Jean Gregoire Amazan Mathieu
November 28, 1932 – October 25, 2026
Forever Loved. Forever Remembered.
A Life of Quiet Love and Devotion to Family
Jean Gregoire Amazan Mathieu, affectionately known as “Amazan,” passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital in Brockton, Massachusetts, at the age of 93, surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of the late Noemie Georges.
Born on November 28, 1932, in Aux Cayes, Haiti, Amazan was the only son of the late Daricher Mathieu and Anese Flerimont. He was raised in Fron Frède, Mapou Simon, in the Aux Cayes region of Haiti, where he spent much of his life working as a farmer and was a proud landowner. Amazan had three siblings: Elisier, Amona, and Palmita.
In May 2003, Amazan immigrated to the United States, beginning a new chapter of his life surrounded by his children and grandchildren. Although he made his home in America, his heart remained closely connected to Haiti and the family he left behind. He regularly purchased calling cards to speak with loved ones back home, always eager to hear how everyone was doing. He also enjoyed listening to the radio, particularly the news from Haiti, which helped him remain connected to his homeland.
Amazan was a quiet, kind, and gentle man who found happiness in life’s simple pleasures. He enjoyed reading his Bible, humming familiar church songs, watching soccer on Telemundo, listening to the radio, and enjoying a good meal. He cherished his daily walks, a routine he continued well into his late eighties.
Above all, Amazan enjoyed being surrounded by family. He took pleasure in watching his children and grandchildren grow, celebrating their accomplishments, and simply being present in their lives. Whether gathered for birthdays, graduations, Thanksgiving, Christmas, or other family occasions, he appreciated the togetherness these moments brought. He did not need to be the center of attention; being among those he loved was enough.
In his later years, Amazan was lovingly cared for by his eldest child, Louise Mathieu, who had the honor of supporting him as he aged. During these years, he witnessed his grandchildren grow into adulthood and shared countless family memories. He maintained a particularly special bond with his grandson Andrew, who was only five years old when Amazan came to live with the family. Despite not sharing the same primary language, their relationship demonstrated how love and connection can transcend words.
As the father of 20 children and a grandfather and great-grandfather with more than 65 descendants across generations, Amazan leaves behind an extraordinary family legacy. His life touched generations of children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended relatives, and friends, both in the United States and Haiti.
Amazan may have been a man of few words, but his presence, quiet strength, gentle nature, and devotion to family spoke volumes. His memory will continue to live on in the stories shared, the family gatherings celebrated, and the generations who carry his legacy forward.
Though he is no longer physically with us, the love he shared and the memories he created will remain in our hearts forever.
Viewing in the Brockton Church of God, 80 Pleasant Street, Brockton, Thursday November 5th at 8:30 am. Funeral Services to start around 9:50 am. Burial to follow in Melrose Cemetery, 88 N Pearl Street, Brockton.
Immediately following the burial a repass will take place at Generations, 81 Memorial Drive, Avon.