HUDSON FALLS – Owen E. Matte, 89, of Hudson Falls, passed away on Wednesday, January 4, 2023, at the Fort Hudson Health Care Facility.
Born on October 30, 1933, in Whitehall, he was the son of the late John and Anna (Young) Matte.
Owen was a graduate of Whitehall Central School.
On November 15, 1952, he married Priscilla Sayers in Whitehall.
Owen was a loving and devoted family man who always put the Lord, his wife, and his children first. With his warm, outgoing, and loving personality, he easily connected with all people he met. Owen was a member of the “Fun Band” for over 20 years and that brought joy to all who heard the band. Also, he was a member of the church choir for several decades. When you met Owen, you left as a friend of Owen, he loved everyone and everyone loved him. Owen loved to sing and dance and he enjoyed life to the fullest. If you found yourself at a party with Owen, you know he was always the life of the party, and his exuberant personality shone through!
Owen worked for General Electric Company in Hudson Falls and Fort Edward until his retirement after 47 years of service.
He was a communicant of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls and a member of the Fun Band for over 20 years. In his spare time, he enjoyed painting and gardening.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Priscilla Matte, his grandchildren, Rachel Wells and Thomas Wells, Jr., and his siblings, Paul, John, Earl, Mark, Carl and Joan.
Owen is survived by his children, Owen (Cindy) Matte, Jr. of Huntersville, NC, Debra (Brad) Bernard of Sandy Springs, GA, Pamela (Tom) Wells of Argyle, Peter Matte of St. Albans, VT, Mary Matte of Queensbury, and James Matte (Christopher Beck) of New York City; 14 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; his brother Joel (Linda) Matte of Hartford, and several, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Calling hours will be on Thursday, January 12, 2023, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.
Owen’s Funeral Mass will be conducted on Friday, January 13, 2023, at 11 a.m., at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church on the Park in Hudson Falls.
The Rite of Committal will be at St. Paul’s Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury at the convenience of the family.
Owen’s family would like to thank the nurses and all staff on G Wing at Fort Hudson Health Care Facility for the loving care they provided Owen during his time as a resident.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations made to Fort Hudson Foundation, 319 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY 12828, or via their website: https://www.forthudson.com/foundation/.
I’m very sorry to hear of Owen’s passing. He was my Forman at General Electric many years ago and I could not say enough good things about him. His warm personality was enjoyed by everyone that knew him. He never forgot a face and it was a joy to meet up with him at Moreau Community Centers fun band many years later What a great singing voice! Condolences to everyone in his family.
You will be greatly missed
My deepest condolences to all of the Matte family. Your dad & my dad were close friends for a very long time. Your dad was so grateful he had the chance to sing at my dad’s funeral. I thank you, Owen. Godspeed.
Linda Gleason Michaud & family
So sorry to hear about Owens passing, he will be greatly missed.
WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE MATTE FAMILY!! RIP OWEN!!
I played piano for the Moreau Fun Band, and Owen was so nice to work with. Everyone loved him. I’ll never play “I Did it My Way” or Whiffinpoof Song without remembering Owen and his big grin!
So sorry to hear of Owen’s passing. I will always remember him with a smile on his face, a song in his heart and a dance in his feet.