Obituary of Harry A. Monroe

WESTFIELD - Keith F. Matteson, age 74, of Spring Street, died Saturday, August 10, 2013 at Absolut Care of Westfield after an extended illness with his family by his side. Mr. Matteson was born June 22, 1939 in Hamlet, NY and was the son of the late Lyle A. and Ruth (Porter) Matteson. . Keith served in the U.S. Army from 1962 to 1968 in the reserves. After leaving the military, he went to college and received an education in teaching. He married the love of his life, Judith Ann James on July 15, 1961 in Falconer, New York, together they raised two sons and resided in Brocton, NY. Keith was employed by the Brocton Central Schools for 24 years as the Industrial Arts Teacher retiring in 1994. Following his retirement he continued using his gifted talent in wood -working and craftsmanship and along with his brother Boyd, they built 53 homes by Matteson Construction. Keith also installed several television antennas in the area along with the help from his sons. He was also certified in the officiating of high school football and basketball associations. Keith belonged to the Loyal Order of Moose Lodge #118 in Westfield since 1972, The Vikings Club, the War Vets, and the American Legion. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Judith Ann(James) Matteson , their two sons: Rodney (Debra) Matteson of Deltona, Fla. and DC.Randy (Dr. Kristin) Matteson of Getzville, NY; and their eight wonderful grandchildren, Travis , Samantha, Jessica, Rachel, Sydney , Carter, Owen, and Cyrus Matteson. Also survived by his sister Sally (Jon) Saff and one brother, Boyd (Mary Lou) Matteson. Keith was predeceased by his brother, Thomas Matteson. Calling hours will be held at the ____________________________________________from ___________and ____________ followed by a memorial service on______________ at the Bemus Point Methodist Church, Bemus-Ellery Rd. Bemus Point, NY with____________________ officiating. Burial will be in the Westfield Cemetery, Westfield, NY. Memorial contributions may be made on Keith's behalf to ________________________________________________. To leave the Matteson family a message of sympathy, please log onto masonfuneral.com. Arrangements have been entrusted with the MASON Funeral Home, 37 Clinton Street, Westfield, New York 14787. WESTFIELD - Harry A. Monroe, age 66, of Bird St., Westfield, died Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at Buffalo General Hospital of Buffalo, NY. Harry was born on April 26, 1947 in Westfield, NY, the son of the late Simon and Myrtle (Simpson) Monroe. He served in the US Army during the Vietnam war. He retired from NYS DOT, Mayville,. (INSERT HARRY'S "Story here) Ex. Schooling, Jobs, Hobbies, awards, accolades...etc. He is survived by his wife: Claudia A.(Gonser) Monroe , whom he married on April 26, 1974 in Hamburg, NY, his daughter: Karlyn E. Monroe of White Plains, NY and his son: Simon F. Monroe IV of Westfield, NY. Harry is further survived by his sister in law, Dolores (Gruppa) Monroe of FL, as well as many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his brother , Simon "Ike" F. Monroe. Friends may call at the MASON Funeral Home on Tuesday, May 28, 2013 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM and are invited to attend a graveside service will be held 12:00 pm on Wednesday, May 29, 2013 at Union Cemetery, Rt. 20 East, Westfield, NY with Rev. Thayne Bodenmiller officiating. Memorials may be made to Centaur Stride Therapeutic Horseback Riding, PO Box 147, Westfield, NY 14787.