Charles J. "Chad" Mateyak Jr.

Charles J. "Chad" Mateyak Jr.

Charles Mateyak Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 15, 2008.
Charles "Chad" J. Mateyak Jr., 37, of Ben Titus Road, Tamaqua, died Saturday at St. Luke's Hospital, Bethlehem. Born in Coaldale, he was a son of Charles and Sally Mantz Mateyak. Chad was a 1989 graduate of Tamaqua High School and earned an associate degree in business from McCann School of Business. A member of the Panther Valley Dart League, he was an archery hunter and enjoyed motorcycle riding. Chad was a member of Trinity United Church of Christ, Tamaqua, and worked for the last six years for Hayden Electric, Hazleton. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife of six years, Amy L. Walton Mateyak; four daughters, Ciara R. Mateyak, Mahanoy City, Lottie R. Mateyak, Leah L, Mateyak, Tamaqua, and Laurie L. Walton, Tamaqua; a son, Tyler McLaughlin, Tamaqua; three sisters, Christine A. Titus, Tamaqua, Kim, wife of Christopher Griffith, Pittsburgh, and Megan, wife of Aaron Frantz, Tamaqua; two brothers, Paul Mateyak and his wife, Sharon, Tamaqua, and Matthew Mateyak and his wife, Jennifer, Tamaqua; one grandchild. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Trinity United Church of Christ with the Rev. David Knobel officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home Inc., 655 E. Broad St., Tamaqua. Interment will be in Odd Fellows Cemetery, Tamaqua. Memorials in his honor may be sent to Trinity United Church of Christ, 22 Lafayette St., Tamaqua, PA 18252. Online registry and condolences to www.griffithsfuneralhome.com. Sign the guest book at republicanherald.com

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July 10, 2008

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June 27, 2008

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Janet (Kunkel) Houser

July 10, 2008

To the Mateyak family go my deepest condolences. I can only hope that the thoughts and memories of all the wonderful things that Chad brought to everyone around him will help you stay strong through this. He is most sincerely missed.

Melissa Parfitt

July 10, 2008

Dear Family and Friends,

I was so sad to hear of Chad's passing. What a horrible loss this is for his friends and family. I had the chance to see Matt a few times over the years, but Chad I hadn't seen in quite a while. But, I have some extremely fond memories of him in high school. Although I was two years younger then him , during those years he always treated me as an equal and was such a kind heart. He will be missed very much. Melissa Tyler Parfitt

Howard and Judy Endy

June 27, 2008

Amy, I am so sorry to hear this news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless you and your family and help you through this sad time.

Keith and Vicki Maguschak

June 27, 2008

To the entire Mateyak family,
Our deepest sympathies are with each one of you during this difficult time. Chad will be greatly missed as both a co-worker and a family friend.

Larry Tennant

June 25, 2008

To the Mateyaks and Waltons.

My prayers and thoughts are truly with you. I can't even begin to imagine the sense of loss.

May the memory of Chad be eternal.

Rob and Jill Mahady and Family

June 24, 2008

Amy and Family ~

We were very saddened to hear about Chad, and wanted you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. With deepest sympathy...

George & Maria Elena Mashack

June 24, 2008

Mr & Mrs Mateyak, Kim, Megan, Chris, Paul and Matt ; Amy & Children,

Please accept our deepest sympathy for the sudden passing of Chad. No simple words can console the deep loss you feel. Wrap yourself in your favorite memories of time spent with Chad to help you through your personal struggles. Have faith that you will see Chad again and for now, he is being watched over and comforted by our heavenly father.

CHRISTINE JULIANO (EISENBERG)

June 23, 2008

I WAS DEEPLY SADENED BY THIS NEWS. CHAD WAS A WONDERFUL LOVING PERSON. HE WILL BE MISSED GREATLY. MY HEART GOES OUT TO HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS; YOU WILL BE IN MY PRAYERS.

Diane Kreh (Heisler)

June 23, 2008

Amy,
I'm praying for you and your family during this difficult time.

Fred and Margaret Salefski

June 22, 2008

To The Mateyak Family-

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to your family for the loss of Chad. A loving husband, father, son, cousin and brother who will be dearly missed. Please know that you are in our thoughts and in our prayers during this diffcult time.

Edward & Maria Zeigler

June 21, 2008

To the Mateyak Family,

We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to your family for the loss of Chad. Please know that you are in our thoughts and in our prayers during this diffcult time.

MarySue and John Rother

June 20, 2008

To the Mateyak family:
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I will always remember Chad as a sweet and funny kid. God bless.

Dean and Thais Hafer

June 19, 2008

Charlie, Matt and Mateyak Family
We are so shocked and saddened to hear about Chad.
You are in our thoughts.

jimmy rymarkiewicz

June 19, 2008

I'm so sorry for your loss. Chad was a good man and a great friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless you all!

Sandra Jean Rummel Yearick

June 19, 2008

Charlie and Sally and all the Mateyak family. My prayers are with you all. He was a great young man. He will be greatly missed by all. God Bless.

Paul Breiner

June 19, 2008

Sally, & Family---Our hearts go out to you in this time of loss. We are praying for you and your family, with deepest sympathy,
Paul & Barbara Breiner

sherry trautman

June 19, 2008

amy, kids, and chad's family: my heart breaks for your loss. i never spent one minute in chad's presence that he didn't make me smile or laugh. my prayers are with you.

Monica (Longhi) Willans

June 18, 2008

Please accept my deepest sympathy in your loss of Chad. May the memories of all the good times shared get you through this most difficult time now and in the weeks ahead. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

The Wily's

June 18, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Minerva (Messerschmidt) Arner

June 18, 2008

Charlie,
I'm so sorry for your loss, children are especially difficult.

Pam (Leymeister) Harris

June 18, 2008

To Matt & the Mateyak family,
I am very deeply saddened to hear of Chad's passing. He was a super friendly, funny, and overall just a sweet person and I am glad that I was able to know him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you & your family during this very difficult time. God Bless.

Dave Kleban

June 17, 2008

Chad was always fun to be around. He was a great co worker and friend who will be missed. My sympathy goes out to his family.

Alice and Joe Bieniek

June 17, 2008

Sally, Charles and family we are saddened to hear of your loss. We always thought of Chad with love.

John Bing

June 17, 2008

I was deeply saddened by Chad's passing. I met him at Bloomsburg U. and he made an indelible impression on me. We had lost touch over the years, but I always still considered him a great friend. He is in the Lord's hands now...until we meet again my friend.

Barb & Mike Phillips

June 17, 2008

Chad you will be missed by many. A good man with a kind heart. Barb and I were glad to call you friend.
Rest in peace brother.

Helen Conrad

June 17, 2008

Amy, I was so sory to hear of Chad's passing. It is a vry difficult time in your life but remember all of the good time you have shared with him.
PA Motor Maid

Tara Rife, Jeff Achey, Chris Reynolds at Hollywood Casino

June 17, 2008

Amy and Family, We are deeply sorry for your loss. We wanted to let you know you are in our thoughts and prayers, and are here for you if you need us. God Bless

Nick Kaschak

June 17, 2008

Chad would always brighten up a dull day and find a way to make you laugh without trying. A great guy, great times. He will be greatly missed. My prayers go out to his family. We'll miss you Chad. God bless

David Mehalshick

June 17, 2008

He was a great friend and co-worker who always knew how to put a smile on your face.My deepest sympathy to the mateyak family. May your soul rest in peace

jon/sheila mashack

June 17, 2008

Matt, What a loss for you and your family. Try and remember the good times to get threw this time of such sorrow. Only time can help mend such a heartache. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Seth Parfitt

June 17, 2008

Matt & the entire Mateyak Family: My deepest sympathy in your loss of Chad. My wife (Melissa Tyler) told me this morning and I still remain in shock. Although I have not seen him since graduation, I can only think of growing-up with him and what a good friend he was to me. From elementary school, through baseball and the bugelow in summertime, straight through to high school - he had a very kind soul. The memories will remain.

I always found it funny that Matt and I always seemed to be at odds when we were kids and Chad was so damn nice. After highschool the roles reversed, I didn't see much of Chad, but Matt and I ended up getting along famously...I will always value each of their friendships dearly - be strong Matt, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Kay (Leiby) Creyer

June 17, 2008

To the Mateyak Family,
My sympathy on the passing of Chad. I have not seen him in many years. I have such good memories from when we were younger. Your family is in my prayers.

Mike and Chris Kostecky

June 17, 2008

To the entire Mateyak family, we are very sad to of Chad's passing. When we would see Chad, he would always make us smile, Chad will always be remembered.

Elizabeth (Liz) (MacDonald) Hein

June 17, 2008

Charlie, Sally, and the entire Mateyak Family, I am deeply saddened to hear about Chad's passing. Although it has been many years since we have been in touch, I will always remember those wonderful memories from when we were kids. You are in my thoughts and parayers. God Bless.

Bob Sell

June 17, 2008

Dear Charlie,Sally,Matt and Family
I'm deeply saddened for your loss...I have not seen Chad in years but have good memories when we were younger, he was a good guy and will be missed.... you are all in my thoughts.

Nicholas Chimienti

June 16, 2008

Amy and Family,
My deepest sympathy and to let you know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your children during these times.

Bob Bashago

June 16, 2008

Although our paths have not crossed in some time, I always looked forward too seeing Chad again. So sorry for your loss Matt and Mateyak family.

Tracey Tomchick

June 16, 2008

To the Mateyak Family,
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless You.

Kathleen Mateyak

June 16, 2008

Dear Charlie, Sally, Matt and the rest of the Mateyaks-

I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Chad was a wonderful man and may his memory live strong in your hearts. He will be sorely missed and never forgotten. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. If there is anything I can do, please reach out. I am here. All my love, cousin Kathleen

Randy Dudeck

June 16, 2008

To the Mateyak family,
may god be with you all in this time of sorrow, I knew Chad from work, and I know he will be sadly missed by all of his co workers.

Matthew Sopko

June 16, 2008

Chad will be missed as a friend and a coworker.I am sorry for your loss.

Stephen Delman III

June 16, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.You were a great friend and a pleasure to have known. We will miss you alot chadeo chad.

Stacey (Brobst) Shriver

June 16, 2008

To The Mateyak Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Although I have not seen Chad in years, I have many wonderful memories of him and those memories have always made me smile. May God be with you in this time of sorrow.

Marsha Breiner

June 16, 2008

To Matt, and the whole Mateyak family. I was deeply saddened by the news of Chad's passing. My heart goes out to you all. I know we haven't seen each other in a long time, but if there is anything I can do, don't hesitate to get a hold of me. I will pray for your whole family to get through this very difficult time.
Marsha Breiner

Susan and Ted Sidoriak

June 16, 2008

Sending you caring thoughts with hope that each tomorrow is a little brighter. Chad's beautiful soul will never be forgotten. May it help to know that others are thinking of you and wishing you comfort.

With love,
Susan and Ted Sidoriak

Ann & Albie

June 16, 2008

A loved one that has finished their life on earth is not dead, their life has just began. They are still with us in spirit, that you must believe!

Our thoughts are with his family.

Mary Beth and Jim Held and Family

June 16, 2008

May the love of God, and the love of your family, aid you through this time. We will be thinking of you, and will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Joanne Vaughn

June 16, 2008

To Chad's family
May God be with your family at this sad time.
I met Chad when he was doing work at Gen Mills some time ago. Very nice guy, fun to be around.
God Bless

Becky Coccio

June 16, 2008

Both Families.....
We wish our deapeast condolences to both your families. You are in our prayers and we are here for you all.

Dan and Becky Coccio

Stephen Mateyak

June 16, 2008

dear Charlie and Sally and all the rest of the Mateyak family. We are deeply saddened and grieved of your loss. We love you and if there is anything we can do for you both we will be there for you. Cuz Steve and Eleanor

Angela Burnham-Gnall

June 16, 2008

I'm deeply saddened by this loss. My prayers go out to your families. Please remember the memories you have of him to get through the rough patches and he will be watching over you.

Dave & Stacie Folk

June 16, 2008

Dear Sally, Charlie and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories of Chad bring you comfort.

Phil and Rose Houm

June 15, 2008

Family and friends of Chad Mateyak, we cannot imagine your sorrow at this time. You are and will be in our thoughts and prayers.

David Kokinda

June 15, 2008

we will miss you at work

Marcia Henderson

June 15, 2008

Dear Amy, Lauri, and Family,
We were shocked to hear the news of Chads passing. We will keep you all in our prayers. If there is ANYTHING we can do to help please call. Love Brian, Marcia, and Courtney

Jolene (Oswald) Barron

June 15, 2008

To the Mateyak family-
I am so saddened to hear of your loss, and wish to express my sincere condolences. Chad was a wonderful young man who will never be forgotten. May your memories of him comfort you at this difficult time.

Charlie, Heather & Olivia Stettler

June 15, 2008

Your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Helen Kerschner

June 15, 2008

Dear Sally, Charlie and family and Chad's family,
I was so sorry to hear about Chad's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God be with you in your time of sorrow. Take a day at a time. God Bless you!
With Love, Helen Teter Hartman Kerschner

Amanda Titus

June 15, 2008

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Lisa and John McGeary

June 15, 2008

Dear Amy and family,
We were so shocked and saddened by the news of your loss. May God give you the strength and support that you have given so many in the past. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

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