Matthew James Cwalina, 40, of Prince Frederick, Maryland passed away on March 14, 2018 in Prince Frederick, Maryland. He was born on June 24, 1977 in Pottstown, PA to James Anthony and Karen Ann (Strzelecki) Cwalina. Beside his parents, Matthew was a loving husband to Deanna Cwalina and a devoted father to Ethan Cwalina. Brother of Daniel and Susan Cwalina, he is also survived by his mother in law, Linda Lysoby.

Matthew graduated with a BS Degree in Education from Alvernia College and a Master's Degree in Education Leadership from Wilkes University. After many years in Education in PA including Penn Manor, Norristown and Boyertown School District, Matthew moved on to his present job, Vice President of Digital Instruction at Discovery Education where he continued to show his leadership and devotion to education. Matthew was an avid sports enthusiast and an avid Eagles and Phillies fan.

The family will receive friends on Monday March 19, 2018 at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 231 Church Street, Prince Frederick, MD 20678 from 9:30 to time of service at 11 AM. Interment will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to Prince Frederick Rescue Squad P.O. Box 346 Prince Frederick, MD 20678 or National Science Teachers Association, P.O. Box 90214, Washington DC, 2009-0214. Arrangements by Rausch Funeral Home.