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Matthew Torpey Obituary
MATTHEW J., of Pennypack Woods, Jan. 15, 2006; Beloved husband of the late Claire R. (nee Judge); dear father of Gerald (Patti), Madalyn (Joseph) Mosca and Matthew J., Jr. and loving grandfather of Kristin, Kellyanne, Lindsay, Matthew, Jerry, Brian, Katie, Sean and Andrew. Predeceased by his brothers John, William, and Joseph and sisters Eileen Schanbacher and Sarah Morrison. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Funeral Services Friday after 9 A.M. at THE ALDWORTH FUNERAL HOME, Decatur & Charles Sts., followed by his Funeral Mass 10:30 A.M. St Dominic Church. Int. Resurrection Cem. Friends may call Thurs. eve 7-9 P.M. In lieu of flowers donations in his memory to the American Cancer Soc., 1626 Locust St., Phila., PA 19103 are preferred.
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Memories and Condolences
for Matthew Torpey
Maryellen Chappell
January 20, 2006
Dear Jerry, Madgie and Matthew,
I was so sorry to hear about Uncle Matt`s passing. I,like the rest of the cousins,will miss his sense of humor and contagious smile.I know
my parents will be happy to see him in Heaven. My deepest sympathies to you all. Love
Kelsey Pedroza
January 19, 2006
To All Torpeys,
My deepest thoughts are with all of you. All of you are like family of my own, I will be here for all of you every step of the way. I know how hard it is for you guys, Pop-pop Torpey was amazing and will always be. All of you are in my prayers. He will always be in our hearts forever. May the Lord be with all of you. I love you guys so much with all of my heart.
Linda Isard
January 19, 2006
Uncle Matt - Words cannot describe my relationship with him. We had a special relationship and I am the only niece that can say Uncle Matt saved my life twice(as he often, lovingly, reminded me). I will cherish our relationship the rest of my life and will always consider Uncle Matt my second father. Uncle Matt you will be sadly missed by everyone but I know you are at peace and reunited with Aunt Claire,all of your siblings and in-laws. Please give all of the "elders" a kiss for me, check on Dad for me and enjoy the family "reunion".
Kathy Flynn
January 18, 2006
Jerry, Madge and Matthew:
I can only express my deepest sympathies to you all. Uncle Matt was special to myself and my sisters. He will truly be missed.
Now that all of the "Elders" have left us, we can only wonder what kind of party they are having in Heaven!
Janet Bradish
January 17, 2006
When I think of Uncle Matt I have to smile because he always had a smile on his face and that mischievious glint in his eye. Oh, what a tease.
Looking back at my childhood, I realize just how much my aunts and uncles were a part of my life. I remember the summer parties in our back yard, the mummers strut, Christmas visits and our family reunions at Christine and Don's house. These were great times filled with laughter. To the Torpey side of my family- Thanks for the Memories. I'll miss you all.
Susan Rane
January 17, 2006
The one thing I will always remember about Uncle Matt was his wonderful sense of humor. After being in his company your spirit was always uplifted. I know he will keep them smiling in heaven.
kathy greenhalgh
January 17, 2006
i have so many fond memories of uncle matt that there is not enough space to put them. one is him playing his organ in his living room and how my mother always babied him because she said she had to raise him. i will miss him so much. he will be in my prayers always. love kathy
Christine Huscher
January 17, 2006
Uncle Matt was a wonderful role model to me when I was growing up. I am very sad Uncle Matt's death is also is the passing of a wonderful generation of family who influenced me deeply during my formative years.
All of us who are the older cousins can recall the closeness this family had, where we cousins saw each other regularly, went to the same schools, and grew up with a legacy of family cohesiveness. For me, it was a wonderful time to be growing up, and I am so happy to have such wonderful memories.
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