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John Mathews Obituary
John H. Mathews, age 90, of 1751 Smith Street, Wisconsin Rapids, WI died Tuesday, February 26, 2013 at Ministry St. Joseph Hospital, Marshfield, WI.
Funeral Services are 11:00 AM Friday, March 1, 2013 at Saints Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Wisconsin Rapids, WI. Rev. Jim Altman will officiate. Burial in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be held at Ritchay Funeral Home in Wisconsin Rapids, WI from 4:00-7:00 PM Thursday and Friday at the Church from 10:00-11:00 AM. There will be a Knights of Columbus Rosary at 6:30 PM Thursday at the funeral home.
John was born September 27, 1922 in Spring Lake, Minnesota to Frank and Mary (Gross) Mathews. He married Arvilla Schueller on June 28, 1947 in Marshfield, WI. John was a letter carrier for the U.S. Post Office retiring in 1977. John "Armin" was also employed at Ritchay Funeral Home in Wisconsin Rapids, WI for over 40 years.
John served in the U.S. Navy during World War II from December 16, 1942 until January 6, 1946. While serving, John's ship, the U.S.S. Lansdowne, transported Japanese Emperor Hirohito to the U.S.S. Missouri to sign the terms of surrender to end World War II. He was a life member of the Disabled American Veterans, the Knights of Columbus, Council #1558 of Wisconsin Rapids and the National Association of Letter Carriers.
John is survived by his wife, Arvilla; two sons, Joel (Caren) Mathews of Wisconsin Rapids, WI and James (Mary) Mathews of Waupaca, WI; two daughters, Julie Arneson of Wausau, WI and Joan (Scott) Brueggen of Wisconsin Rapids, WI; 10 grandchildren, Sonja, Christian, Brian, Kelly, Katie, Andrew, Josh, Ben, Hope and Sean; nine great grandchildren, and one brother, Maurice Mathews of Wisconsin Rapids, WI. John was looking forward to a tenth great grandchild, who will be born in March 2013.
John was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers, Frank Jr., George, William, Thomas and Donald and one sister, Christine Manning.
"John's family would like to thank St. Joseph Palliative Care for the comfort, care and compassion given to John."
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Vicki Romanski-Trautschold
March 4, 2013
Dear Arvilla and Family,
My deepest sympanthies to you and your family. All of you are in my thougts and prayers during this difficult time.
Winnie Bukowski
March 2, 2013
Dear Arvilla and family
We go back a long way. I have many good memories of you all...you have my sympathy and prayers. God bless you.
Marlyce Randall
March 2, 2013
Julie:
Sorry to hear the loss of your Dad. Treasure the fond memories you've created with him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sue Kuechle-Becker
March 2, 2013
I so loved visiting with your dad over the years. He had a way of always making you smile. I pray your memories comfort you and make you smile. He will always be remembered and missed by many. My deepest sympathy.
sharon Rebischke, Ladick
March 1, 2013
Joanie, Scott and family , so sorry to hear about your Dad, your in my prayers!
March 1, 2013
Joan, Scott & family,
Sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad.
Keeping you in thoughts & prayers.
Tim & Kate Jackan
Machelle Anderson
February 28, 2013
Dear Joan, So sorry for your loss, I've been thinking and praying for you. Your dad is looking down at you from Heaven. Take care, Machelle
Sonja Arneson-Kurtzweil
February 28, 2013
Grandpa...you got your wings and are at peace! Your presence in my life taught me some wonderful things. You were the best role model and taught me how important family is. Your suffering is over and you deserve to be at peace! I love you very much and will miss you terribly! RIP!
Cheryl Laska and Jaeden Piller
February 27, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
February 27, 2013
JOAN ,YOU AND YOUR Mother are in my prays. We are in florida so I won't be at the funeral. Give your Mother my sympathy
Sharon Livernash
Sally & Dennis Flanagan
February 27, 2013
Joan and Scott, we hold you in our hearts. John and Arvilla are my "second set" of parents and will always remain so. Much love to you and your family.
February 27, 2013
Joan and Scott
Sorry to hear of your loss, may time heal your sorrow
Uncle Ken and Aunt Cleo
February 27, 2013
I am so sorry for your Loss.John was a great man and will be missed greatly.My prayers go out to your family.The Danny Jaecks Family.
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