Thomas Karl Mateer

Thomas Karl Mateer

Thomas Mateer Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 4, 2009.
Mateer, Thomas Karl WATERFORD Thomas Karl Mateer, 51, passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2009 at the Albany Medical Center after a long illness. Thomas was born on October 16, 1957 in Albany and is the son of Ann Mateer of Prescott, Ariz. and the late Edgar Mateer. He was a longtime resident of the Albany area and graduated from Albany High School. He enjoyed sailing on the Mohawk River and loved nature. In addition to his mother, Thomas is survived by his sisters, Christine Mateer-Stifter (Ernst) of Garmish, Germany and Karin Mateer-Rojas of Latham; one nephew and two nieces, Nikolaus Prusky, Erika Prusky and Annastasia Prusky, all of Latham; aunts, uncles, and numerous cousins here and abroad. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday at New Comer-Cannon Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie (Rt. 155-south of Central Ave). A calling hour will precede the service from 10 to 11 a.m. on Thursday at the funeral home. Interment, Memory's Garden in Colonie. Memorial contributions may be made to the Vasculitis Foundation, P.O. Box 28660, Kansas City, MO 64188 in memory of Thomas would be appreciated.

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February 10, 2009

Kathy Van Alstyne posted to the memorial.

February 6, 2009

Marcia & Chuck Scott posted to the memorial.

February 5, 2009

Cathie Luciano posted to the memorial.

Kathy Van Alstyne

February 10, 2009

I m sorry for your lost Tom was a good friend from years ago. My prayers to the family

Marcia & Chuck Scott

February 6, 2009

Dear Karin, Christine and Ann,
Keep all the happy memories close to your heart and that will keep you strong.
You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

Cathie Luciano

February 5, 2009

Karin and Familey , I am sorry on your loss. Please know you are in my prayers.

JO ANN LETO

February 4, 2009

CHRISTINE, KARIN AND MOM, SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I AM A LONG LOST FRIEND BUT REMEMBER ALL OF YOU, A WONDERFUL FAMILY AND SCHOOL MATES.

Regina Dunn

February 4, 2009

KARIN and Family
I am sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Bill Fisher

February 4, 2009

Karen and Family
My sincere condolences on your loss, may you cherish the fond memories and keep the faith.

Lynn Dimmer

February 4, 2009

Karin and family,
I can't tell you how sorry I am to hear about Thomas' passing. Please know that you are in my prayers. I know how hard it is losing a family member. No matter what, you will always cherish their memory. Please take care and if there is anything I could do, please don't hesitate to let me know.

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