Mathew-Jon Alexander Gayle
January 3, 1993 - August 25, 2024
Mathew-Jon Alexander Gayle entered this world on January 3, 1993 and exited on Sunday, August 25, 2024.
Mathew was born in St. Andrew, Jamaica West Indies, and was adopted by his mom, Dorette Gayle, at nine weeks. The family lived in Kingston and St. Catherine until he migrated to Florida at the age of 9.
While in Florida he excelled in minor league football and also earned numerous trophies and a black belt in karate. He played the violin and piano at his church. At age 12, he accepted the Lord Jesus as his personal Savior and became a member of Margate Moravian Church.
In the summer of 2008, he transferred from Florida to Delaware where he attended and graduated from the Mount Pleasant High School. He continued his education at Delaware Technical Community College and the Art Institute in Philadelphia, where he pursued a course of study in Audio Engineering. Playing video games and maneuvering on the computer was his passion. Mathew worked as a salesperson for several energy companies and he loved his job. In his words, he loved helping people.
Mathew-Jon was the life of the party, according to his friends. He loved the water, whether in the pool or beach, he soared. He was compassionate, good humored, and respectful to people who met this young man.
Mathew-Jon will be greatly missed by his numerous family and friends; mom, Dorette; son, Julian; uncles and aunts, Claude and Dawn, Andrea, Garth and Shelley, Jacquie, Everald, Lorraine, and Auntie Berdie; cousins, Samara and David, Michelle, Kenni and Ainsley, Ilia, Orville, Ashlei and Quaian; and his childhood caregiver, Tricia Gordon.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 10 am until 11 am on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at Good Shepherd Baptist Church, 2274 Porter Road, Bear, DE 19701, where a celebration of life will begin at 11 am. A repast will follow in the fellowship hall.
Any family members or friends who are unable to attend the service for Mathew-Jon may live stream the service by clicking here.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mathew-Jon’s memory to Good Shepherd Baptist Church, at the address listed above or online by clicking here.
Pearl Barnett-Forte
Deepest condolences to Dorette and family on the passing of your beloved son
I know you are asking why, but God alone knows the answer. Just rest assured that he is in a better place; no more pain nor crying. He is at rest. May his soul rest in peace.
Nyron Cameron
MJ, my sincere condolences to your family. We certainly do miss you, may your soul Rip.
Weida Saddler
Dearest Dorrette,
My heart is shattered for you as I process the loss of your precious son, Matthew – Jon.
I cannot imagine depth of your sorrow.
Please know that you’re not alone in your grief. Hold on to the cherished memories, laughter, and moments you shared with him. May these memories bring you comfort and peace.
You and your family are in my thoughts, prayers, and heart. May God’s love and grace surround you during this very difficult time.
With love and deepest condolences.
Weida Saddler.
Covenant Moravian Church
Jamaica.
Ethnie
My sincere condolences 🙏 to the family. May God’s blessings comfort you at this time.
Sherena white
I’m so sorry aunty!! May god give your heart peace at this time.
Love you xxxxx
Pet Spence
Although I have never met Mathew, I have been a friend of his mom since we were both at Ballard’s Valley Primary. Mathew is the apple of her eye. My heart goes out to Dor and Julian.
Judith White
My deepest condolences to the family
I will be praying for strength in these difficult moments ❤️❤️🙏🏿🙏🏿
DWIGHT B JONES
On behalf of my family, we sympathize, wishes condolences and encourages strength during this bereavement period.
Ruth Redwood
My heartfelt condolences to Dorette and the entire family.
May our Heavenly Father comfort and strengthen you during this difficult time.
I will be praying for you.
Ruth Redwood
🙏🏾💕💕💕💕
Gary Watson
Dor,
My heartfelt condolences to you and the rest of the family in your unfathomable loss of your son. Know that Our Father understands this pain and will comfort you through the power of His Spirit as he sees The Son in you. You are His own possession.
Blessed love in Christ
Gary and family
Doriel Culpepper
On the behalf of my son and I .we extend our deepest condolences to Ms.Dorette.
You’re in our prayers and thoughts. I know how much love you had for your son Mathew . and I pray God give you comfort and strength at this very difficult time. May he rest in peace.
Jeanette Bent
O sweet Mathew gone too soon son. I think God call all the good ones soon. God pick you out to put in his beautiful garden. Dor so sorry my love for your loss. He will be your shining Star. Much love to you, there is ent world to explain how I feel for you. Stay strong.🇨🇦💚🙏❤️🇯🇲
Pauline Brown
Our deepest condolences from my family and Redeemer Moravian Church. where Matthew was our baby until until he migrated with mom Dorette.God knows your pain Dor. but his promise is sure and he will take care of you.Love always. Pauline Brown, and the Redeemer Family
Carolin Thomas-Boyd
Dorette. Sending you love and hugs and nuff prayers your way. I can’t imagine…. But I know God is with you. He is more than able to get you through this. Love you my sister. 🫂😓
Glen Taylor
Rest in peace Matthew 🙏
Evette Campbell
May the God of peace cover Dorette and family during this difficult time of bereavement.
May Matthew-Jon soul rest in peace and rise to glory.
Dr. Janell Alexander
My sincere condolences to the family. Matthew-Jon will be fondly remembered for his pleasant demeanor and his love of learning. As his 3rd grade teacher it was a pleasure having him in class. He is certainly missed.
Keturah Saddler-Heaps
Mathew-Jon, may you rest in peace❤️.
Thelma Lewis
It is with real sadness to hear of Matthew’s passing. I want to convey my true sincere condolences to Dorette, his mom and the host of relatives that will miss him forever.
May his soul rest in peace..
Linda Fannin
What a fantastic person he was I want to say why did God take him but maybe God need them up there I feel so bad. Such a great person has passed.
Deloris Powell
Ms. Gayle, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. You have my deepest sympathy for the loss of your son. Praying for your healing in this time of sorrow.
Mrs. Powell…..
Patricia Nicholas
My Dear Sis. Dorette, please accept my condolences on the passing of your son, Matthew-Jon.
I pray God will continue to Bless, comfort and strengthen you and your family at this time of bereavement. May His Soul Rest In Peace. 🙏🙏🙏💞
Omar Thomas
Sincere condolences to aunt Dorrette and the rest of the family. We are praying for you!
Kaywana Buckley
I will always remember Mathew-Jon’s big smile. He was always smiling and ready to have fun during childhood. I will always cherish those memories. Auntie Dorette and the Gayle family you are all in my heart and prayers.
Cierra
Sending my deepest condolences to his family. I met Mat in High school, he was always nice and funny. This is so sad to me I’m praying for his family. Gone too soon such a good person RIP MAT!!!
Mica White
Mica and Mark White
Dor,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved son Mathew- Jon. We cannot imagine your pain. Our condolences to you and your family. May God give you all strength in this time of sadness RIP MATHEW-JON
Joan walker
Sending sincere prayers for you. My thoughts towards you are for comfort and peace in this critical.
Anna Wisdom
Sincere condolences to Dorrette and family.
May you experience the strength and comfort from our God to carry you through this very difficult journey.
My prayers are with you.
Nella jade
My condolences ❤️🩹 Mat was very loved and will truly be missed 🥺🪽
Arthur Celestin (Mrs. Sannon's friend)
Dear Mrs. Gayle,
Please accept all my deepest and profound sympathies and condolences. They come from the wounded heart of a father who lost his firstborn son three years ago. It is my clear understanding that only God and His Holy Spirit can bring you the true internal peace and comfort necessary in these moments of grieving and mourning as He did for me. May His grace, love and peace surround you day and night like a shield. I will definitely continue to keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Stay strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. He will strengthen you for sure. Shalom!
Arlene Crawford
Ms. Gayle, Amaris, Oskar, Liv and I are really sorry about Matthew’s passing. I
Will continue to pray for your strength in days and years ahead. God is with you.
Sincerely,
Arlene Crawford
Dr. Alison Allen
Mathew Jon, you left us too soon and my heart aches at your loss, but I take comfort in the wonderful landscape of memories, interactions with you created over the years. Your beautiful smile will be imprinted on my heart forever, and it was my honor to be your aunt. Be at rest dear one. You were well loved.
In the words of Helen Keller; “What we have once enjoyed we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes a part of us.” To Dorette, and the entire family please accept my deepest condolences.
~Sha
Deepest condolences 💐
To family & all Matts loved ones
HE WAS MY BF 💙 full of love, joy & energy MOST deff the brightest in any room, your truly be missed my luv rest easy 🕊️❤️
Tricia Gordon
My deepest condolence to miss gayle and family may my lovely MJ rest in heavenly peace .from his babysitter tricia Gordon