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Ernest Matheny Obituary
Des Moines
Ernest "Bud" Matheny, 80, passed away on April 26, 2015, at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa. He was born in Des Moines on March 18, 1935, to Ernest and Pearl Matheny.
Bud was a lifelong resident of Des Moines. He was united in marriage to Patsy Mohr on May 12, 1956. At the age of 27, he worked for Borden as a milk man, delivering milk in the old milk crates. At 28 years old, he went to work for Bridgestone Firestone as a firwood grinder, and later retired after 30 years of dedicated service.
Bud enjoyed going to Las Vegas and was known as a lucky gambler. He also enjoyed playing golf, traveling to Florida, and taking trips to the ocean. Above all, he was a great man and the best grandpa to his four grandsons.
Bud is survived by his wife of 58 years, Pat; sons, Doug (Julie) Matheny, Randy Matheny, and Mike (Sue) Matheny; grandsons, Brian (Alison) Matheny, Marc Matheny, Andrew Matheny, and Tony Matheny; brother, William (Lois) Matheny; as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family, and countless friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Richard and Robert Matheny.
A memorial gathering will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, April 30, 2015, at Hamilton's near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue in Des Moines.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Bud.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
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Ann Lawdahl Tharnish
May 1, 2015
I lived on 4th and Buddy on fifth when we were little. We had lots of fun for many years. What wonderful memories. My prayers and sympathy are with you.
A. M.
April 30, 2015
My sympathy goes out to the family during your time of grief. May God's loving-kindness comfort you and help you through this difficult time. (Psalm 119:50,76)
Sheldon Stout
April 29, 2015
Went to Clarkson School and Harding with Bud in the 40ds he was A good class mate.
Jennifer Matheny
April 28, 2015
We will miss you Uncle Buddy!
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