Thomas, Matthew J.

Matthew J. Thomas, 52, Green Bay, died peacefully at a local hospital on May 12, 2014, surrounded by his loving family. Born on March 2, 1962, in Berlin, Wis., he is the son of Audrey (Paral) and the late Winford Thomas. Matthew was a loving father, son, and brother, with a kind and generous heart, who loved to share his natural-born gifts. He was extremely talented at everything that he did in life and had a passion for writing and performing music, and making people laugh. Next to his family, one of his greatest achievements was the work that he did at Allouez Catholic Cemetery and Chapel Mausoleum, especially the creation of the Wall of Honor to pay tribute to America's Military Veterans.

Matthew is survived by his loving children, Logan Thomas, Nashville, TN, Beau Thomas, and Audrey Jane Thomas, both of Green Bay; mother, Audrey Thomas, Green Bay; four sisters, Karen (Tony Gaines) Thomas, Green Bay, Kathi (Gil) Wright, Town of Scott, and their children, Ben, Eric, and Lydia, Jill Kahovec, Green Bay, and her son, Daniel, and Judi (Randy) Korth, Green Bay; many other brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews; mother of Matt's children, Jane Brzezinski; and Clay and Bernadette Aumann.

He was preceded in death by his father.

Visitation at Malcore (East) Funeral Home, 701 N. Baird St., Friday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Memorial service 11:00 a.m. Friday at the funeral home with Ann Froelich, Pastoral Associate officiating.

Please visit www.malcorefuneralhome.com to share memories and express condolences.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Fr. Paul Du Charme, Pastor David Hatch, and the entire staff at Bellin Hospital for their compassionate care.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Green Bay Press-Gazette on May 15, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Matthew Thomas

16 Entries

Lori Britton (Isham)

May 26, 2014

So sad to hear the news of Matt's passing. We had spoken recently and laughed about old memories, and talked about our kids. He was so proud of his. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Rev. David Komatz

May 18, 2014

I was saddened to hear of the passing of Matt. I remember him well as a playful student and was just sharing a story about him the day before I heard of his passing. May he rest in peace.

David and Judy Skog

May 16, 2014

Kathy and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Brothers and sisters are a gift we never want to live without. All the memories will help comfort you in this time of sorrow.

Julie Farah Lamine

May 16, 2014

To Matt's family, our deepest sympathies. Like Carrie Stroschein said, the gang at Sand Bay was like no other. Matt was a big part of that, always, always making us laugh. Many times he'd just show up on the jet ski and before you knew it you were rolling in laughter. And what a musician. I stayed out till 1:30am at Hero's to watch him sing and play his guitar. I can still see and hear him singing "I'm a Believer" by the Monkeys. Sing in heaven, Matt! All our love and prayers to your family. The Don Farah Family

Michael Mogan

May 16, 2014

I have great memories of going out West skiing with Matt, skiing at Whistler as well the mountains of Colorado. They were great memorable times we had a blast. Matt skied with reckless abandon and great enthusiasm. He will be missed by me and many others. The world is a better place for Matt having been in it.

Reid Hanson

May 16, 2014

Bundah (Matt understands this reference)
Thinking of you, brother.

Kit Sullivan

May 15, 2014

I knew Matt as a young boy and young man and remember him fondly. I am so sorry to see his life cut short. My sincere condolences to all his family.

May 15, 2014

Dear Thomas Family-I would like to express my deepest sympathy to all of you.We were just shocked to hear of his passing. Lots of love,Ingrid Stroschein.

Carrie (Stroschein) Bores

May 15, 2014

Thomas Family and friends:
A true Sand Bay friend, many fond memories growing up with Matt in Sand Bay.
Playing volleyball on the beach, late night bonfires, kick the can around the resort, four square. Car loads of all of us traveling up to Thumb Fun and the Haunted House. We always talked about writing a book about all the adventures we've experienced together. The bond of Sand Bay kids at that time is something that our children probably have never experienced. Matt, you will live on in the many great stories we all have shared together.
We will all keep those memories close to our heart.

Raedene Champeau

May 15, 2014

Jill, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Matt. I will pray for you and the rest of your family for peace in this very sad time. God bless all of you.
Raedene Champeau

Valorie Helander

May 15, 2014

I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your brother, Jill. My prayers are with you and the rest of your family.

Tom Dery

May 15, 2014

Matt, We had a lot of good times together. Rocking & Rolling, Joking & Laughing. Your Spirit and Heart were in Everything you did. You will be Greatly Missed. You don't have to fight anymore. Rest Easy, my Friend.

Diane Selissen

May 15, 2014

Judi, Randy, Jill and family.So sorry to hear of Matt's passing.The Thomas family are in my thoughts and prayers. Eternal rest grant him O Lord , may he rest in the arms of Our Lord and have peace. God Bless you and yours.

Tammy Loppnow

May 15, 2014

So sorry to hear about your dad Audrey. Our prayers are with you.

The Loppnows (Kailey's Family)

Rich Orde

May 15, 2014

So sorry to hear about Matt. I played with him in a band for a few years back in the 1990's.

Doug Thomas

May 15, 2014

May the almighty welcome you with open arms. You will me missed but always in my thoughts. See you in heaven cuz....we can reminisce about deer camp at Bill's place.
God Bless!

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