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Joseph Matis Obituary
Joseph J. Matis, 89, formerly of Hokendauqua, died Sept 9 in Palmerton Hospital. He was married to Cecelia (Piskanin) Matis of Chester Springs. Born in Hokendauqua, he was the son of the late Elizabeth (Kovach) Matis Ondush and the late Joseph Matis. A home builder, he was a self-employed general contractor for many years. A WWII veteran, he was an army staff sergeant serving in the Third Army under General George Patton in the Battle of the Bulge. He was a lifetime member of the American Legion Post #739, Hokendauqua and the VFW Post #7215, Walnutport. Survivors: Wife; son, Joseph J. Matis III and his wife Regina of Fairborn, OH; daughter, Christine Crawford of Chester Springs; grandchildren, Brian Matis and Joseph Crawford; two great-grandchildren; nieces; nephews. He was predeceased by a daughter, Eileen Matis-Wong, two brothers, two sisters. Services: Private. Interment, Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville, PA. Arrangements, Robert A. Hauke Funeral Home, Coplay.
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Tammy M.
September 24, 2011
Joe was a man filled with wisdom, courage, and moxie. He will be missed by many and never be forgotten. With love and respect always...
Conrad Naegle
September 20, 2011
Joe,
My deepest sympathies on your father's loss. May your thoughts always be full of fond memories of him and all your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Debra Ray
September 20, 2011
Dear Mr. Matis, Mrs. Matis and family
My most deepest and heartfelt condolences on the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.
September 19, 2011
Our sincere condolences for your family's loss.
Sylvia and John Marth
Bill Torres
September 19, 2011
Joe,
To you and your family my deepest sympathy for the the loss of your father. The loss of a family guiding light is a void that is never empty for long with so many friends to share their light. May you find peace and comfort.
Frank Cales
September 19, 2011
Joe,
My thoughts are with you in these moments of grief and sorrow for you and your family. Hopefully, happy memories of your dad have helped you during these times. God bless you and your family.
Frank and Gail Cales
Dad with Beloved WWII hat.
Joseph Matis
September 18, 2011
Dad will now get to see all his WWII buddies who preceeded him in death. May he share only the good times with those who served with him under Gen George S. Patton. A salute to dad and all those who served.
Dad with Eileen
Joseph Matis
September 18, 2011
Dad now spends time with his daughter Eileen who preceeded him in death. May he find happiness as he shares eternity with Eileen.
Dad with WWII hat
Joseph Matis
September 18, 2011
Dad and Eileen
Joseph Matis
September 18, 2011
September 15, 2011
God bless you and keep you all in the palm of HIs hands.
Pat Takatsch Hauck
My Grammy was a Kovach
Vicki Lewis
September 14, 2011
Joe/Regina,
Sorry, for your loss. May everyones prayers and God's Love bring you some comfort in the days ahead. Love you, both.
Ray Bieak
September 14, 2011
I extend my condolences to Uncle Joe's Family for their loss. I am glad to have been a part of my Uncle's life for the past decade. I respected his determination / struggle to stay independent for as long as he could. I salute my Uncle for achieving his goal to return to his home before he passed away. Peace.
September 13, 2011
Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Our deepest sympathy, Mark and Kim
Jerry and Mary
September 13, 2011
R.I.P.Joe!
Dennis Rumbley
September 13, 2011
Joe and family, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. May God grant you the peace and comfort that only He can give in such times. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Carey Gravenstine
September 13, 2011
Joe, Please accept my condolences for the loss of your father.
Sheila Todd
September 13, 2011
Joe,
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Sheila
Velma Keller
September 13, 2011
Joe/Gina,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your dad was such a character. I feel like I knew him from all the great stories you shared. My thoughts and prayers are with you. We are all here for you.
Velma Keller
September 13, 2011
Joe/Gina,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your dad was such a character. I feel I have gotten to know him thru your great stories. Take care and know we are all here for you.
Velma Keller
Marlyna Hidalgo
September 13, 2011
Receive our gratitude and love.
Marlyna Hidalgo
WPAFB, OHIO
Linda Kelly
September 13, 2011
Joe: Please accept my condolences for the loss of your father. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Best wishes,
Linda Kelly
Patty Moore
September 13, 2011
Joe,
I am so sorry to hear about your father's passing. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Take care and remember the wonderful memories that you have of him.
Michael Squire
September 13, 2011
Joe,
I would like to express my sincere condolences on the recent passing of your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. May the Lord grant each of you strength and comfort.
Ken and Dawn Farkas
September 13, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. It was an honor to know of you through your son.
Dawn Voelkl
September 13, 2011
Joe,
I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time.
Henry Cooney
September 13, 2011
Joe,
I was sorry to hear about your dad's passing. Jesus knows what it is like to have loved ones die and to die himself. He also is the first to be raised from the dead. This uniquely equips Him to be able to comfort you, Gina, and your family as you go through this very hard time in the loss of your dad. May you find true comfort in Jesus.
Kubilius Jerry
September 13, 2011
Dear Joe,
My condolences on your loss. I am sure that your father is now in a much better state.
Warm regards,
Jerry
Sean Halpin
September 13, 2011
Keeping you in our prayers and sending loving thoughts your way.
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