Matthew Alton Toole Jr., 91, passed away on May 27, 2024, in Kerrville, TX. He was born on August 7, 1932, in Houston, TX to Matthew Alton Toole Sr and Helen Elizabeth Rhodes.

Matthew went to Jefferson Davis HS and would marry his high school sweetheart (JoAnn) in 1952. They would go on to raise their two sons in Houston, TX.

He proudly served in the Marines during the Korean War from 1952 to 1955. Matthew was a Vice President of Sales for Leasing Associates and after ''retiring'' to Kerrville, he went to work at Cecil Atkission Motors.

He worshipped at Trinity Baptist Church and was an active member of Mission Route 66 Church. He was a 65-year member of the Grand Lodge of Texas, Free Mason.

Matthew's survivors include his sons, Michael O'Toole (and wife Diane) of Hawaii, Matt L Toole (and wife Tammy) of Colorado; sister, Helen Reddy of Galveston; grandchildren, Natalie, Brooke (and husband Nick), Rachel, and Nathan; great-grandchildren, Cameron and Bailey JoAnn; and great-great-grandchild, Graysen Spencer.

He was preceded in death by his wife, JoAnn Toole; granddaughter, Heather Tilton; and grandson, Cassidy Toole.

Known for being kind and loving, Matthew was always willing to lend a helping hand. He enjoyed visiting with family and friends. In his free time, he enjoyed golf, bird watching, sharing jokes (especially about golf and politics), working in his yard and serving his community.

A funeral service will be held on Thursday, June 6th, at 2:30 pm at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery (Shelter 4) in San Antonio, Texas.

Reception will follow the graveside at Jardin's, which is close to Fort Sam Houston and the San Antonio Botanical Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Meals on Wheels.

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