"Tommy was like my big brother in HS. He used to pick me up from my classes my senior year. He was my big bear, my protector. I loved him. We hung out all the time then we lost touch. We both grew up and I moved away. We spoke a few years ago when he moved to Florida. I was just talking about him today and went to find him only to find out he's gone. Life is so short and so precious. Tommy was my best friend once and I'm terribly sad to know he's gone. I always hoped he was out there somewhere with his big laugh making everyone smile like he did to me. RIP dear friend. I'm so sorry. ~M"
In loving memory of
Thomas W. Matthews, Jr.
July 6, 1975 - December 17, 2021
Thomas W. Matthews, Jr. "Tommy Getz" on December 17, 2021. Of West Deptford formerly of Washington Twp and Lindenwold. Age 46. Beloved son of Thomas Matthews, Sr. and Regina Matthews. Devoted brother of Melissa Swierczynski (Brian). Loving uncle of Dillion. Survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Predeceased by his cherished K-9 companion Remy. Tommy, Jr. was a member of the Tommy Kasper's Race Team, he loved racing any motorsports. He loved to fish, go to the beach and boating. He was a former Firefighter in Washington Twp. Tommy, Jr. was a youth group leader at Calvary Chapel in Turnersville. He will be remembered for being a professional ball buster to his sister and his willingness to help anyone in need of anything. There will be a visitation Thursday afternoon from 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE. Memorial Service 3:30 pm at the funeral home. Interment private. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Youth Group at Calvary Chapel 5360 NJ-42, Blackwood, NJ 08012.
Tributes
"I send my deepest condolences and love to you all! I know you were a kind soul and you will be greatly missed but never forgotten! Tommy, may you Rest In Peace"
"Regina, Melissa, So sorry to read this obituary. Tommy was a gentle kind person with a contagious laugh. Lots of memories of him. Tommy, May you Rest In Peace. With sincere sympathy,Deniece Russell"
"Tommy may you Rest In Peace you were the best nephew,son,brother and cousin everyone loved Tommy mattrews you will be missed terribly I remember when you were born I was so happy I used too bug grandma when?s Regina going to bring home my baby brother home you were like a little brother to me I was 7 yrs old when you were born all the prayer?s I said when I got the phone call I prayed to god you didn?t feel the pain when you passed I hope you know how much we all loved you and how much you will be missed I love ? you Tommy with all my heart ?? "
"I am So deeply sorry for your loss . My thoughts Amd prayers are with his family and all his friends that loved Tommy . To know Tommy was to love Tommy . He will Be Forever missed . "