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1939
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2012
Ronald Mattson Obituary
Mar 8, 1939 - May 13, 2012
Resident of Sunnyvale
Ronald passed away on May 13 at the age of 73. "Ron" was born in Sparta, WI and spent his childhood on the farmland before serving his country in the US Navy for 20 years. While stationed in the Philippines he met his wife, Mercy and her 4 children and then raised 2 of their own. After retiring from the Navy, he worked for many years at Westinghouse and Northrop Grumman.
Ron was preceded in death by his stepson, Richard. He is survived by his devoted wife of 38 years, Mercy; stepchildren, Jun (Grace), Nelly, Josie; his sons, Chris, Brian; his daughter-in-law, May; his 9 grandchildren; and his 2 great-grandchildren.
Friends and Family are invited to attend a visitation on Thurs, May 24 from 5-9pm at St. John the Baptist 350 S. Abel St., Milpitas. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Fri, May 25 at 10:30am at St. John's with a burial to follow at gate of Heaven Catholic Cemetery.
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Ray Reyes
May 22, 2012
My condolences to the Mattson family. Ron and I worked together for DoD @ DCASPRO-FMC during the 90's and until he retired early 2000's. We had some wonderful conversations about Sparta as I had a son that lived in the area during the nineties. Please allow me to share in your loss.
Gil Avanzado
May 21, 2012
Well uncle Ron. Although we have not know much about each other. Your son has been a long time dear firend and now part of my family. I will always have you in my prayers as my family and friend. May you guide us from heaven to better futures and safer passages. God bless and may you live peasefully in heaven.
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