David Arthur "Dave" Matthews

David Arthur Matthews, devoted father and beloved son and sibling passed away peacefully on January 14, 2026 surround by his son and his two brothers.

Born in Yonkers, NY, Dave was the son of Jo Anne (Corso) and Peter Matthews. His father being a career Marine, David grew up in many different locations between Yonkers and Camp LeJeune, North Carolina, but always considered New York home. David earned his bachelor's degree at SUNY New Paltz where he discovered his love for cooking and was a chef in several restaurants in Dutchess and Westchester counties. With the birth of his son Jeremy, David gave up the crazy hours of a restaurant chef seeking a more regular schedule and became the head cook at Indian Point power plant. He worked there until 2012 when a car accident would no longer allow him to remain on his feet for long periods of time and ended his working career as an insurance agent for Combined Insurance.

Dave will be remembered for all the great meals he cooked for friends and family, for his devotion to his son and to his cats, his generosity to family and friends as well as being a fan of comic books and all things Star Wars.

Dave is survived my his son, Jeremy, his mother Jo Anne, his sisters Elizabeth and Elaine, and his brothers Peter and Michael.

He was preceded in death earlier this year by his father, Peter Sr.

Dave will be fondly remembered by family, friends and all who have tasted his cooking!

At the request of his family, David will have a private interment. Arrangements were entrusted to the care of the DELEHANTY FUNERAL HOME, 64 East Main Street, Wappingers Falls, New York. To offer a message of condolence or share a fond memory, please visit: www.DelehantyFuneral.com