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Jerry Matricia Obituary
He was born in Crawfordsville, August 25, 1932 the son of the late Augustine F. and Mary Ruth Martin Matricia. He was raised by his grandparents, Pete and Gertrude Martin on a farm east of New Richmond.
He was a graduate of New Richmond High School.
On October 7, 2000 he married Eileen Hurt Bailey in Crawfordsville and she survives.
Jerry loved serving his country having served 21 years in the U.S. Army. He was a highly decorated Master Sergeant serving in Special Forces with the Green Berets. He served two tours of duty in Korea and four tours of duty in Viet Nam. During his fourth tour in View Nam he was injured and received the Bronze Star and Purple Heart. Following his discharge from the Army, Jerry returned to New Richmond and was employed by Emerald Acres for 16 years before retiring.
He was a member of Woodland Heights Christian Church, Masonic Lodge, Moose Lodge and was a very knowledgeable military history buff.
Surviving along with his wife are: Three daughters, Pam (Dave) Eggleston of Bassett, Ne., Marianne (John) McBride of Yuba City, Calif., Jody (Israel) Gonzales, Yuba City, Calif. A son: Marc (Connie) Matricia of Atwater, Calif. A step-daughter Rachael (Josh) Hewitt of Lafayette. A step-son Andrew (Rebecca) Bailey of Nashville, Tenn. Brother Bob (Nancy) Matricia of New Richmond,. Half-sister Marta Tuttle of Indianapolis, 10 grandchildren, many great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents and two wives: Norma and Molly.
A celebration of Jerry's life will be held at Woodland Heights Christian Church, Crawfordville at a later date and will be announced when scheduled.
Visit us on line to leave a message or condolence at www.familyandfriendsfh.com.
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Indiana Patriot Guard
Dale Ready
August 23, 2012
I would like to convey my deepest heart felt condolences to your family and friends on there lost. You will not be far from my thoughts and prayers in the days that lay ahead. May God keep his arms around all those who grieve. Brother Jerry will be missed but, never forgotten. We must leave him in God's caring hands .
If a man has done his best, what else is there?
Dale Ready, Senior Ride Captain Northwest District
American Veterans Motorcycle Riders Association
82nd Airborne/Ranger Fort Bragg, N.C.,
Combat Medic Vietnam
American Legion Post 96
Ernie Todd
August 23, 2012
I have wonderful memories of Jerry and Bob when we we kids playing at your grand parents house.
My sincere condolences go out to all the Matricia family.
August 23, 2012
Eileen, please know our thoughts and prayers are with you. Ron and Candy Minick
August 23, 2012
I will miss you Jerry. My thoughts and prayers are with you Eileen. Much love,
Tish
Carolyn Torres
August 23, 2012
I will miss you. You were like a Dad to me. I take confort in knowing I will see you in heaven. Thank you Eileen for taking such good care of my "Dad". Carol and family
Joyce Anderson
August 23, 2012
Dearest Eileen, I'm so sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. We enjoyed visiting & talking with you both so much. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family .
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