Theodore Matthews II

Theodore Joseph Matthews CLIFTON PARK - Theodore “Ted” Joseph Matthews, II, age 84, of 4th St. West, Nokomis, Florida and 6 Castillion Ct., Clifton Park, died peacefully on Sunday, February 1, 2015, in the loving company of his family. He was born on July 9, 1930 in Rensselaer, NY and was the son of the late Theodore Joseph and Ethel (Willimott) Matthews. Ted was a graduate of St. John’s High School, class of 1948, and also graduated from Albany Business college. He was a proud US Navy veteran who served in the korean war as a bosun’s mate. He received the Navy Occupation Service Medal and the National Defense Service Medal. Ted lived in Clifton Park from 1973 to 1998. He was a Purchasing Agent at Garden Way in Troy until his retirement. Ted was a communicant of St. Edward the Confessor Church since 1973 and was proud to sing bass in the adult choir for over 20 years. He was also an involved member of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel in Nokomis, Florida, where he sang in the choir and was a supporting member in the building of a new church. Ted’s greatest joys were the moments spent with his large family playing, coaching or watching sports, playing cards, golf, horseshoes or bowling. he enjoyed the challenge of fixing, repairing or rebuilding things, and no project was off limits. he was also a talented wood-worker. he was truly a life-long learner. Ted loved God’s beauty found at the beach. He spent his time enjoying the fresh air of the Adirondack Mountains on Brant Lake where he hosted many family celebrations during the summer. In the winter months, he enjoyed the warm beach and sunshine of Nokomis, FL. Ted’s amazingly positive attitude and deep faith led him to overcome and surpass medical odds as he recovered from many heart-related health issues. Ted joins his bride, Janet “Jan” (Blaisdell) Matthews, of 55 years in heaven. He was the devoted father of Terri (Joseph) Leputa of Dayton, OH, Theodore Matthews, III of Nokomis, FL, Joan (Chad) Finck of Clifton Park, NY, Paul (Chrissy) Matthews of Clifton Park, NY, Mark Matthews of Ballston lake, NY, Jay (Tiffany) Matthews of Halfmoon, NY, Carolyn (Bob) Renzi of Clifton Park, NY and Nancy (Rich) Buehler of Clifton Park, NY; caring brother of George (Pat) Matthews of Glenmont, NY, Emily (the late John) Jordan of Rensselaer, NY, and the late William (the late Kathy) Matthews and the late Sr. Marie Matthews. He is also survived by twenty grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. with each of his children and grandchildren, he took the time to develop a unique relationship and make special memories that were exclusive to each person. Ted leaves behind a great legacy of deep faith, love and respect for family, and left all who knew him with the wisdom that a positive outlook on life truly makes a difference. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, February 5th at 11am at St. Edward the Confessor Church, 569 Clifton Park Center Road, Clifton Park, NY. Relatives and friends are welcomed to attend the calling hours on Wednesday, February 4th from 4 to 8pm at the Church. Interment with full military honors will be held immediately following the Mass at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Rensselaer, NY. all are welcome to return to st. edward’s for a reception as the celebration of ted’s life continues. Memorial contributions to Circles of Mercy, 11 Washington St., Rensselaer, NY 12144 or Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America, 335 Lexington Ave, 15th floor., New York, NY 10017.