John F. "Teeny Boy" Mattingly
October 10, 1931 ~ February 22, 2014
Services:
A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Thursday, February 27, 2014 at 10:00AM in St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Compton, MD with Father Tom Crowley officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Mary's, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, February 26, 2014 from 5:00PM to 8:00PM with prayers recited at 7:00PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD.
John Freeman “Teeny Boy” Mattingly, Jr., 82, of Compton, MD passed away at his residence on February 22, 2014. Born on October 10, 1931 in Compton, MD, he was the son of the late Agnes Elizabeth Bowles Mattingly, and John Freeman Mattingly, Sr. Teeny Boy was the loving husband of Claudia Lee Bussler Mattingly whom he married on June 6, 1958 in St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church Compton, MD. Teeny Boy is survived by his children; Lisa Mattingly Martin, Dana Mattingly Porter (Jim), John Hugh “Boone” Mattingly all of Leonardtown, MD. , Grandchildren; Jena and Joseph Martin, Jaclyn Porter all of Leonardtown, MD, and Chelsea and Devin Mattingly of Hollywood, MD. Siblings; Agnes Elizabeth Browning of Lexington Park, MD, Joseph Wade Mattingly, Joseph Donald Mattingly (Ann), Dorothy Elizabeth McFadden (Jim) all of Compton, MD, Mary Catherine Sipe (Art) of Dallastown, PA, Catherine Noema Hutzell of Petersburg, VA, and Genevieve Hunt (Joe) of Mechanicsville, MD. He was preceded in death by his brother James Aubrey Mattingly. Teeny Boy graduated from the St. Mary’s Academy on 1951; he was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County, MD and served in the United States Air Force. He worked as a Police Officer for the Maryland Department of Natural Resources for 36 years retiring on February 1, 1994.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, February 26, 2014 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, February 27, 2014 at 10:00 AM in St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church Compton, MD with Father Thomas Crowley officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Pallbearers; Devin Mattingly, Boone Mattingly, Jim Porter, Bubby Spalding, Donald Mattingly, Joseph Martin, and Roger Bussler.
Contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Mary’s P.O. Box 625 Leonardtown, MD 20650.
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“Claudia and family, May you find courage to face the days ahead,and hold those loving memories in your heart. Sending my sympathy and prayers.”
“We were sorry to hear of Teeny Boy passing…”
“Claudia and family, We are so sorry to hear of Teeny boys passing. He always had a smile and a story to tell Bunky and I. You and your family will be in our prayers. We will not be able to make the services but you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. “
“Claudia and family..so sorry to hear of Teeney Boy’s passing. He is now free of pain and wrapped in the arms of God. You are in our thoughts and prayers.”
“”Claudia and Family” so sorry to hear about Teeny Boy’s passing. At least he’s in Gods hands now with no more pain and suffering. He will be in my thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace.”
“Another classmate leaves us. I am so sorry to hear, Claudia. He fought the best he could. Wish that I could take the sadness from you, but I can’t. This we have to face on our own, but it does help to have a shoulder to cry on. Love to your family “
“Dana, Lisa, and Mattingly family, I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very sad time. May all the beautiful memories you have help to comfort you through the days to come.”
“Claudia and family. We were sorry to hear of Teeny Boy passing. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Francis and Dottie “
“I love you Pop and I miss you. You will always be my angel and fill my heart with love. The rest of the family misses you too!”
“To the Mattingly Family: So sorry to learn of the death of John F. “Teeney Boy”. I worked with him for several years with the District Court of Maryland for St. Mary’ County. I always found him to be professional, he enjoyed his job, and was always courteous. I’m sorry that I no longer live in St. Mary’s County, now live in Florida and will be unable to attend any of the services for him. The family will be in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless each of you, Doris & Skip Jones”
“Claudia, Dana & Lisa and Boone: We are so sorry for your loss. He is free of suffering now and is in a serene place. Every time I look at my front door, with its etched sparkling glass, I will think of him. He will be in my thoughts and prayers. Take Care.”
“Claudia, so sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.”
“Miss Claudia, Lisa, Dana, Boone, and the rest of the family, I am so sorry to hear about Teeny Boy. He was a wonderful man, one of a kind, and will be greatly missed. All my thoughts and prayers to you all.”
“Claudia and family, We are so sorry to hear of Teeny boy’s passing. He was a wonderful man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love to all.”
“Dana, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. “
“Claudia and family. I am very sorry of your loss. may he rest in peace”
“Dear Claudia and family, Our prayers are with you in your loss. The God of the Mountain is still God in the Valley. “
“Lisa and family, Thinking of you during this most difficult time. May you find comfort in the days ahead. “
“So sorry for your loss. I know how hard this has been on all of you and hope that you are comforted knowing he is resting peacefully now. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.”
“God bless the entire Mattingly Family at this difficult time. It is so difficult to say goodbye to someone that is so important and so loved. You all will be in my prayers.”
“Aunt Claudia, Lisa, Dana, & Boone. So sorry to hear of Uncle Teeny Boy’s passing. I know he will be missed terribly, but may the happy memories you have help to heal your heavy hearts. May God bless you all. “
“Dana and family members, it is never easy to say goodbye to your love one, because they are such a part of your day to day life. May your memories and knowing he is in God’s hands now give you comfort and in time peace. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Rita Pegg and Family”
“Dana, I’m so sorry for your lost and my thoughts and prayers are with you. The Lord is close to those whose hearts are breaking. Psalm 34:18a”
“Lisa, Dana and family; I am so sorry to hear of your father’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.”
“Dana, my prayers go to you and your family in this time of grief. May you find comfort in knowing that your father is in a better place. God Bless.”
“Dana & Family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.”
“Lisa,Dana. So sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Be thankful for all the wonderful memories that you have of him. He will always be with you in spirit. May God bless each and every one in your family. “
“Teeny Boy was a wonderful man and such a good friend to our family. He was fun to be around we always had many laughs when he came to visit at my parents. We will all miss him very much. Keeping the family in our prayers.”
“Dear Claudia and Family, Our prayers go out to you during this difficult time. We have many good memories of laughing with Teeny Boy. He will be missed.”
“Lisa, Dana and Mattingly family, I am so sorry for your loss and offer my condolences. Your family are in my prayers. “
“Dear Claudia and family, Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Aunt Claudia, Lisa, Dana and Boone. So saddened to hear of Uncle Teeny Boy’s passing, I know how much you loved him and how much he will be missed. My thoughts and prayer are with you. “
“I was very saddened to learn of your loss. Be comforted that he is now at peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you. “
“Dana, Sorry to hear the news of your dad passing away. It was so nice talking with you in the hospital that Friday afternoon and I truly hope you are finding comfort in your thought that he is in a better place now. May that thought and your loving memories get you through this very difficult time. “
“Claudia, Lisa and family, So very sorry to hear of your loss. We are praying for God’s peace for you and your family now and in the days ahead. “
“To the Mattingly Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all.”
“Dana, Lisa and family. So sorry for your loss. Freddie and I are praying for your dad.”
“”Our condolences to the Mattingly family. We will remember you in our prayers. May your many memories comfort and console you.” “
“Claudia and family, So sorry to hear about Teeny Boy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are in FL and will not be able to attend the services; but, we will be thinking about you and praying for Teeny Boy. Take care.”
“Dear Claudia and family, My sympathy and prayers are with you all during this heart breaking time.”
“”Teeny Boy (Pop) will be missed by all who knew him.I will always cherish our talks over lunch when he worked on our house and sitting around the picnic table eating the best hard crabs around! Those were the best calls, Pop went out crabbing and caught some nice crabs! Lets not forget a out his amazing garden! I will take comfort in knowing that my son will have another person to look after him in heaven. Please know that im thinking about all of you during this difficult time.””
“Claudia, Lisa, Dana % John,my heartfelt sympathy to you and your families. May Teeny Boy rest in peace now with out the suffering. May your memories help you through this sorrowful time. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace.”
“Mrs. Mattingly, Lisa, Dana and Boone, I am so truly sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Although it’s difficult today to see beyond the sorry, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.”
“Lisa and Family; So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time.”
“Claudia,Lisa,Dana,Boone and family. We are so very sorry to hear about (Dad)Teeney Boy .He was a great man . We had alot of great times together in the garage. I will never forget that . May God bless you all . Rest in Peace Teeney Boy. Tony and Wanda Norris”
“Lisa, Dana, and Family, So sorry to hear about your Dad. Your dad was a classmate of my mothers. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. “
“Claudia and family, I am so sorry for your loss! Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers. As long as you have Teeney Boy in your heart, he will always be with you. Sending my love and GOD Bless!”
“I’m so sorry for your loss my prayers are with you and your family.”
“Dana, May you and your family find peace in the Lord during this time of loss.”
“Claudia and Family – Wayne and I are so sorry to hear of Teeny Boy’s passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. “
“Claudia and all the family,so sorry to hear of Teeney Boys passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.”
“Dana, Lisa and Mattingly family; my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. God bless you all.”
“Dana and family. So sorry to hear of your loss. No words can take away your pain, but know that he is in a better place and no longer suffering. Keeping everyone in my prayers and thoughts. Cherish all your memories.”
“Please accept the most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Our prayers and love are with you forever.”
“To the Mattingly Family; My condolences, thoughts and prayers are sent your way.”
“Lisa and Mattingly family: Sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. “
“To Dana, Jim, Jacklyn and the rest of the Mattingly Family. No words will be able to help but at least I wanted you to know I was thinking about you and you are all in my thoughts. I have known Mr. Mattingly for many years and he will truly be missed. Dana I know back in the day we would sit back at FAW complaining about getting out of school but all we learned from those nuns will be handy now because at these moments only faith will get you through it. God Bless…. “
“Claudia &Family, I have known Teeny Boy for most of my life. We went through elementary and high school together.”
“Claudia,Dana,Lisa and Boone; Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and all of your family at this very difficult time. He will surely be missed! Know that he is in heaven with our Heavenly Father and that you will see him again one day. Love to you all…Billy and Gail “
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time.”
“Dana – so very sorry for the loss of your father. May you and your family find peace in knowing he is in a better place and free of suffering.”
“Dana and family, I hope that warm memories of your father will bring you comfort during this tragic time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Buddy will be missed.”
“Lisa Dana Chelsea and family The heart remembers most what it has loved best. All your memories will get you through this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.”
“Claudia, Lisa, Dana and family: Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Hopefully all the good times you had together as a family and the remembrance of those times will help get you through these difficult days and months ahead. May God bless you all.”
“Dana, I am sorry about the loss of your father. My thoughts are with you. Keep the good memories close to your heart. “
“Dana, Claudia and Family; So sorry to hear about your daddy. God Bless you’ll.”
“Teeny Boy was a co- worker of mine with the NRP. My condolences go out to the family, and I offer my prayers for the passing of their loved one. Teeny Boy was a well-respected Sgt. with the NRP, and he was always a pleasure to have as a coworker during my time spent in ST. Mary’s County. He had vast knowledge of the conservation and boating side at work, and was always willing to lend a hand to a younger officer to help them serve the Citizens of Maryland, and protect the resource for future generations. Brad Borden,Cody, WY “
“Claudia,family,and many friends – our sincerst sympathy. He was a wonderful person and we know he will be greatly missed. Please be assured of our love, thoughts and prayers too.”
“Claudia and family; So sorry for your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. May Teeny Boy, RIP. “
“To Dana and the entire Mattingly family, I am sorry for your loss. Losing a Dad is one of the hardest things in life we deal with. God bless you all. You are in my thoughts and prayers. “
“Dana and the rest of the family you guys are in my prayers “