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CHARLES MATHER Obituary

September 21, 2020, of East Falls. Beloved husband of Mary (nee MacGregor). Dear father of Charles E. IV (Elizabeth) and Dorothy Ix (Raymond). Loving grandfather of Charles and Eleanor Mather and Helen and Catharine Ix. He is also survived by his brother Victor Charles Mather II (Mimi), his sister Katie Scalamandre and several nephews. Charles was President of Mather & Co., an insurance firm. At one time he was the Honorary British Consul in Philadelphia. Charles served on many corporate boards and the boards of numerous cultural institutions. Funeral Services will be private. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory can be made to the Philadelphia Museum of Art, PO Box 7646, Phila., PA 19130 or by visiting www.philamuseum.org. McILVAINE FUNERAL HOME 215-844-0211

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Published by The Philadelphia Inquirer on Sep. 23, 2020.

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peter bedell

October 2, 2020

I had the good fortune to know and respect Peter Mather as Chairman of The Finance Company of Pennsylvania for over ten years where I served as a Board Member. He was not only a wonderful person but a true Gentleman. This world would be a much better place if there had been more people like Peter. I will always have fond memories and I extend my sympathy to all his family Members for their loss. Peter Bedell

Anne DeRentz

September 28, 2020

On behalf of the Coombs and DeRentz families I send my deepest condolences to you all. I was so very sad to hear the news of Pete’s death. Now Dad has someone who will listen to him and discuss their opinions!! Love to all.

Anne Hamilton

September 28, 2020

Pete was one of the best...a true Philadelphia gentleman... so many will miss him and the organization he spearheaded. sending Mary and her family much love and prayers..
xo Anne and Matt Hamilton

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Wendy foulke

September 24, 2020

Peter was a wonderful man with great enthusiasm for the arts and for the city of Philadelphia. We was unique!
Love from Wendy and Walter Foulke

Rita Nash

September 23, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
I cherish the memories of our times in Saratoga.

Winifred McKee

September 23, 2020

Rest in peace Mr. Mather. I have wonderful memories of my time at Mather & Co. May God bless you and your family during this very difficult time.

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