Matthew R. Thomas
August 31, 1990 - September 18, 2026
Matthew R. Thomas, age 36, of North East, MD, passed away on Friday, September 18, 2026.
Born in Newark, DE on August 31, 1990, he was a son of Gwendolyn (Couden) Thomas and the late James M. Thomas. He graduated from North East High School in 2009. He was an Ironworker for Union 399. He was one of hardest working men you have ever met without a complaint. He loved helping others any chance he could. If you knew Matthew, anytime you asked him for help, you likely heard him say, more times than you can count, “Gotcha, Gotcha” or “Yes Sir”.
Those words will forever sound like him and bring a smile, a laugh, and a little piece of Matthew back to us.
Matthew lived a life marked by compassion, quiet strength, generous spirit and deep devotion to family and touched countless lives. He brought an unmatched gentleness and warmth to every room he entered. He was quiet, deeply kind, and always the first to offer a comforting word or a helping hand. He leaves behind a legacy of pure compassion and will be forever cherished. He enjoyed guns, golfing, riding, gaming, movies, adventure, fun and laughter. He was a person who never met a stranger and would give you the shirt off his back. He cared deeply for everyone. He loved Jesus, family and friends more than anything.
Matthew was preceded in death by his father, James M. Thomas; grandparents, Robert & Florisse (Coleman) Thomas, and Norman & Mildred (Lindell) Couden; and many aunts, uncles and relatives. He is survived by his mother, Gwendolyn Thomas; siblings, Tammy L. Wade (Brooks) of North East, MD, Michael A. Thomas (Cinda) of Elkton, MD, and Holly G. Temple (Dan) of Newark, DE; nephews, Jaxson and Carter; nieces, Baylie (Micah) Addyson, Hayden, Mayson, Brielle and Taylor; great niece, Josie; and aunts, uncles, cousins and more.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 9 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 121 West Park Place, Newark, DE, where a funeral service will begin at 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery, 6001 Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington, DE.
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Suzanne and Jeremy Leffew
I first met Matthew when he was 3 at a birthday party for Tammy. He was the sweetest child with the kindest eyes! Thankful to have watched him grow over the years into the amazing man. We love your family and are praying for you all at this time
Ryan Coleman
I met Matt as an apprentice Ironworker. I was eating lunch alone and he welcomed me to sit with him. After lunch I knew I found a new friend. Worked side by side with Matt for about 6-7 years. Never saw him angry and never heard him speak negatively. Matt was fantastic at keeping me calm and realistic about the tough days. He was truly the model of a golden heart.
Beyond sorry for your loss.
GOTCHA GOTCHA!
Chelsey Gobble
Words can’t begin to describe what you guys are going through or feeling. Prayers with you guys always. Love you guys! ♥️
Penny Sacks
Matthew, you were one of the kindest Young men I ever knew in my life we work together at Hollywood casino perryville. We had so much fun at the casino. May you rest in peace my friend. Please keep your wings tight on your family and friends as I will be praying for them. R. I. P. 🪽🙏🪽
Kathee Quigley
Holly my deepest condolences to you and your family on the passing of your brother. Too young for him to leave you💔
Edna &Reggie Shaw
We are so sorry for your loss. Matt was a really nice person. Please accept our sincere condolences. 🙏🙏🙏🙌
Charlene Price
Dear Tammy, Mike… and the rest of the family..
The kids and I send our condolences to you.
We know your hearts are troubled and we know your pain all too well.
Praying for the continued peace that only heaven can bring to you now in your grieving.
We love you Tammy.
Praying for you all.
You will see him in a new light ✨️
Charlene, Logan, Jack, and Annalee.
Denise Brown
Words can not express how very heartbreaking it is to lose someone so special. Big hugs and prayers for the family and friends
Michael Connelly
RIP Matthew. At one point in my life you were the little brother I never had. You and your family will always have a spot in my heart! My condolences to all his family & friends 🙏🏻
Jason Crook
My deepest condolences and sympathy for your loss. His spirit will forever be in your hearts and memories will forever remain.
Mark Matthews
Gwen,Mike, Tammy and Holly I was saddened to hear about Matthew He was a very good man like his dad .He will be missed greatly my prayers are with you all I love your family and miss seeing you all I send my warmest and heart felt condolences may our Lord comfort you and give you the strength in this great time sorrow Love you all
Melanie Potter
Prayers to the entire family and friends. May God ease your pain and may you find comfort he is in heaven with his dad. So sorry for your loss, its tragic and heartbreaking. Prayers God will see you all through.
Carl miller
It was a pleasure to work with one of the kindest people I have ever meant I my entire life.I would send Matt over to get that he would try to carry everything one shot he would bring a cooler full of water give it out to everybody. Matt always cared about everybody he will be missed in a lot of hearts. Prayers go out to the family.and friends and everybody in Devon. Construction.love you matt
Tera couden
He was great guy he was an awesome cousin he will be missed but not forgotten I love you cuz rest in peace I love you so much
Joe Scott
To the family and friends Matt was one of the few people that I was always happy to see when he wouldcome tie my rebar always polite would do anything and never complained my condolences to the Thomas family huge loss so sorry what a great person for the family and world to lose ❤️❤️
Richard Barrett jr
Farewell my friend and RIP. Intill we meet again on the other side.
Mathew was a good friend and coworker of mine. Definitely one of the nicest and kind hearted friend I knew. Rest easy.