George E. VanMatre, Jr.
August 22, 1928 - August 20, 2011
George E. Van Matre, Jr. passed away on August 20, 2011 after a brief battle with Cancer, surrounded by his loving family and many friends. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Patricia Ross Van Matre, his brother Trent of Pensacola, children Debra Barineau (Tim), Jim Van Matre (Karen), Judy van Matre, and Patti King, as well as seven grandchildren, one great-grandson, and many nieces and nephews. Born in Pensacola, George spent the majority of his life as a resident of the Gulf Breeze Community. He served in the United States Air Force and retired from NAS, Pensacola as a civil serviceman. By all who knew him, George was a Godly man, a loving husband and father, a loyal friend, and a patriot. He will be greatly missed. The funeral service will be held at East Brent Baptist Church on Thursday August 25, 2011 at 11:00am. Visitation for friends will begin at 9:30am. The funeral will be conducted by Dr. Dale Patterson, Pastor of East Brent Baptist Church. Burial services will immediately follow at Barrancas National Cemetery. Faith Chapel Funeral Home South is in charge of Funeral Arrangements. Condolences may be expressed online at www.fcfhs.com Visitation: Visitation for friends and family will be at East Brent Baptist Church. Service: Funeral service will be at East Brent Baptist Church.
George E. Van Matre, Jr. passed away on August 20, 2011 after a brief battle with Cancer, surrounded by his loving family and many friends. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Patricia Ross Van Matre, his brother Trent of Pensacola, children... View Obituary & Service Information