1980
Matthew
2025
Matthew Frederick Warchol
November 13, 1980 — September 16, 2025
Rehoboth
With an aching heart the family of Matthew “Matt” “Moose” Frederick Warchol of Rehoboth, MA, announces his passing on September 16, 2025 at the age of 44 years.
Born in Attleboro, MA on November 13, 1980, he was the beloved son of Frederick Anthony Warchol Jr. and Karen (Gookin) Warchol, both of Attleboro, MA.
In addition to his parents, he leaves his cherished siblings: Paul Warchol of Attleboro, MA.; James Warchol of Rehoboth, MA.; Daniel Warchol, D.M.D. of Rockwall, Texas; Caroline Warchol of Attleboro, MA.; Salong Ly of Rehoboth, MA. and his lifelong best friend Jesse Maynard and his wife, Shannon, of Attleboro, MA.; his Uncle Joe Warchol and Aunt Sandra of Oley, PA; Uncle David Warchol and Aunt Mary of Charlottesville, VA; Uncle Paul Cassidy and Aunt Denise of Attleboro, MA; Uncle Eddie Griffin and Aunt Ellen of Barnstable, MA; Uncle George Durant and Aunt Diane of Middleboro, MA; Uncle Chris Connor and Aunt Lisa of Port Charlotte, FL; Aunt Mary Gookin of Poughkeepsie, NY; Uncle John Gookin and Auntie Jen of Franklin, MA.
He was the loving maternal grandson of the late John A. Gookin and the late Celestine M. “Sally” (Fitzsimmons) Gookin and the loving paternal grandson of the late Ferdinand Warchol and the late Catherine E. (Plaza) Warchol.
Matt was raised and educated in Attleboro and was graduated in the Class of 1999. Matt possessed a rare combination of gifts: a brilliant mind, a natural athletic ability and a heart chockful of kindness. Matt “Moose” was a star athlete, (he was a 3-year two-way starter), a perfect leader, and voted team captain along with teammates Louie and Mike for his beloved AHS football team. He was inducted into the Attleboro Football Hall of Fame in 2010.
Following his graduation from Attleboro High School, Matt earned a bachelor’s degree in finance from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. He not only graduated with a near perfect GPA but was accepted into medical school at the University of New England. Ultimately, he decided to make a different impact, devoting a majority of his working career as a social worker, where he enriched the lives of so many.
Matt was employed by the May Institute, Attleboro, MA, Riverside Community Care, Dedham, MA and then by Lifeworks, Inc. in Westwood, MA serving adults with disabilities, advocating for their needs, and enriching their lives. It was at Lifeworks that Matt formed a brotherly bond with Salong Ly and brought him into the Warchol clan as a family member. Most recently Matt was employed by Amego, Inc. in Attleboro, MA continuing his social service work.
His work ethic was unparalleled - Moose invited hard work, loved a challenge and so many times overcame any obstacle in his way.
Most importantly, Moose was a devout Christian, worshipping and participating in weekly bible studies with his congregants at West Dighton Christian Church.
Matt was a man of exceptional talent, remarkable intelligence and deep compassion, leaving a legacy that will be cherished forever by all who knew him.
The name Matthew means “Gift of God” and that is exactly what he was. Matthew will be forever missed by his parents, brothers, sister, cousins, aunts, uncles and friends.
Family and friends are warmly welcome to attend Visitation on Sunday, September 28, 2025, from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm in the “Memorial Chapel” of the Dyer-Lake Funeral Home, 161 Commonwealth Avenue, Village of Attleboro Falls, North Attleboro, MA.
All are welcome to attend a Funeral Service on Monday, September 29, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. in the “Memorial Chapel” of the Dyer-Lake Funeral Home, 161 Commonwealth Avenue, Village of Attleboro Falls, North Attleboro, MA.
Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Franklin Street, Mansfield, MA.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the West Dighton Christian Church, 2767 Horton St, North Dighton, MA 02764-1904, or Lifeworks, Inc., 789 Clapboard Tree St., Westwood, MA 02090.
For additional information or to send the family a written expression of sympathy, please visit an online guest book at www.dyer-lakefuneralhome.com. 508-695-0200.
Born in Attleboro, MA on November 13, 1980, he was the beloved son of Frederick Anthony Warchol Jr. and Karen (Gookin) Warchol, both of Attleboro, MA.
In addition to his parents, he leaves his cherished siblings: Paul Warchol of Attleboro, MA.; James Warchol of Rehoboth, MA.; Daniel Warchol, D.M.D. of Rockwall, Texas; Caroline Warchol of Attleboro, MA.; Salong Ly of Rehoboth, MA. and his lifelong best friend Jesse Maynard and his wife, Shannon, of Attleboro, MA.; his Uncle Joe Warchol and Aunt Sandra of Oley, PA; Uncle David Warchol and Aunt Mary of Charlottesville, VA; Uncle Paul Cassidy and Aunt Denise of Attleboro, MA; Uncle Eddie Griffin and Aunt Ellen of Barnstable, MA; Uncle George Durant and Aunt Diane of Middleboro, MA; Uncle Chris Connor and Aunt Lisa of Port Charlotte, FL; Aunt Mary Gookin of Poughkeepsie, NY; Uncle John Gookin and Auntie Jen of Franklin, MA.
He was the loving maternal grandson of the late John A. Gookin and the late Celestine M. “Sally” (Fitzsimmons) Gookin and the loving paternal grandson of the late Ferdinand Warchol and the late Catherine E. (Plaza) Warchol.
Matt was raised and educated in Attleboro and was graduated in the Class of 1999. Matt possessed a rare combination of gifts: a brilliant mind, a natural athletic ability and a heart chockful of kindness. Matt “Moose” was a star athlete, (he was a 3-year two-way starter), a perfect leader, and voted team captain along with teammates Louie and Mike for his beloved AHS football team. He was inducted into the Attleboro Football Hall of Fame in 2010.
Following his graduation from Attleboro High School, Matt earned a bachelor’s degree in finance from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. He not only graduated with a near perfect GPA but was accepted into medical school at the University of New England. Ultimately, he decided to make a different impact, devoting a majority of his working career as a social worker, where he enriched the lives of so many.
Matt was employed by the May Institute, Attleboro, MA, Riverside Community Care, Dedham, MA and then by Lifeworks, Inc. in Westwood, MA serving adults with disabilities, advocating for their needs, and enriching their lives. It was at Lifeworks that Matt formed a brotherly bond with Salong Ly and brought him into the Warchol clan as a family member. Most recently Matt was employed by Amego, Inc. in Attleboro, MA continuing his social service work.
His work ethic was unparalleled - Moose invited hard work, loved a challenge and so many times overcame any obstacle in his way.
Most importantly, Moose was a devout Christian, worshipping and participating in weekly bible studies with his congregants at West Dighton Christian Church.
Matt was a man of exceptional talent, remarkable intelligence and deep compassion, leaving a legacy that will be cherished forever by all who knew him.
The name Matthew means “Gift of God” and that is exactly what he was. Matthew will be forever missed by his parents, brothers, sister, cousins, aunts, uncles and friends.
Family and friends are warmly welcome to attend Visitation on Sunday, September 28, 2025, from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm in the “Memorial Chapel” of the Dyer-Lake Funeral Home, 161 Commonwealth Avenue, Village of Attleboro Falls, North Attleboro, MA.
All are welcome to attend a Funeral Service on Monday, September 29, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. in the “Memorial Chapel” of the Dyer-Lake Funeral Home, 161 Commonwealth Avenue, Village of Attleboro Falls, North Attleboro, MA.
Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Franklin Street, Mansfield, MA.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the West Dighton Christian Church, 2767 Horton St, North Dighton, MA 02764-1904, or Lifeworks, Inc., 789 Clapboard Tree St., Westwood, MA 02090.
For additional information or to send the family a written expression of sympathy, please visit an online guest book at www.dyer-lakefuneralhome.com. 508-695-0200.
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