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John A. Matthews III

Friday, February 26, 2021

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9:00 am - 10:15 am

Thursday, March 4, 2021

Our Lady Of Sorrows Church

217 Prospect Street

South Orange, New Jersey, United States

973-763-5454

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Funeral Mass

10:30 am

Thursday, March 4, 2021

Our Lady Of Sorrows Church

217 Prospect Street

South Orange, New Jersey, United States

973-763-5454

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Rich Feeley posted a condolence

Saturday, June 19, 2021

Sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. I knew him from my days as a student at OLS many years ago. Condolences to the Matthews family, including Ed who was a fellow 58 classmate at OLS. RIP, Jack.

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Joe Matthews posted a condolence

Thursday, March 4, 2021

Aunt Judy and Cousins Mariliz, John, and Susan, So sorry to hear of Uncle Jack's passing. We know he was a wonderful Husband, Father, Grandfather, Friend, and Uncle. God Bless you All and you are all in our prayers. Your Family from Texas, Joe, Lisa, Jack, and Mark

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Dave Davis posted a condolence

Thursday, March 4, 2021

Jack was one of the finest gentlemen that I have ever had the pleasure of meeting and working with in the New Jersey State USBC Bowling Association. He will be dearly missed by many.

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Ken Kayser posted a condolence

Thursday, March 4, 2021

A Prosecutor’s prosecutor, an Essex County Prosecutor’s Office legend and mentor to many Assistant Prosecutors, initial head of the Special Prosecutions Section established by then Prosecutor George Schneider, too many prominent trials to count, a great trial lawyer, teacher and friend, among the most competitive people I have known and in everything he did, from jury trials to softball games; will always be thankful for his friendship and his insight and support while I was learning how to try cases. He will be much missed and thought of long after his passing. Condolences to Brian, Ed, Tom and to all of John’s family. Remember the softball games in the Essex County Lawyer’s League, the pizza and beer at one tavern or another after games, an occasional round of golf, so many good memories. Rest in Peace,

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Jeff and Karen Volker posted a condolence

Thursday, March 4, 2021

Judy and family, We are so very sorry and will miss Jack's support and friendship. He was a wonderful man and friend. Our heartfelt sympathy to all the family. Jeff and Karen

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Louis Anagnostis lit a candle

Wednesday, March 3, 2021

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Judy, sorry to hear of Jack's passing. I considered him a longtime friend and I'll miss our Yankees/Mets/Giants evaluations whenever our paths crossed. Fond memories of S.O. Little League also. God Bless, Louis Anagnostis

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Joseph Fusco posted a condolence

Monday, March 1, 2021

Judy, So sad to learn that John has passed. We worked together, side by side, for seven formative years (1970-1977) as ECPO assistant prosecutors. Always interesting, smart, ethical, thorough and easy going. Mostly complex, mysterious, confidential wiretap matters. Tireless investigator. Impressive trial attorney and fun at our office softball games. A notably devoted Dad, positive force and credit to our profession. He was a good and decent man. Lucky to have gotten to know him. Warmest condolences to you and your family. May John now Rest In Peace. Joseph Fusco Margate City, New Jersey

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Paul Sullivan posted a condolence

Monday, March 1, 2021

John was my classmate at Holy Cross where he earned the respect of all who knew him. Friendly, humorous and low-keyed were some of his attributes. My sympathy to his family. Paul Sullivan

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Monday, March 1, 2021

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Joseph Hadley Jr Posted Mar 1, 2021 at 9:23 AM

My deepest condolences are with your family during these trying times. May John's Angel keep watch over him and his family. Bless you all.

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Joseph Tesi posted a condolence

Sunday, February 28, 2021

So very sorry to hear of John’s passing. I got know him through our softball games at the ECPO. Although our work paths rarely passed, we would often meet in the hallway and talk shop. To a new investigator his sage advise and insights about investigative protocols and prosecutions were always welcomed. John was a great guy who had a unique understanding of the ECPO’s mission in an unassuming and humble manner. It was my good fortune to work with him and call him a friend. My sincere condolences to his family and friends.

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Maureen McGuire posted a condolence

Sunday, February 28, 2021

Deepest condolences to you, Judy. You must know that your son and daughters will guide you through this troubled time. Praying for you, John and Tammy that your faith will keep all the Matthews family comforted and brave, A Grandpa to be missed... Love, Maureen

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Frank Herrmann posted a condolence

Sunday, February 28, 2021

John was a great guy with a keen sense of humor. A big baseball fan and umpire. I was able to watch a few games with him and the Cape May County Prosecutor some years ago. Also fortunate to watch him in court. My condolences to the entire Matthews family. John will be missed but not forgotten.

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Guy Sterling posted a condolence

Sunday, February 28, 2021

John possessed as sharp a legal mind as any lawyer could ever hope to have. On top of that, he was a true gentleman. My condolences to the family, and may he rest in peace.

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Dagny Shiells posted a condolence

Sunday, February 28, 2021

From The Shiells Family We are so very sorry for your loss. When I think of Mr. Matthews the first word that comes to mind is pride. Whether it was the smile on his face during visits to Susan at GWU many years ago or his pure love for his grandchildren, the pride and love he felt for his family was always so very obvious. Please know that we are thinking of all of you during this sad and difficult time.

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Robert J. Carroll posted a condolence

Saturday, February 27, 2021

We are all very sorry to learn of John’s passing. He was a mentor, confidant and friend to countless young prosecutors of which I was fortunate to be one. You could always count on John for sound advice and encouragement, often in the midst of a contentious trial when his words meant a lot. Simply a giant in our prosecution family who will be revered by all whose career he helped. Rest in Piece Our Friend! God Bless you and your family. Bob Carroll and family.

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Mike Peter posted a condolence

Saturday, February 27, 2021

From the Peter Family Our Deepest and Sincere Sympathy and Condolences go out to the Mathew Family. I have great memories of Mr Matthew's coaching against the Little League teams my brothers and I played on. He was also an Umpire in the South Orange Men's Sunday night League.

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Tim Bauer posted a condolence

Saturday, February 27, 2021

My First ever Baseball Coach. Positive , consistent feedback , was an example I followed coaching in other sports . Always met me with a smile, a warm handshake and a kind word or two . Lucky are those he was close to. A Gentleman. Great example of what a Father should strive to be . My Condolences to the entire Family during this difficult time .

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