Harold Merton Matteson, Jr. "Pop" age 82, of Prince Frederick, MD passed away on Sunday, May 31st, 2009 at Georgetown University Hospital, Washington, D.C. Harold was born on April 23, 1927 in Eustis, FL to the late Ruth Sapp and Harold Matteson, Sr.

Harold was a member of Full Gospel Assembly of God Church, Prince Frederick, MD for the past sixty two years. Harold served his, "Lord and Savior Jesus Christ," by being Full Gospels, Deacon, Trustee, Elder, Praise and Worship Leader for over twenty years.

Harold was a big man who was strong in his faith and walked in The Love Commandment of the Lord! He blessed his loved ones continuously with unconditional love, which has left them with many uncountable precious and cherished memories.

With a gentle and adoring heart he was the leader and foundational rock of his family. Harold is one of life's true gentlemen who will be sadly missed. Harold lived his life by the book, The Good Book, "The Bible!"

Harold graduated from Eustis Senior High School, Eustis, FL in 1944; he also attended the University of Maryland and graduated with an Associates Degree.

He served his Country during World War II in the U. S. Navy. When Harold returned home from the service he married his beloved wife Eileen Hutchins Matteson, in Prince Frederick, MD on September 15, 1947. Harold was a Master Carpenter, he was employed as Teacher of Carpentry for the Calvert Career Center, he also owned and operated Matteson Custom Homes where he worked for over 62 years.

Harold is survived by his beloved and devoted wife of 61 years Eileen H. Matteson, loving father of Carole A. Matteson, of Lusby, MD; Robert and Pamula Matteson, of Prince Frederick, MD; Anthony and Maery Matteson, of Port Republic, MD; Marilyn and Bruce Biesel, of Port Republic, MD and Rev. Hutch and Cindy Matteson, of Cummings, GA.; brother of Melvin J. Matteson, Sr., of Prince Frederick, MD and the late Edward Matteson. He is also survived by twelve grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews other relatives and numerous friends.

Arrangements provided by Rausch Funeral Home.