Matos, James M., 79, a loving husband, father and grandfather, of Hollywood, passed away peacefully with his son at his side on Friday, January 23, 2015. He was born on September 1, 1935, in Bronx, NY to the late Jaime Matos and Alisia Reyes. He proudly served in the US Army as a Private First Class until he was Honorably Discharged in 1960. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his devoted wife of 50 years, Maria L. Matos; his beloved children, Robert Matos, Susan Matos and Steve Matos; his loving grandchildren, Gabriela, Jett, Louis, Chaz, Oliver James and Tate Michael; his sisters, Hilda Sotomayo and Margaret O’Cano; and his brother, Edward Matos. An Urn Committal Service with Military Honors will take place on Friday, February 6, 2015, 1:30 p.m. at South Florida National Cemetery in Lake Worth, FL. Arrangements by Boyd-Panciera Family Funeral Care, University Drive Chapel
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Frank and Daphna Kowalczyk (Alachua FL Alachua)
January 26, 2015, 12:00 am
Dearest Bobby and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss of your Dad , father in law and grandfather to the boys .
May your wonderful memories help guide you through the upcoming difficult days ahead .
Hugs
Frank and Daphna
Ellen Nelissen (Clearwater FL USA)
January 27, 2015, 12:00 am
Dear Matos’ family,
I am sorry for your loss. I pray that all your hearts may get strong to pass these sad coming days. Time on earth together is too short, keep all the great memories, share lots of pictures and memories with the children growing up and look forward until you meet again. I am sure he will be watching his family from heaven. Ellen, Hugo and kids.
Christine Ortiz, Puttick (Jacksonville FL USA)
January 27, 2015, 12:00 am
To the Loving Mato’s family,
Im so sorry for your loss, your in my thoughts and prayers. We have many memories with your family growing up and all the family get togethers. Your father will be missed.
Mike and Diane Gavlinski (CLEARWATER FL)
January 27, 2015, 12:00 am
Mary, we are so sorry for your loss, but I know your faith in God will see you through this. Jim was a wonderful husband and father, and Bobby is just like him. You must be so proud that he left such a fine legacy for his children.
Christine Ortiz, Puttick (Jacksonville FL USA)
January 27, 2015, 12:00 am
To the Loving Mato’s family,
Im so sorry for your loss, your in my thoughts and prayers. We have many memories with your family growing up and all the family get togethers. Your father will be missed.
Teresa Greenlee (NEW PORT RICHEY FL)
January 27, 2015, 12:00 am
Dear Bobby and family,
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Greg O'Connell (Brooklyn NY USA)
February 10, 2015, 12:00 am
Dear Aunt Mary and cousins, I was so sorry to hear about the loss of my Uncle Jimmy. I have such a fond and lasting memory of he and I sitting at my mothers kitchen table 20 or so years ago. We talked about so many things most of which I don’t even remember. What I do remember was the feeling of comfort he left me with after connecting with him on a level we hadn’t reached before. I suspect he left that same impression on many. I will always think of him this way. I’m very sorry for your loss. Love, Greg