Charles Jenkins "Jenks" Mattingly Jr.

October 23, 1920 - August 2, 2007

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Services:
  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, August 7, 2007 at 10:00 AM in Our Lady of The Wayside Catholic Church,Chaptico, MD with Fr. Timothy Baer officiating. Interment will follow in Queen of Peace Cemetery, Helen, MD.

Visitation:
  The family will receive friends at the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Chapel on Monday, August 6, 2007 from 4:00-8:00 PM where prayers will be said at 7:00 PM followed by Optimist Prayers at 7:15 PM.
  Charles Jenkins "Jenks" Mattingly, Jr., 86, of Chaptico, MD died August 2, 2007 in St. Mary's Nursing Center. Born October 23, 1920 in Leonardtown, MD he was the son of the late Charles Jenkins and Agnes Gertrude Miles Mattingly, Sr. He was preceded in death by his wife Mary Loretta Gough Mattingly on January 8, 2005 in Washington Hospital Center, whom he married on June 27, 1942 in Chaptico, MD. He is survived by his children: Charles J. "Jenks" Mattingly, III and his wife Cathy of Hollywood, MD, Joseph G. "Mussie" Mattingly and his wife Patsy and William M. "Bill" Mattingly and his wife Patti all of Chaptico, MD, James E. "Ed" Mattingly and his wife Susan and Stephen D. "Stevie" Mattingly and his wife Shirley all of Mechanicsville, MD, Mary L. "Lori" Jantzen and her husband Tom of California, MD, Mary Anne McKinney and her husband Clarke of Leonardtown, MD and Robert B. "Bobby" Mattingly and his wife Tracy of Welcome, MD; siblings: Clement Miles Mattingly of Clements, MD, Ann Elizabeth Mattingly of VA, Margaret Elizabeth Potts of Leonardtown, MD, Mary Margaret Yowaiski and Joseph Clement Mattingly both of Chaptico, MD, Mary Ruth Brown of NM, Mary Jane Mattingly of Port Deposit, Mary Agnes Farrell of Compton, MD and Joan Frances Raley of Avenue, MD; 26 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by one grandchild: Stephen D. Mattingly, II. Mr. Mattingly was a life long St. Mary's County resident where he attended St. Mary's Academy. He worked as a liquor salesman for McCarthy-Hicks, Inc. and as a bailiff for the Circuit Court of St. Mary's County for 30 years until his retirement in 1985. Jenks was the past president of the Rocking Chair Softball League and a member of the 7th and Chaptico Districts Optimist Clubs. His hobbies were softball, playing cards and he enjoyed spending time with his family. The family will receive friends on Monday, August 6, 2007 from 4:00 - 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, where Prayers will be said at 7:00 PM followed by Optimist Prayers at 7:15 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, August 7, 2007 at 10:00 AM in Our Lady of the Wayside Catholic Church, Chaptico, MD with Fr. Timothy Baer officiating. Interment will follow in Queen of Peace Cemetery, Helen, MD. Pallbearers will be his 6 sons: Charles J. "Jenks" Mattingly, III, Joseph G. "Mussie" Mattingly, James E. "Ed" Mattingly, Stephen D. "Stevie" Mattingly, William M. "Bill" Mattingly and Robert B. "Bobby" Mattingly. Honorary Pallbearers will be his 2 daughters: Mary L. "Lori" Jantzen and Mary Anne McKinney. Contributions may be made to: Mechanicsville Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 15, Mechanicsville, MD 20659 and/or Stephen D. Mattingly, II Memorial Fund, 29435 Hearts Desire Drive, Mechanicsville, MD 20659. Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A.

Guestbook Signatures and Condolences

"Steve and Family, our prayers are with you all. God Bless."
- Joe and Jacque Brown
- Posted: Sunday, August 19, 2007

""Jenks & Family" Our prayers are with you."
- Paula & Bob Feldman
- Posted: Tuesday, August 14, 2007

"Jenks will be missed by a lot of people, but no one will ever forget him. I loved working with him at the OOA and "the old folks" loved him too"
- Frannie Hammett/ Steve Ramey
- Posted: Friday, August 10, 2007

"What beautiful memories both of your parents have left behind. Remain strong and as always, be there for each other."
- Sharon and Pat McWilliams
- Posted: Friday, August 10, 2007

"Jenks, Mussie and Eddie: We were very sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this time."
- Carl and Brenda Thompson
- Posted: Thursday, August 9, 2007

"Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Losing a loved one is never easy, but time does help to make the empty feeling hurt a little less. We are sorry that we did not know about the services for your father until it was too late for us to attend. "
- Marck and Carol Mulligan
- Posted: Wednesday, August 8, 2007

""We would like to send our condolences to the whole Mattingly family at this sad time. Both your Father and Mother were great friends to us, as we were new to this community, they made us feel welcome and part of their family. They will be truly missed by us, and never forgotten" "
- Dave & Cindy Miskolczi
- Posted: Tuesday, August 7, 2007

"Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.We know he will be missed ever so much."
- Paul& Kay White
- Posted: Tuesday, August 7, 2007

""Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you" "
- Judy & Phil Welch
- Posted: Tuesday, August 7, 2007

"To the Mattingly family. My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you all at this time of lose. He always made me feel important and was a truly a terrific person. God Bless you all"
- Tim Guy
- Posted: Tuesday, August 7, 2007

"Mussie, Eddie, Mary Ann, Jenks and all of your family, our deepest sympathy on the lost of your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you."
- Diane, Freddie Norris
- Posted: Tuesday, August 7, 2007

"To the Mattingly Family, My sympathy and prayers are with you all at this time."
- Marie Garner
- Posted: Monday, August 6, 2007

"Russell and I send our prayers and thoughts to each of you. Your Dad is with your Mom now. Take care of yourselves and stay close. Mary Agnes"
- Mary Agnes Plunkett
- Posted: Monday, August 6, 2007

"To the Mattingly Famiy: In these moments of sorrow, may you find peace, comfort, and hope. We will always have fond memories of Jenks and his big smile and hugs. God Bless you all. Bill and Janice"
- Bill and Janice Cummings
- Posted: Monday, August 6, 2007

"On behalf of the St. Mary's County Public Schools, our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Mattingly family during this difficult time. "
- Dr. Michael Martirano, Superintendent of Schools
- Posted: Monday, August 6, 2007

"Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of grief. One day, when we all get to heaven there will be no more grief. Praise God! Your father, grandfather will always be with you in your heart and in your mind. Your love for him and his for you will live on even though he has passed. May God bless each and everyone of you (and there are a lot of you) and bring you comfort during this time of Jenks' homegoing. Pop Pop was a character that I will remember forever. Especially his smile!"
- Sharon & Doug Pearce
- Posted: Monday, August 6, 2007

"Jenks, Mussie and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time."
- Son and Elaine Wood
- Posted: Monday, August 6, 2007

"Mary Anne and Family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of great loss. May you all find comfort in the fond memories of your Dad. With our sincerest condolences, Donna and Eric Brennan"
- Donna Brennan
- Posted: Monday, August 6, 2007

"TO THE MATTINGLY FAMILY, MY HEARTFUL SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU, YOU ARE ALL "SPECIAL" TO ME. JUST KEEP THE FAMILY TIES BURNING AND MAY THE PEACE OF THE LORD BE WITH YOU ALL. SINCERELY,"
- CINDY EMERSON
- Posted: Monday, August 6, 2007

"Saying good-bye to someone that you love is never easy, but knowing that he is with Jesus in paradise and that your Mom and Dad are together again can lessen the pain. My thoughts and prayers are with you all."
- Pam Mattingly
- Posted: Monday, August 6, 2007

"Jenks, Billy and Family, May God bless you and comfort you in your time of sorrow and may He welcome your Dad into His Kingdom. "
- Tim and Agnes Bennett
- Posted: Monday, August 6, 2007

"Jenks and Family - Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. You were blessed to have had your parents in your life for so many years. "
- Roger & Linda Rollins
- Posted: Monday, August 6, 2007

"Our thoughts are with you in you time of sorrow... Dickie, Ranee, Michael, Steven & Preston Johnson"
- Dickie Johnson
- Posted: Monday, August 6, 2007

"My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Mattingly family during this difficult time. Praying the fond memories of the past will bring you comfort and peace. "
- Mary Washington
- Posted: Monday, August 6, 2007

"May the Lord hold you all in His arms and comfort you during this most difficult time. You are all in our prayers."
- Bev & Tim Jeffas
- Posted: Monday, August 6, 2007

"My wife Kathleen and I would like to extend our deepest condolences to your family for the loss of your father. "
- Elliott Lawrence, Jr.
- Posted: Monday, August 6, 2007

"Jenks & Family. We are so sorry to here about your Dad, you are in our thoughts and prayers."
- Noodles & Crystal Nelson
- Posted: Monday, August 6, 2007

"Dearest Mattingly Family, It is with our deepest sympathy on the passing of your father. You will be in our prayers. May GOD be with you and your family members through this very difficult time, especially the grandchildren whom are sometimes confused about the passing of a grandfather? Let us all keep in mind our wishes to go to Heaven with the LORD in forever happiness and peace. Jenks, try to keep strong in this difficult time we are thinking of you. Nick & Sheryl "
- Nick & Sheryl Gibson
- Posted: Monday, August 6, 2007

"To Jenks & Family - my thoughts & prayers are with you at this time."
- Raoul Denton
- Posted: Monday, August 6, 2007

"My deepest sympathy to the family. Jenks will be missed by all who knew him. He was always had a friendly smile whenever you met him. You have your memories of both your mom and dad. Rest assured that they will be looking after all of you. God bless you all."
- Shirley Copado
- Posted: Monday, August 6, 2007

"I am sorry to hear of your lost. From our family to yours we all know that the Holy Angel came to grap Charles's hands and carry him unto the Lord. GOD will bless you in time of need. GOD BLESS all. O'Neil Family "
- Edward O'Neil
- Posted: Monday, August 6, 2007

"Kim and Bradley The Johnson family, Faye, Christian, Becky and me send our condolences to you on the passing of your Granddad. Our prayers are with you at this time....Matt"
- Matthew Johnson
- Posted: Sunday, August 5, 2007

"Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you."
- John & Janet Bateman
- Posted: Sunday, August 5, 2007

"Sorry to hear about your father jenks and your grand father cj. we will keep you in prayers. god bless you."
- Tim & Anne Vallandingham
- Posted: Sunday, August 5, 2007

"Mary Ann and family, I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing and know only too well what you are going through. Your father was a great man and is now at peace with your mother. Just know you are in my thoughts and prayers."
- Maggie Hayden-Stone
- Posted: Saturday, August 4, 2007

"Please accept our sincere sympathy on the passing of your Father and Grandfather. You are all in our prayers."
- Robin & Patrick Coll
- Posted: Saturday, August 4, 2007

"The Mattingly Family: My deepest sympathy goes out to you all. Jenks was a wonderful man whom I admired from childhood. He was always smiling and willing to help. I know you will miss him greatly, but remember all of the wonderful times you shared with him. He touched many people's lives and will not be forgotten. God Bless you all."
- Julie Hancock Guy
- Posted: Saturday, August 4, 2007

"Jenk's Family, Your family is in our prayers that the Lord will comfort you in this time of sorrow. Jenks was a good man and we know he is with the Lord and is happy. God bless you all and reflect on the great life you had with him."
- Billy and Susan Johnson
- Posted: Saturday, August 4, 2007

"Ed and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time."
- Southern Knights Car Club
- Posted: Friday, August 3, 2007

"My love, prayers, and deepest sympathy are with your family at this time. I first came to know the family through volunteering at St. Mary's Hospital, where I met Mary Loretta. You're a wonderful family and I'll be praying for you."
- Janet Sullivan
- Posted: Friday, August 3, 2007

"May your Family Be Blessed at this sad time. God Bless you All."
- Roy & Marie Buckler
- Posted: Friday, August 3, 2007

"Jenks & family, You have my deepest sympathy on the lose of your father. You & your family are in my thoughts and prayers."
- Gloria (Adams) Wilcox
- Posted: Friday, August 3, 2007

"I would like to send my deepest sympathy to the Mattingly Family. May he rest in peace."
- Buster Adams
- Posted: Friday, August 3, 2007

"The Mattingly Family: Skip & I wish to be among your many friends to offer our sympathy. Your father and I worked together when I was St. Mary's County 1st. Clerk of the District Court and he was a Court Commissioner. I have some wonderful memories of him. May your memories help ease the pain. Skip & I no longer live in St. Mary's County, we now live in Guntersville, Alabama, and will be unable to attend any of the services for him. He will be missed and mourned in the community. We will keep all of you in our prayers. May God bless each of you. Doris & Skip Jones Also to Margaret Yowaski, and Aggie Farrell, so sorry on the loss of your brother."
- Doris & Skip Jones
- Posted: Thursday, August 2, 2007

"Pop-Pop, We are so sad that you have left us but are glad that you are finally back with mom-mom where we know you want to be. We love you and will never forget you. We Love you!"
- Brad, Kim, and Zach Guy
- Posted: Thursday, August 2, 2007