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Sharon Mattern Obituary
Sharon A. Mattern, nee Hayes, 65, of Belleville, Ill., born, Aug. 5, 1946, in Belleville, Ill., died Friday, Nov. 25, 2011, in Belleville, Ill.
Mrs. Mattern loved fishing, needle point, and playing cards with friends. She was a member of the Elks Lodge No. 664, Ladies Auxiliary, and was also a parishioner at St. Teresa's Catholic Church in Belleville, Ill.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Lester and Dorothy, nee Jokisch, Hayes; stepfather, Elmer Meikamp; a daughter, Tina Grueter; and a sister, Gloria Wagner.
Surviving are her loving husband of 46 years, Keith Mattern of Belleville, Ill.; her daughter, Kimberly (David) Schaefer of Sugar Grove, Ill.; her four grandchildren, Ashley, Marina, Julia, and Emma; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Memorials are appreciated to the American Association for the Study of Liver Disease, or the Elks No. 664, Children's Care Corporation. Condolences may also be expressed online at www.lakeviewfuneralhm.com.
Visitation: Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m., Monday, Nov. 28, 2011, at Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, Ill., and from 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday Nov.29, 2011, at St. Teresa's Catholic Church, Belleville, Ill.
Funeral: A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2011, at St. Teresa's Catholic Church, Belleville, Ill. Interment will follow at Lake View Memorial Gardens, Fairview Heights, Ill.
LAKE VIEW FUNERAL HOME, Fairview Heights, Ill.
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Memories and Condolences
for Sharon Mattern
April 1, 2012
I just found out about Sharon's death. I want to express my sympathy. Sharon and her sister Gloria were friends of my family. Our families became connected through our parents.
Kathy Nee Meikamp Genczo
December 21, 2011
Dear Keith & Family,
We were surprised & so sorry to hear that Sharon had passed on - regretfully we did not see the announcement in the paper or we would have been at the funeral home. Though I am sure she will be missed by you all, I am sure she has been reunited with those in your family whom she has been separated from for so long.
Craig & Pat
Lyuda Meyers
November 29, 2011
Dear Keith and family , so sorry to hear about Sharon. She was very good person and coworker. Very much enjoyed her company. She will be missed.
Linda Reed
November 28, 2011
Keith,
I am so sorry to hear about Sharon, you two are such wonderful people and the best neighbors anyone could ask for. Hugs to you and little Lucy. Bill and Linda Reed
November 28, 2011
I ask the rains that nourish us and the flowers on our walkway;please be gentle when you fall on my brothers efforts.As the rain touches them,let it wash away the pain and sadness that he carries this day.
I ask the sun which brings life to us all;shine on my friend and family to bring a new life to them;a life without this days pain and sadness. Bring your sun for they also need your light,shine on them until they are at peace.
I ask the winds to sweep the pain and sadness from my friends heavy heart to rid them of the troubles that weigh so heavy on these days.
I ask all spirits;cradle them gently in your arms and allow them these blessings,so we will all walk more softly.
A 664 Brother
Rick and Janet(Lester) Sutton
November 28, 2011
Keith, Kim and family,
So sorry to hear about Sharon's passing...Our thoughts and prayers our with you during this time. I can't think of my childhood without thinking of Sharon and your family. Those are memories I will always cherish.
November 28, 2011
Dear Keith and Family,
Sharon was one of the sweetest people you would ever want to know. Her giggle will always be remembered! She was a true friend and a joy to be with. She was someone you always new would be there for you, no matter what. Keith, God Bless you and your family. Know that you have another ANGEL watching over all of you!!
Jeanie and Paul Schmidt(Belleville,IL)
Judy and Jim Thompson
November 28, 2011
Keith we were sorry to hear of Sharon's passing, we will always remember the great times we had camping...years ago
Jennifer Morris
November 28, 2011
Dear Keith and Family,
My sincere condolences go out to you and your family for your tragic loss of beautiful Sharon. She was one of the kindest people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. I will miss her so very, very much. Those who knew her in this life were so fortunate...and now God is the fortunate one. Rest in Peace sweet angel.
Joe Pytlinski
November 28, 2011
I am so sorry to hear about Sharon - I had the pleasure of working with her at the Missionary Association. I wish I could go to the visitation but will unfortunately be out of town.
I will keep Sharon and her family in my prayers.
Joe Pytlinski (Missionary Association, Belleville, IL)
Lynn Tiedemann
November 27, 2011
Dear Keith and Family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy in the loss of a great wife and mother. Sharon will surely be missed by everyone she touched with her sweet smile and winning ways.
Keith if you need anything at all, please do not hesitate to call.
With All of Our Thoughts and Prayers,
Steve, Lynn,and Jeff Tiedemann
Rick and Deb Bingheim
November 27, 2011
To Keith and Family - God opened up his arms for Sharon and we all lost a beautiful, delightful lady. So glad you were able to spend 46 years together. We will truly miss her but we have memories in our hearts to always keep. Please let us know if you need anything at all. God Bless... Rick and Deb Bingheim (Fairview Heights, IL)
November 27, 2011
Dear Keith and family,
My sincere condolences to your family during this very hard time in your lives. May you know the Morris and Garber families loved Sharon for her sweet, generous, loving soul! We will miss her terribly, may God give you strength to go on and cherish the wonderful memories you all have of this beautiful lady.
Our prayers are with you all,
With love,
MaryLou (Milt) Morris
Dean and Michelle Garber and family
Patty Peterman
November 27, 2011
So sorry to hear about Sharon. She was always so kind and I enjoyed her company so much. Thoughts and prayers to the whole family.
Tj Lyles
November 27, 2011
Anyone who had the pleasure to know Sharon was blessed. She had a way of making you feel as though she had known you your whole life. She was a beautiful person and will be missed by many. All who knew her loved her from the first moment. God now has a beautiful angel. We will miss you Sharon.
Larry & TJ Lyles
Brad & Brenda Morss
November 27, 2011
When Sharon was born, God smiled. God smiled at his perfect child for he knew that the amazing strength and Love he put in her heart would help her through the grief and hardships she would face in her life and that it would spill out into the hearts of those who have known and loved her. We are truly blessed.
Brad & Brenda Morss
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