Joe, I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Pat Strano

Vickie and Joe Turk

March 8, 2012

Dear Summers Family,

I hope that you can take some comfort in knowing how Matt touched so many lives. Through the worst of times come some of the best moments to cherish. I hope the outpouring of love gives you some peace.

Dan Gross

March 7, 2012

Joe, Bunny, Joey, Alicia,Julie, and kids - I am so very sorry to hear this sad news. Please know that I am praying for all of you and will keep you in my thoughts. With Love and My condolences on this heartbreaking loss....

sue ferris

March 7, 2012

dear bunny,joe and family: our condolences to all who loved matt. we know and understand family sorrow. lean on each other,love each other and you will find the strength for each day!
fondly, sue and bill ferris and family

Linda McClellan

March 7, 2012

Joe, Bunny, Joey and Alicia, I just can't imagine the pain and sadness your family is going through. We've known Matt since he was a little boy. Going back to our Dewey days and the vacations our families shared. May you find comfort in God's mercies. Love, Artie, Linda, Kelly and Kevin McClellan.

Chuck Hoffmann

March 6, 2012

A real gentleman to work with, very polite and professional. It was always a pleasure to be in his company, whether business or social. A sad day for all....

Meg Beswick

March 6, 2012

May the wind be always
at your back,
May the sun shine warm
upon your face,
And rains fall soft
upon your fields,
And until we meet again,
may God keep you
in the hollow of His hand.

Doug Symington

March 6, 2012

Julie, Mia, Mel and Buddy

Our deepest sympathies, Matt was a great father and a great guy. He will be missed.

The Symingtons Canada

MICHAEL MCCLINTON

March 6, 2012

OUR SYMPATHIES FROM THE MCCLINTON FAMILY

Jeff Madiro

March 6, 2012

My deepest sympathies for your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers!
Mia and Mel if you and your family need anything please do not hesitate to contact me.

Sincerely,
Jeff Madiro

Tracie Anderson

March 6, 2012

R.I.P. Matt, I don't know who I will talk to before Marks hockey games to calm me down from worrying, I won't know who will calm me down when he starts to check next season. But I DO know who I will think of and that is YOU. Take it easy my friend and play 18 holes for me up there. Until we meet again,my friend... prayers and thoughts go out to your family.

March 6, 2012

Joe, Bunny, Julie, Mia, Melonie, Buddy, Joey and Alicia and families--our deepest sympathies for this terrible loss. Thoughts and prayers coming your way.
Susie Summers, Steve Calabrese, Linsey and Jackie

March 6, 2012

Matt, was a good friend who always made me laugh. He will be missed... but never forgotten!

Patti and Bobby Belutty

March 6, 2012

The Summers Family,
What a great loss we are all feeling. Matt was a wonderful man who will never be forgotten. He touched so many lives and will live on in all os us. May Bunny, Joe, Joey, Alicia and his beautiful children know we are keeping them in our thoughts and prayers every day. Much Love, Patti and Bobby Belutty

Bonnie Bobrowski

March 6, 2012

Joe, Bunny and Family, My heartfelt and sincere condolences on the loss of your son and your grandchildren's father. I am so sad. I met Matt years ago at O'Flaherty's in Aston, PA and talked to him often about his family, etc. Joe, you are a dear friend and if I can do anything at all, please call me. Again, I am so sorry.

Ed Chelo

March 6, 2012

RIP Brother.

March 6, 2012

To The Summers Family, With Deepest and Heartfelt sympathy. from Jamar Blackwell

Dan Kane

March 6, 2012

We lost a good friend....

Dan Shanko

March 5, 2012

Julie, may your heart felt sadness and sorrow be filled with a stronger love and compassion over this time of need. Mia, Melanie and Buddy, you are your father's best friends. Never did a conversation go by where Matt did not mention how you all were doing in school,hockey and any other activities in your lives. Stay strong for your Mom in this time of need and reflection.
The Shanko family

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