Tim and Nelda Mataczynski
Tim and Nelda Mataczynski
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Tim and Nelda Mataczynski Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Tim and Nelda Mataczynski, beloved husband and wife, who shared a lifetime of love, laughter, and devotion to family and community.
Tim Mataczynski was known for his quiet strength, unwavering integrity, and generous spirit. A man of principle and kindness, he was deeply respected by all who knew him. Nelda Mataczynski, his cherished partner in life, brought warmth, grace, and joy to every room she entered. Her compassion and gentle nature touched countless lives.
Together, Tim and Nelda built a life rooted in love and service. Their home was a place of welcome, filled with the sounds of family gatherings, shared meals, and heartfelt conversations. Their hearts expressed a spirit of adoption, a welcoming attitude that embraced others as family regardless of background. They were devoted parents, grandparents, and friends, always placing others before themselves.
Their legacy lives on in the hearts of those they leave behind-family, friends, and all who were fortunate enough to know them. Though they are no longer with us, their love endures, and their memory will be cherished forever.
They are survived by sister to Tim, Ann Marie Mataczynski, brother to Nelda, Dale Benson (Suzanne), son, Duane Mataczynski (Shannon), son-in-law, Steven Merck, (Victoria) grandson, Joey Merck, and grandson, Connor Mataczynski
They are preceded in death by Danell Merck, daughter, Peter and Judy Mataczynski, parents to Tim, and Sverre and Marzella Bensen, parents to Nelda.
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Kathy Reeves
September 19, 2025
Beautiful family filled with much love. Much love for their family and friends. Tim a quiet and loving soul, husband, father and friend. Nelda sweet gentle and loving soul, wife, mother and friend. Danell my beautiful sister loving daughter, wife, mother and my sister/friend. My sincere condolences to the family I have not met and the ones I have, your in my thoughts and prayers. Love you and miss you deeply.
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