Name: Visitation for Daniel B. Mattes
Start: 2013-11-14T22:00:00.000Z
End: 2013-11-15T02:00:00.000Z
Location: Max A. Sass & Sons Funeral and Cremation Mission Hills Chapel - Franklin

Mattes, Daniel B. Passed away unexpectedly on November 8, 2013, at the age of 46. Survived by loving wife of 21 years, Kristin (nee Thomson) and his beautiful children, Amanda (18), Jessica (15), Sarah (12) and Luke (6). Son of David (Bonnie) Mattes and Bonnie Hillmer. Brother of Mark Krolikowski. Son-in-law of Joy Thomson. Brother-in-law of Greg (Marlo) and Jeff (Beth) Thomson. Uncle of Ben, Nate, Owen, Alex and Noah. Nephew of Barbara (Acie) Sanders. Dan will be remembered by other family and many friends. Visitation Thursday 4-8 PM at the Max A. Sass & Sons Mission Hills Chapel. Family and friends will meet Friday at 10 AM, at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church (6060 W. Loomis Road, Greendale). Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Dan was graduate of Greendale High School who went on to earn his Accounting Degree from UW-Whitewater and his Masters from Kellogg School of Business at Northwestern University. He was president of the Central Market for Wheaton-Franciscan Health Care and was named to the Business Journal's "Forty under 40". Dan demonstrated a rare combination of exceptional relationship management skills, strong analytical abilities and an unwavering commitment to the mission and ministry of Wheaton-Franciscan Healthcare. Dan loved life, whether it was time with family and friends, volunteering his time in the Greendale community or attending to his professional responsibilities. Dan was doing what he loved. As Dan will be missed by many people, we celebrate the fact that he is reunited with his grandparents, Richard and Doris Mattes and Walter and Shirley Hillmer. In lieu of flowers, the Dan Mattes Scholarship Fund has been established to annually benefit a graduate of Greendale High School.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Nov. 12, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Daniel Mattes

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21 Entries

Christine Rudella

November 25, 2013

Dear Kristin, my heart goes out to you and your entire family. It seemed like every time I was running, I saw Dan either driving or out in front of your house. He was always up for a fun 'hello.' I will miss that wave as I'm puttering along. I will keep you and your most beautiful children in my thoughts and in my prayers.

November 25, 2013

I am a retired member of the Central Market at WFHC, Dan was a kind man. No matter how busy he was, he always had time for all of us. A special leader who will be issued. My deepest sympathy to his family. blessings, Josie Wisialowski

Colleen Kristbaum

November 18, 2013

Dear Mattes Family, I am sorry I could not attend Dan's services last week. Dan was a very special person and a true leader for all of us. He will be missed.
Colleen Kristbaum

Maureen O'Reilly

November 15, 2013

I only knew Dan in a formal way - as a leader for Wheaton and through my job at St. Francis Hospital. When he spoke at meetings, I was always impressed by his sincerity and goodwill. I often heard from others that he was a person to be trusted, and a good manager. I send my sympathies to his wife and children, and am so sorry Dan is gone from us. What a loss to his family, his community, and to Wheaton.

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Maria Rodriguez

November 14, 2013

Heart break takes a very long time to heal, but God can help us heal during this difficult time as we mourn the loss of our WFHC - Central Market President, Dan Mattes. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Hector Colon

November 14, 2013

Dear Mattes Family,
I would like to express my sincere sympathy for the loss of Dan Mattes. I was very surprised and saddened to learn of his death. I had the privilege of meeting Dan when I applied for a job at Wheaton about 4 years ago. He was a wonderful leader in the health community and in the community as a whole. His passion for the care of others and his tireless efforts to improve the local health care system was an inspiration to all. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.

With heartfelt condolences,

Hector Colon, MS, OTR
Director
Department of Health and Human Services

Todd Ahrens Family

November 14, 2013

When you saw Dan he always had that big happy smile for you. It was a pleasure coaching our boys together last year, your patience, and humor will be greatly missed Coach. Our prayers to Kristin and the kids.

DR.GLOYECK AND STAFF

November 14, 2013

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Tom & Betti Sabatino

November 14, 2013

Our hearts were so saddened to hear of Dan's passing. He will be truly missed by so many. We pray God gives your family comfort and strength for each day.

November 14, 2013

Kristin, just no words... our hearts go out to you and your family. You both have touched so many lives -- please lean on this support during this time. Much love, Ethan and Joy Bach

Mary Jo Ricco-Fritz

November 13, 2013

The neighborhood will never be the same. You will be greatly missed Dan. Thank you for always stopping by Mom. Your kindness will forever be appreciated.

Bingo @ Greendale HS a few years back.

Mary Jo Ricco-Fritz

November 13, 2013

I was at a loss for words when I heard of Dan passing. He was one of a kind. Dan was a great friend and neighbor to our whole family. We will miss him dearly. Our deepest sympathy to his family, friends and work associates. -Ricco's-Fritz's

November 13, 2013

Dan was someone everyone respected and loved. He was a great boss and had so much to share. He will be missed so much on so many levels.
Marlene James

Drew Andrejat

November 13, 2013

Kristin, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and the kids.

November 13, 2013

Dan was a wonderful person, I remember him doing so much for his Grandmother Doris and how she loved him. Thank you Dan for all you did for Doris. He was very compassionate towards others. You will be missed dearly. I know you are an angel watching over your family now. Love Cindy Kreinus

Marsha Hake

November 12, 2013

Dan was "the real deal." He was kind, fair and treated all who crossed his path as an equal. This is truly a great loss for his family, the Wheaton family and community. My deepest sympathies go out to the Mattes family.

Marsha Hake

November 12, 2013

My expression of sympathy and prayers go out to the Mattes/Thomson family. I am truly sorry for your loss. I will be unable to come to the visitation or service due to previous commitments. You will be in my prayers. Don Druml

November 12, 2013

I worked at WFH from 2007 - 2009 and Dan was a great manager and family man. He will be truly missed my many. My sincere condolences to the Mattes family.
Deb Orlowski

November 12, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Mattes/Thomson family at this very difficult time. May God comfort you. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

With sincere sympathy,
The Sabinash Family

Jennifer Williams

November 11, 2013

Dan was an amazing leader. Despite his position, he treated everyone as an equal part of the team. Always approachable with a genuine smile on his face. My sincerest condolences to his family in this difficult time.

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