GMG1 George Matula
BJU-2 1969-73
d. 1-11-2015
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- Moncrief, Phillip LTjg., BJU1
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- Morrissey, James ET3, BJU2 & 1
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- VanWinkle, Daniel, LT, BJU1
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‘Turbo Vestri Hostilis’
Matula, George H.
George Henry Matula, 65, of Margate, FL. formerly Brookfield, passed away
Sunday January, 11, 2015 at his home. Born Feb. 19, 1949 in Astoria Queens to
Ethel (Rybos) and the late Otto Matula. After graduating from Brookfield High
School class of 1967, he enlisted with the United States Navy. Retiring after 23
years of service at the rank of Petty Officer 1st class. He is survived by his mother
Ethel, daughter, Ethel, brothers John and Paul. And several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his father Otto and brother Carl.
Published by Danbury News Times on Feb. 1, 2015.
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