Paul Mateer

Paul R. Mateer, 82, of Westbrook, CT, died May 12, 2025 at Middlesex Hospital. Born in Yonkers, NY, he was the only son of the late Archie and Carol (Allison) Mateer. He was predeceased by many beloved pets including Tigger and Shadow. He will be buried in Verbank, NY alongside his parents and other family members.

Paul received his Bachelors and Masters in teaching for High School Industrial Arts at State University College at Buffalo. He moved to New Milford, CT in 1972 with his wife and taught at Brookfield High School for 32 coffee fueled years making a lasting impression on so many students. He was an avid train collector and always made time on Sundays to watch his NY Giants and Jets play during the NFL season. He enjoyed his retirement in Westbrook, CT listening to music and watching classic television shows. He always had a good joke to tell if you had the time and loved the occasional good natured prank. He had a great fondness for pyrotechnics as well. Paul was a devoted and dedicated husband to his wife, Judy.

He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Mrs. Judy (Alise) Mateer, Westbrook, CT, his daughter and son-in-law, Allison and Craig Strzelecki, Westbrook, CT and his grandson Cole Strzelecki, Westbrook, CT.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made, in his memory, to the American Heart Association or the American Diabetes Association.