David Matthews Obituary

MATTHEWS, DAVID David Matthews, 64, of 177 Ellsworth Ave., New Haven, passed away on Feb. 17, 2013 at his home. Born in New Haven on Oct. 1, 1948, he was the son of the late Otis Matthews and Mary Santos Sullivan. He was retired from the U.S. Air Force and lived in California for more than 20 years and served as a forest ranger before returning to Connecticut. He was employed by St. Vincent dePaul's Parish in East Haven and, more recently, he worked for Chuck and Eddie's Used Auto Parts. He is survived by two daughters, Akilah Matthews of Upper Marlboro, MD and Lorraine Anderson of New Haven; his sister, Kathy Matthews Barbour (Charles) of New Haven; stepbrothers, William (Janice) and Harold (Susan) Farnham and stepsister, Paula Euell; two grandchildren; several nephews, cousins, and a host of other relatives and friends. Friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Martin dePorres Church, 136 Dixwell Ave., New Haven, Saturday morning at 10:00. Calling hour prior to the Mass from 9 to 10 am. Private interment will take place in All Saints Cemetery. The family would like to acknowledge the kindness of Rosa Edwards and Bill Walton. To leave messages of comfort for the family, please visit: www.celentanofuneralhome.com

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Published by The New Haven Register from Feb. 21 to Feb. 22, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for David Matthews

10 Entries

August 21, 2013

To Kathy and family-I worked with Dave at the tennis tournament for many years and just found out about your loss. I will miss his wonderful smile and laugh. He made our volunteer work much more fun. I'm so sorry for your loss. Susan Davey

February 25, 2013

To Kathy and Family,
Know that we are praying for you.
With sincerest condolences,
Mrs. Maxine Henderson and Family

February 25, 2013

To Kathy and Family,
With sincerest condolences on the passing of your brother David, may you find comfort in knowing that our prayers are with you. Sincerely,
Elmer Henderson Jr. and family

louis bosley

February 23, 2013

Sorry to hear about the passing of David.May the memories you have put a smile on your heart. God loved him best so he brought him home to rest. Prayers go out to the family...

February 22, 2013

Cathy. I'm leaving Spain now I will be home in time for the funeral. Harold

Henry D. Farley Jr.

February 22, 2013

My deepest sympathy in the loss of your
loved one, and as a good friend from
Brookside.

Mary Santos

February 22, 2013

Katt, my heart is so heavy with the loss of David. I will always remember when I took care of you and David in the summer and the fun we woud have at Brookside. You guys were my favorite little cousins at the time. Such great memories. He will be missed.
Love, Cousin Mary(Myrt).

Anna Marie Salzo

February 22, 2013

I can not put into words how sad I am about David's passing. When we were together at St. Vincent's, David always brought a smile to my face. I loved hearing his voice and what a smile!!! We always talked about the Yankees and the New York Giants but sports in general was always part of our many conversations.
He loved all of you so much and was so proud of his girls...he glowed when he spoke of you!! When the holidays came around, family and good food were our topics and we would compare notes on our meals.
David always lent a helping hand whenever I was changing things in my classroom and loved to be a part of our school events...I loved Glenda and always told him what great legs he had when he became her for one of our dress up days with our children at school.
David was always so respectful to my mom and I and came to visit often after he left St. Vincent's. He gave us amazing bear hugs!! David was truly a terrific man.
Due to family responsibilities, I am so sorry that I will be unable to attend services tomorrow at St. Martin de Porres. I wanted so much to meet all of you and let you know how much David will be missed.
David touched many lives in such a positive way that he will always be with us.
Once again, I am so truly sorry for your loss.

guy perry

February 22, 2013

may god comfort u in time of sorrow always in my prayer

Gloria & Kennedy Tyson

February 21, 2013

Kathy, Our deepest sympathy to you on the passing of your dear brother David. A brother and sister's bond is a special and loving relationship I no you will miss him but loving memories are forever. Gods garden needed a very special flower on Feb 17 and he picked David to be in his eternal garden. May you find comfort in knowing that our heart and prayers are with you today during this difficult time. God will take care of you and all your needs.

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