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DAVID MATHERLY Obituary

DAVID ALAN MATHERLY, 61, of Leo, formerly of St. Joe, lost his battle with cancer on Friday, Aug. 26, 2016. David retired from Sheet Metal Workers Local 20 after 37 years. He was a handyman extra ordinaire and an amazing inventor, but best known for his generous spirit and crazy antics. He will be missed so dearly by his wife of 22 years, Rose; daughter, Angela Hess; grandson, William Hardiek; granddaughters, Valerie and Savannah Hardiek; three great-grandchildren, Eli, Nicholas and Nicole; Guardian Angel niece, Lisa Frye; best friend and supporter, Don Fankhauser; brothers, Gale (Karen) Matherly, Lyman (Carol) Matherly Don (Gail) Matherly and Mike (Hattie) Matherly; sister, Cheryl Kidder; brothers-in-law, John (Linda) Angel, Kenneth (Cynthia) Angel, Steve (Sherri) Angel; sister-in-law, Linda Angel; and many nieces and nephews and was so blessed by God to have awesome support by all who loved him. Memorial gathering is from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 3, 2016, at Hockemeyer & Miller Funeral Home, 6131 St. Joe Road, followed by storytelling time. Reception immediately following at the American Legion Post 409, 14133 State Rd. 1, Leo, Ind. Preferred memorials to Riley Hospital for Children.

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers from Aug. 31 to Sep. 3, 2016.

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Angela

August 31, 2016

To my Dearest Mother,
Not no one in this world knows the pain in your heart unless they have suffered a loss of someone that they truely loved so deeply like you have. I felt that pain before and I have felt it again. Not just for loosing Dave, but my heart breaking for you as well. I'm sorry I wasn't there for you through this horrible time but I am so fortunate to have been there to hold his hand on his journey home. And I will be there now whenever, however you may need me I am there for you. Just please remember I love you so much and am thankful for all you and Dave have ever done for me. You both were always there when I needed you. As I'm sure you are, I'm feeling kinda lost too. Not sure what to say or do to help you. Just know I'm here for you, and Dave is always with you watching over you. Stay strong and breath!! Love you mom & Dave. I'm soo gonna miss him. :(

Terri Forrister

August 31, 2016

Rosey,
You know your in my prayers.
Love Terri

Bridgette Angel

August 31, 2016

Sorry for your loss.

Sarah & Family

August 31, 2016

You always had a smile on your face and a joke up your sleeve! You were on my mind last week, I now wish I had reached out to you but I know you are now resting and at peace.

James Stark

August 31, 2016

I only knew Dave for a short time, but he was always happy and strong for having suffered like he did. He will be greatly missed. He will always be remembered everytime I get into the old Blazer snow plow that I bought from him.May God bless you Rose and your family during these times. Jamies Dad. and Mom.

Carvers

August 31, 2016

Dave,
You truly were one of the BEST friends anyone could ever ask for!! ALWAYS there to help however you could!! We are going to MISS you sooo much!! Your funny jokes and pranks!! You were the best at it.. With Rose too! You guys were always thinking of something!! Oh... Rose admitted you 2 took the little man from the pond... haha. too funny! How you kept a straight face.. I don't know! You two have so many FUN memories! Rose can look back and laugh at all the funny memories. Im soo glad she has that. You had FOUGHT like no other for the last 2 1/2 years!!! And honestly had the best attitude you could have. No one can imagine the pain you were in. Rose was the BEST caregiver you could of had!! and you knew that! She loves you sooo much!! We all do! Rest in peace Dave til we see you again!! Love Skip, Susan, Taylor, Jason & Cory

August 30, 2016

Words cannot describe what Dave meant to so many people. I am grateful to have known him for the last 20+ years and he will truly be missed. Rest in Peace my dear friend. Anna Fankhauser

Joann Schindler

August 29, 2016

Rose we are so sorry for your loss. May the lord hold you in his arms and give you comfort .

Karen Miller

August 29, 2016

My Dear Rose,
There are no words that can comfort you now .only time will ease your pain.My heart aches for you.My thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family.
Love you Always

William Hardiek

August 28, 2016

I loved you so much pawa papa! You taught me so much! You were like a father to me! The things we did an the times we had were amazing an I'll never forget them! My favorite things you did were fixing my gocarts and teaching me new things, I remember the hillbilly diving bored was your best invention! I had a blast on that thing. What I'll miss the most about you is flying drones around the yard and watching netfilx together! But the pain is over and you fought really hard an I hope God has a special drone for you in heaven! Love you so much! Your grandson Will.

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