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11111 West Janesville Road

Hales Corners, Wisconsin

Matthew Sekula Obituary

Sekula, Matthew Died peacefully on November 8, 2009, at the age of 92. Resident of Muskego for 53 years. Husband of Mae Reece (nee Karolus), for nearly 60 years. Father of Mark (Donna) and Mike (Michele). Step-grandpa of Ashley, and great-step-grandpa of Cambria. Further survived by his brother Peter (Marianne) Kosmina, of Texas, and other relatives and friends. He joined the Army during WWII, and was with a Radar Unit serving in the Aleutian Islands. He loved to golf, fish, play cards and bowl. However, he was most passionate about woodworking and making beautiful furniture for his family and friends. A very special "thanks" to the caring people at Ruth Hospice. A Memorial Gathering will be held at the Funeral Home Thursday, November 12, 4-6PM. Memorial Service 6PM. Private inurnment. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to your favorite charity or Ruth Hospice. HARTSON FUNERAL HOME 11111 W. Janesville Rd. www.hartsonfuneralhome.com

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Nov. 10, 2009.

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Judy and Tom Ventimiglia

November 15, 2009

I remember Matt telling his joke at dinner. It was funny and we all laughed. That is how I would like to remember. Our sympathy to the family and especially to Mae. Let us forever honor the spirit - of someone who meant so much to so many people.
With love and sympathy,

SUE AND BOB SORENSEN

November 11, 2009

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
BOB AND I WILL REMEMBER OUR CHERISHED
CRIBBAGE GAMES, MATT ALWAYS HAD THE CARDS COUNTED BEFORE THEY HIT THE TABLE. HE WILL BE REMEMBERED IN OUR HEARTS

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