Mathew William Toback Jr

Mathew "Matt" Toback Jr. A Life Built on Devotion, Generosity, and Hard Work Mathew "Matt" Toback Jr., a devoted family man, dedicated patriot, and successful entrepreneur, passed away peacefully in Columbia, MD, on November 29, 2025, at the age of 74. Born in Philadelphia, PA, Matt was the son of Mathew and Mary Toback. His commitment to service began when he enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1969. He served on active duty aboard the USS John F. Kennedy aircraft carrier and later in the Naval Air Reserves until 1976. Matt translated his discipline and dedication into a remarkable civilian career spanning over 42 years in the commercial cellular technology industry. He was instrumental in managing the construction of the earliest commercial cellular systems across the mid-Atlantic region, and continued that journey with the founding of Toback & Associates, a construction management company focused primarily on managing projects for Verizon Wireless. He was deeply proud of his work and the impact he had on connecting people. While Matt was not always one to express his emotions openly, his actions spoke volumes. He was a man of immense generosity, both with his time and his resources, and possessed a huge, loving heart. He was an extremely hard worker but found equal joy in talking to people—whether they were old friends or new acquaintances—often regaling them with funny stories. Above all, his devotion to his family was absolute. His passions were as varied as his career. Matt was exceptionally handy, capable of building just about anything. He loved watching sports of all kinds, especially the volleyball, softball, basketball, and baseball careers of his children. At age 54, Matt found his greatest joy: riding Harley-Davidson motorcycles which he often described as the biggest passion of his life. Matt loved the simple pleasure of hosting people at his house, having great meals, and becoming a "regular" at his favorite local restaurants and bars. Matt is survived by his loving children, daughter Shannon Toback and son Eric Toback and his wife Christie Toback; his cherished grandchildren, Grady and Finley Toback; his brother Michael Toback and his wife Geriann Toback; his sisters Marie Langmead and her husband Bill Langmead, and Marlene Bittner; and his nephew Jared Toback, and nieces Chelsey Toback and Allison Bittner. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mathew and Mary Toback. A Celebration of Life ceremony will be scheduled at a date and location to be determined and announced by the family. The family kindly requests that any expressions of sympathy be made privately.

Mathew William Toback Jr

October 20, 1951 - November 29, 2025