Thomas Francis Matzen, 76, of Lothian passed away August 27, 2026. He was born to the late Francis and Helen Matzen on September 15, 1949. Tom graduated from Oxon Hill High School, Class of 1976, and attended Prince George’s Community College. He married his late wife, June, on December 30, 1984. Tom was a Deputy Director of the Prince George’s County Department of Environmental Resources and retired from that position in 2011. He was also an active member and Volunteer Chief of the Harwood Lothian Volunteer Fire Department for many years. The family is very thankful for the tremendous support of friends, neighbors, and family for their help before Tom’s passing. Additionally, the family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated help of friends and family during his health decline before his passing.
Tom was preceded in death by his wife in 2023 and his brother Joseph in 2024. He is survived by one sister Carol Matzen, two stepchildren, Jackie Hyde (Herbert “Brownie”) and Gary Ryan (Denise), four grandchildren, Jonathan Ryan, Jenn Ryan (Ian), Jordan Ryan and Bryan Hyde (Shayna), and two great-grandchildren, Abby and Austin Hyde.
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Frances Ayres
September 2 – Obituary: Thomas Francis Matzen
Tom was a hardworking and kind person. He always was available to help family or friends with their problems. He could fix just about anything.
Most importantly Tom loved my sister, June, and took very good care of her. Together they loved their dogs, Samantha, Daisy, and Matilda and a feral cat, named Phantom. Tom built a house for him with carpeted floor, a heater and a custom feeding station.
Tom was such a blessing to our family. And I must mention. Tom has gone on to be with June in a place prepared for them according to God’s promise. I will join them one day. Tom, I’ll see you in the morning!
Linda Morgan
September 2 – Obituary: Thomas Francis Matzen
Im so sorry to hear Mr. Matzen has passed away. I met Mr. Matzen when I worked in Site Development he was one of the best people I had ever worked for. I know he is at peace now and with loving wife. May God bless you and keep you and your family in his loving care
Jeanne Work
August 30 – Obituary: Thomas Francis Matzen
Tom was a wonderful man in many ways. I came to know him when I worked for him at DOE many years ago. As time went on Tom and June became very good friends. We had many lunch dates and visits in which we chatted about everything for hours. He will truly be missed🥲
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