BORN

1920

DIED

2013

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Gary L. Kaufman Funeral Home at Meadowridge Memorial Park

7250 Washington Blvd

Elkridge, Maryland

Celebrating the life of Bertha Matyas Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 14, 2013.

On January 14, 2013 Bertha "Bea" Matyas (nee Davidovics) of Baltimore died at the age of 92. Mrs. Matyas was the beloved wife of the late John Matyas; devoted mother of Barbara Reeves and her husband Art, John Matyas and his wife Lynn, Robert Matias and his wife Tammy and Joan Smothers and her husband David; loving grandmother of Allison, Brittany, Brandon, Hannah, Madison, John Matt, Patricia and Kathryn; cherished great-grandmother of Logan, Alex and Lucas; dear sister of Betty Waltman and the late Col. Stephen David; Also survived by 7 nieces and nephews.
A Memorial Service will be celebrated at St. Augustine Church, 5976 Old Washington Road, Elkridge, MD 21075, on Saturday, March 9, 2013 at 11:00am. In lieu of flowers, donations in Mrs. Matyas' memory can be made to the Caritas House, 3308 Benson Avenue, Balto., MD 21227.

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January 21, 2013

Sallye and Bud Gilbert

Barb, so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Our condolences go out to you and Art and the rest of your family. May wonderful memories of your mother's love help you through this time.

January 20, 2013

Ed Zajac

John and Family, my sympathies to you and all your families on the passing of your mother

January 20, 2013

Susan Solomon Andrews

A feeling of great melancholy washed over me as I received the news of the passing of your mother. Walking into your home in the old Buckeye Road neighborhood in Cleveland always meant being met with warmth -- and incredible smells from the kitchen. Losing a loved one is difficult, but the loss of a mother is a singular experience when that mother/child bond is forever changed. You were blessed to have her for so many years, and oh, how blessed was she to have children who cared for her during her long life! My prayers go out to you, Barb, and your family.

January 19, 2013

Mary Meek

Barb and family - we were all sadden to hear the news about your Mom. She was a very sweet person. My daughters loved her and I enjoyed the couple of times we got to sit and chat. I'm sure she will be dearly missed. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers and please let us know if there is anything we can do. Love, Mary Beth, Frank, Samantha & Shelby Meek

January 19, 2013

Marlene Johnson

Barb:
I am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. I did have the opportunity to meet her and found her to be a loving and kind person. I know you will miss her but she'lll be forever in your heart. May God bless you and grant you peace. I love you. Marlene

January 19, 2013

Judy Mauriello

Barb,
I am so sorry about your mother's death. From all of the stories that you have told me, I know that she was a wonderful person and that she will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

January 19, 2013

Barbara Ann matyas

I am so sorry your Mom left you for heaven. I know you will miss her. My childhood memories of her are that she was always smiling and laughing. She was kind to me and I always liked her a lot. Love to your whole family. Barb

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