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Frederick Matthaei Obituary
Frederick Carl Matthaei III died peacefully in his home on Aug. 4, 2011.
A graduate of the University of Michigan, Carl moved to St. Augustine in 2004, becoming a lifetime member of the Florida Wildlife Federation, a trustee of the University of Florida"s Whitney Laboratory for Marine Bioscience and president of the South Anastasia Communities Association.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the South Anastasia Communities Association, P.O. Box 840255, St. Augustine, FL 32080.
A memorial service will be held at 9 a.m. on Sept. 17, 2011, at the Marineland Boardwalk with a reception following at the Whitney Auditorium.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Frederick Matthaei
Brother Bruce
August 20, 2023
Every year you look younger in this picture, I think you have found the "Fountain of Youth." Whenever I think of you I miss you more than before.
Bob Harrison
August 20, 2023
Can´t believe another year has passed, you are thought of often and miss our friend deeply
Bob and Barbara, Lighthouse Point
Bruce Johne
August 20, 2022
Hey Brother Carl. It's hard to believe it's been 11 years since we last visited together. We had some truly great times together when time was plentiful. I'm looking forward to reminiscing with you some day at the GREAT Sandbar in the sky. Love you Brother
Laura Chester
August 20, 2021
I only knew "Carl" as Fred as a teenager in
love with the most handsome boy who I met
in Vail skiing. I was so shocked when I read that he had passed, now ten years ago. My warmest
wishes go to his sisters, and wife, Laura
PJ Braden
May 7, 2017
Carl you inspired me, supported me and helped me. I am so glad you found peace with Marcella. I will see you in the Laser Lane.
Bob
December 30, 2011
See you in the Lazer Lane
Rest in Peace
Wendy Depasse
September 20, 2011
Carl Matthaei was an extraordinary man. I loved his enegry, his great smile and his laugh. He aways made me feel special. It's been over 20 yrs since I've seen him, and in this picture above, he is as beautiful as the day I met him. I'll always miss you, Carl. Marcella, my thoughts are with you and Boss.
Clark B. Penzien
September 13, 2011
Rest in Peace my friend, and look forward to the time we meet again in Heaven... Carl, you have been THE BEST FRIEND FOR LIFE... We greatly miss you and our talks, a true person with a huge heart, and will remember all the times we shared between Florida and Michigan. Many condolences to your families. With love, Clark B. Penzien Laser Lane North, Traverse City, Michigan ps: I will always cheerish the time shared in Florida when we spotted the Whales migrating South past your ocean front home. Love You Bro...
Bill Canning
September 5, 2011
Wow! Freddie (you were never Carl to me) our paths crossed so many times throughout the years, I will miss those connections until we meet again. Billy
September 4, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Julie. I don't even remember the last time we saw each other, but I wanted to say hi and let you know how sorry I am for your loss.
Carol Van Dyke (Ann Arbor)
Bruce and Charlene
August 29, 2011
Rest in peace brother. It's so difficult to wrap our minds around the thought of never seeing you again. We all laughed so hard when we were together.We miss you very much.
Win Kelly
August 26, 2011
My son, Hunter, and I loved Carl so very much. He was one of our very favorite people on the planet. We looked forward to seeing him at The Beach Cottages, with lovely Marcella and the Boss. We loved coming to the VIBE Center. We loved his caring that I live in an 'anti-cancer' way, and that he was such a hero to Hunter. We are so sad. He was a great, fun, inspiring part of our lives. God bless you Marcella, we are here, thinking of you, and just a phone call away. Win & Hunter
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