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Dennis Mattes Obituary

Mattes, Dennis D.

March 21, 1943 - March 18, 2024

Gretna - Preceded in death by parents Earl & Dorothy, brother Frank. Survived by wife Karen, sons Erik (Pola), David (Kayla), Bryan, granddaughters Tamalii, Ellie, Kolbi, sisters Shirley Fredricksen, Ellen Collins, family and friends.

VISITATION: Monday 5 to 6:30 p.m. with VIGIL SERVICE 6:30 p.m. at church. FUNERAL SERVICE: 10 a.m. Tuesday (3/26/24) at St. Patrick Catholic Church 508 Angus St. Gretna. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Memorials to the family to be designated later.

Roeder Mortuary 11710 Standing Stone - Gretna, NE

402-332-0090 www.RoederMortuary.com

Published by Omaha World-Herald on Mar. 24, 2024.

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Bob Laughlin

October 11, 2024

I met Denny in 1985 while assigned to the FBI in Omaha. I was a new hire and we were both on the drug squad. Dennis taught me many of the fundamentals of investigation and maneuvering through the myriad rules, regulations, and policies. He was a great teacher and partner. I was sad to learn of his passing but very much appreciated the opportunity to work with him and to know such a fine person. I have very fond memories of Denny.

Barry DeJong

March 25, 2024

God Bless you Denny. Deepest sympathy to family.

Post Chaplain VFW District 10, FRA branch 276, American Legion Post 331

March 25, 2024

Thank you for your Service May you be Granted an Honorable and Restful Peace

Mark Dorcey

March 24, 2024

Rest In Peace Denny You lived a full life

Mark J Dorcey

Grant & Jill Perry

March 24, 2024

Prayers for Dennis & his beautiful family.

M S

March 24, 2024

Thank you for your military service

Ryan

March 24, 2024

So sorry for your loss of Denny. My sincere condolences go out to your family for your loss. (Psalms 94:19)

LaVone Tienken

March 22, 2024

I worked with Denny for many years and he was one of the nicest and happiest guys you could ever meet. You will be missed Denny!

Dave Burlew

March 22, 2024

Godspeed, Denny Mattes.

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25

Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

St. Patrick Catholic Church

508 Angus St., Gretna, NE

Mar

25

Vigil

6:30 p.m.

St. Patrick Catholic Church

508 Angus St., Gretna, NE

Mar

26

Funeral service

10:00 a.m.

St. Patrick Catholic Church

508 Angus St., Gretna, NE

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Roeder Mortuaries - Gretna Chapel

11710 Standing Stone Drive, Gretna, NE 68028

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