Matthew R. VanZandt Hyde Park, New York Obituary

Matthew R. VanZandt

Matthew R. VanZandt, 50, a lifelong area resident, died on January 7, 2021, at Sharon Hospital, Sharon, Connecticut. He was affectionately known as “Matt” or “Mattie”. Born April 10, 1970 in Rhinebeck, he was the son of Peter E. and June E. Isaacson VanZandt. His parents survive in Hyde Park. One’s life can often be measured not so much by what they learned but by what they taught. Born developmentally disabled, Matt taught his family many life-lessons through his disability. He will be sorely missed by those who had the fortune of knowing him. Matt was fortunate enough to be born during the era of the beginning of some wonderful programs to support the developmentally disabled. Those programs include Rehabilitation Programs, Dutchess County BOCES, and the ARC Workshop. A resident of a Cardinal Hayes Group Home for almost forty years, the staff was like family for him. Mattie enjoyed horses, especially during therapy riding, and swimming. He loved to eat (especially pizza), listen to music, and go camping with his family. In addition to his parents, survivors include his brothers, Brent W. VanZandt and wife, Theresa, of Wappingers Falls, and Kory P. VanZandt and wife, Elizabeth, of Highland; nieces, Lindsey, Katlynn, Brooke, Kylie, Logan, and Reese. He is also survived by several aunts, uncles, and cousins. Matt was predeceased by his maternal grandparents, Alfred and Mary Isaacson; and paternal grandparents, Durwood and Dorothy VanZandt. Out of respect and concern for public safety, funeral services will be private. A celebration of Matt’s life will be held at a later date. The VanZandt family respectfully requests memorial donations to the Cardinal Hayes Home PO Box CH, St. Joseph Drive, Millbrook, NY 12545-0140. (www.cardinalhayeshome.org/donate) Arrangements are under the direction of Sweet's Funeral Home, Inc., Rte. 9, Hyde Park. To send an online condolence from the safety of your home, please visit www.sweetsfuneralhome.com.
April 10, 1970 - January 7, 202104/10/197001/07/2021
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Tina and Red Cappillino
January 23, 2021
June, Peter and Family, We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved son Matthew! Our thoughts and prayers are with your family! The love of Jesus shine on you and the Lord bring peace and comfort! God Bless You!
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Tim and Barbara Fowx
January 12, 2021
June and Pete, Condolences to you both. Very sorry for your loss. Tim & Barb
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Esther and Dennis Whelan and family
January 11, 2021
With love and hugs, we wish you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.

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D&J, Canters, Lashers, Jacobs's
January 11, 2021
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.

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Jeanie Kosa
January 10, 2021
Dear June and Pete and all the family, I am so sorry for your loss of Mattie. He was so blessed to have such a loving, supportive and caring family. Prayers for peace and comfort in your hearts during such a difficult time.
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Joanne Arena
January 10, 2021
Dear June and Pete.... I am just sending you love and my prayers. I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your son Mattie. I know how this is a terrible thing for parents. As I said, I will keep you both in my prayers and also your family. Love and Hugs Joanne
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Charlie Haney
January 10, 2021
Hello Pete and June from California, it’s Charlie Haney-Littrell from San Deigo. Heidi Bickel called me and sent me Matt’s obituary. Actually, just last week I called Joe to see how he and Lynn were doing and Joe gave me your phone number. I have thought of your family o... Continue Reading
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Austin Cox
January 10, 2021
June and family, I am very sorry to about Matt"s death. It is always very hard for a parent to lose a child, I lost a daughter-in-law 27 years ago. I know he must have been a very nice person, from having known your family. Austin Cox
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Andrew Metrando
January 10, 2021
June,Peter&the entire VanZandt family, Our most sincere condolences on the passing of Matthew.It is with our deepest sympathy. May he rest in peace . Andrew & Samantha Metrando.
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Mimi DeLessio-Matta
January 10, 2021
What a beautiful tribute to Mattie. Thinking of you and and sending my love Mimi DeLessio-Matta
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