1950. He was the son of Late P.M. Eapen and Late Ammini Eapen belonging to the prestigious
Ayroor Malayatoor Paruvanickal family. He was the beloved brother of Late P.E. Abraham
(Thampi), Late Thomas Eapen and Santhamma Jacob, who is still residing in Ranni, Kerala.
Eapen Mathew married Omana Abraham hailing from Enchakilethu house, Elanthoor, Kerala on
February 12, 1979. Together they were blessed with three children Nadia, Navina and Niroop
their spouses Varghese Oommen Madackel, Vimal Johnson and Jamie Mathew along with nine
grandchildren Jayden, Gabriella, Jordan, Isaiah, Kayla, Johan, Jude, Naomi and Aaliyah.
Eapen Mathew was a God fearing and devout man who was also a nurturing son while being a
faithful husband, father and caring grandfather. He was a prayer warrior who believed that
through prayer and fasting God would meet all his needs. He was also a fun loving and cheerful
friend to many. He was a compassionate and kind hearted man with a contagious sense of
humor.
He along with family migrated to the United States of America in 1992 and worked with various
companies and retired from Cardone Industries, Philadelphia.
He was one of the founding members of the Ascension Marthoma church. He actively served in
church and also took up the responsibility of being the prayer representative of the Salem
Prayer Group. His social involvement included being an enthusiastic member of PAMPA a
Malayalee Association based in Philadelphia.
On August 12, 2022 he left this earthly abode to be with his Heavenly Father. In 2021, he was
diagnosed with cancer and was lovingly cared by his wife and children. Even in the midst of
difficult times he was always strong and never complained. He will be dearly missed by all who
knew him and will remain forever in the memories of all his loved ones.
A viewing for Eapen will be held Sunday, August 21, 2022 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM at Ascension Mar Thoma Church, 10197 Northeast Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19116. A viewing and funeral service will occur Monday, August 22, 2022 from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM, 10197 Northeast Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19116. A burial will occur Monday, August 22, 2022 at 12:00 PM at Forest Hills Cemetery, 25 Byberry Road, Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania 19006.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.lambfuneralhomeinc.com for the Mathew family.
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