Owen Joseph Matalon's Obituary
MATALON, Owen Joseph
March 28, 1930 - June 19, 2019
Born to humble beginnings in Kingston, Jamaica to Joseph and Florizel Matalon, Owen was the last surviving sibling of eleven children. Owen was an icon, an unstoppable visionary, a successful businessman, no problem was ever too small or large for him to solve. Owen served Jamaica and the Caribbean for over fifty years. He revolutionized the housing industry and was the first to build affordable modular housing in Jamaica. From building shipping ports, to golf courses to housing developments, his creativity and innovation changed the face of the Caribbean. Owen was a patriot, a proud Jamaican, he believed in community and building Jamaica for the next generation. He never forgot his roots or where he came from and no one that approached him for help was ever turned away. He was a loving husband, father and family man. Humble and magnanimous, he was a man of his word and he believed in the strength and importance of family. All for one and one for all. Esperanza, his loving wife of 65 years, his children and grandchildren were the pride and joy of his life. His spirit of adventure, his willingness to always help others and unwavering generosity will live on forever. Survived by his devoted wife Esperanza, daughter Elizabeth (Queenie), sons John and Michael, grandchildren Samantha, Daniella, Stephanie, Alexandra and multiple nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations should be made to JAFCO: https://www.jafco.org/how-you-can-help/donate/send-a-tribute-card/ Chapel Service 11:00 am, Sunday, June 23, 2019 at Mount Nebo Kendall, 5900 SW 77th Ave., Miami, FL 33143. Arrangements by Levitt-Weinstein Blasberg-Rubin-Zilbert Memorial Chapel (305) 932-2700
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