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Jean M. Mattes Jean M. Mattes, born December 21, 1959 in Chicago, passed away, October 12, 2009 at Edward Hospital in Naperville. 17 year resident of Naperville. Jean was a loving wife and mother, good neighbor, friend to all and devoted Christian. She was an avid gardener and member of the Polish National Alliance. Beloved wife of Stephen; loving mother of Kaitlyn Mattes and Jimmy Mattes; beloved daughter of Lillian and the late Roman Kolpacki; dear sister of Lucy (Joseph) Diliberto, Edward (Ruth) Kolpacki, Irene Kolpacki and Gregory (Velma) Kolpacki; fond aunt of Michele (Dennis) Graber, Bobby Diliberto, Michael, David, Megan, Sabrina, Gregory Jr. and Alex Kolpacki. Family and friends to gather Saturday, October 17th for 10AM Memorial Mass at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 9404 S. Cass Ave., Darien

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Published by Naperville Sun on Oct. 15, 2009.

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March 18, 2010

We are sorry for the loss of Jean and will always remember her bright smile and love of family, friends and nature. I will miss our chats about our doggies and I will miss seeing the two of you taking your walks with your dogs. a great and loyal friend and neighbor to all. may she rest in peace.
Mary Kay and Mike Wojciechowski and family

October 17, 2009

I am sorry to hear of the loss of Jean.
She was very friendly. I will miss the little chats I had with her on my way to school. My deepest sympathy to the Mattes Family.

Jill Devor

Scott May

October 17, 2009

Although I had not seen Jean in many years, I remember her as a great friend, and a beautiful soul. My deepest condolences to Jean's family.Peace,my friend.

October 16, 2009

Dear Steve, Kaitlyn, and Jimmy,
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. Jean was a wonderful neighbor and a talented gardner. Each of us share memories of her kindness and will miss her smile. May memories comfort you in this time of loss.
John, Michelle, Christopher, Emily and Jonathon Pappas

Sharon

October 15, 2009

Dear Lucy & Joe and your entire family,
I am deeply sorry for the loss of your sister. My prayers are with you during this difficult time. May the Good Lord grant you all the strength you need. Sharon Aiello Borchardt (Angie's sister)

Don, Deb, Julie and Katie Mattes

October 15, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with Steve and family.

Sandra Stamenkovich

October 15, 2009

Jean will always be alive in my heart. She was a wonderful friend, mother, wife, sister and daughter who loved with her whole being. She was so devoted to her family...more so than herself. I will miss you, Jean, but I know you are with Mr. Kolpacki now and all our other loved ones. Pain free and forever young....and I just gained another angel to look over my shoulder.

The Suvas

October 15, 2009

The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.

Beth Meyers

October 15, 2009

Steve, Kaitlyn and Jimmy...Words cannot express how much we will miss our treasured neighbor and her beautiful smile. May you be surrounded by the love of family and friends during this very difficult time.

Cara Dunleavy

October 15, 2009

What a wonderful lady! Living next to the Dilibero's my family was able to get to know Aunt Jean very well! The entire family is in our thoughts and prayers during this time of sadness!

Tina James

October 15, 2009

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. I have many memories of Jean from when I was younger.

October 15, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I have missed Jean for a long time due to her illness. We were so close we had so many good times. I introduced her to Kams Bar. There she met her true love Steve. We used to go camping to the bar or just being together. I will always miss her. I loved her for 31 years.
Cathy Pelling

Jen Maita

October 15, 2009

Jean and her family are in our thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss and hope you find some sort of comfort with Jean in Heaven.

October 15, 2009

My prayers and heart go out to everyone in the family for the loss of Jean. She was a sweetie...she is now your Angel above watching over all of you...God Bless each and every one of you at the time of your loss. Our Deepest Sympathy, Love Angie & John Dundas (good friends of Lucy & Joe)

Tom & Carole James

October 15, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. She was a wonderful person and will be truly missed. God Bless you all at this trying time.

October 15, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We will remember Jean as a wonderful neighbor with a friendly smile and an incredible gift for gardening. May your loving memories comfort you now and in the future. Our deepest condolences for your loss.

The Heydens

Phil Quill

October 15, 2009

Jean was always so friendly. She always had a smile for everyone.
We will all miss her very much, but only for a time. We will see her again in Heaven. I pray that knowing that will help Steve, Kaitlyn and Jimmy in the days ahead of them.

Mary and Michael Atkinson

October 15, 2009

Steve, Jimmy, Kaitlyn: I am so sorry to hear about Jeannie. Words can not express my sympathy. She was truly a wonderful person. Michael and I will miss her. Our prayers are with you, your Grandma and all of your family at this difficult time.

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