Cleo Matthews

Cleo Matthews obituary, Maywood, IL

Cleo Matthews

Cleo Matthews Obituary

Published by Russo's Hillside Chapels on Nov. 16, 2018.
Cleo Matthews passed away November 16, 2018. Vietnam Veteran and beloved husband of Sandra nee Donaldson, devoted father of Shakira Matthews, Kimberly Matthews, Nicole Matthews, and the late Sonja Davis. Loving Son of the late Emanuel and the late Minnie nee Robinson. Fond Grandfather of Paradise, Diamante, Destiny, Vance Jr., Nivea, Amir Jazlynn and Jayden. Dear Brother of Abel, Lillian McWater, Beatrice Gauthier, Johnnie Ruth and the late Leotis, Late Eddie, and the late Willie Mae McGhee. Dear Uncle of many. Family and friends are to gather for the visitation Friday, November 23, 2018 from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Russo's Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside, IL 60162 (Located between Mannheim and Wolf Road). Funeral will be on Saturday, November 24, 2018 with a visitation at 10:00 a.m. until time of service 11:00 a.m. at Russo's Hillside Chapels. Interment at Oakridge cemetery. For additional info. Call (708)449-5300. Please visit Cleo's personal tribute website at www.russoshillsidechapels.com and sign his guestbook.

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May 22, 2019

I am so sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences go out to your family. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" strengthen you during this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1,2. And may the wonderful hope of everlasting life give you comfort. - John 17:3

January 23, 2019

Hello please accept my condolence. you are not alone during this time of sorrow and pain. may God give your family strength and comfort Ps 147:5.

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