Joseph Matthew

Joseph "T-Boy" Matthew, 76, of Houston, Texas, passed away peacefully on July 1st, 2025. He was born on May 11, 1949, in the Commonwealth of Dominica.
From a very early age, Joseph was known as a hard worker who allowed nothing to stand in the way of his goals. Although not formally educated in the traditional sense, his unwavering commitment to continuous growth led him to acquire a wide range of skills. He was a talented carpenter and mason, and his entrepreneurial spirit shone through as he owned and successfully ran his own business on the island of Dominica before moving to the United States.
Joseph was a devoted husband to Verdmay Matthew, with whom he shared 35 years of marriage in Houston. He was also a loving father who cherished time with his children and grandchildren. Known for being young at heart and filling all those around him with joy and cheer, Joseph's presence was a gift. He deeply enjoyed dancing, a good game of dominos, and was always ready for a social gathering with friends and family. Joseph was truly loved by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Verdmay Matthew.
His children, Joseph Matthew and Anna Matthew Celestine of Baytown, Texas, Bertrand Matthew of Atlanta, Georgia, Vanessa Matthew Paul of Dominica, and Earlston Matthew of Saint Cloud, Florida.
He also leaves behind his cherished in-laws: Wendy Matthew, Marisa Matthew, Cleo Chumiso, Eric Celestine, and Valantere Paul.
Joseph was also a proud grandfather to Magaret Matthew, Zara Matthew, Rowan Matthew, Jahim Matthew, Aidan Matthew, Yannick Matthew, Kyana Paul, Taylor Celestine Vaida Paul, Valan Paul, Vittori Paul, Jayden Matthew, Jahleesha Matthew, Jonathan Matthew, Dishane Matthew, Jahzel Matthew, Megan Matthew, Logan Matthew, Serena Matthew, and grandsons-in-law Domink Castro and Karl Brown.
He was also a loving great-grandfather to Tyler Mikins, Tazley Mikins, Obediah Brown, Landon Matthew, Taylen Brown, Chayce Pinard, and Tiana Matthew.
He is also survived by his siblings: Liliane George, Linus Matthew, and Ramuld Matthew of Dominica, Jerome Matthew of St. Maarten, Alexis Matthew of Guadeloupe, Fortune Matthew of New Jersey, and Agnes Andrew of France.
His aunts and uncle: Olive Maglore, Healen Magore, Janet Maglore, and Sentilier Maglore of Dominica.
His loving brothers and sisters in law: Michael Patt, Joseph Patt (Benita) Humble, Randy Janice, Delores Green (Jake), and Veronica (Fado) of Houston TX. Lee Allen Patt Sr. (Rose) of Hockey TX, Felton Patt III (Leslie) of Kingwood TX, and Sandra Martin (Mark) of Port Arthur TX.
He will be remembered by many friends, nieces and nephews too numerous to mention.