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Robert Mattis Obituary
Born in Shamokin, Oct. 14, 1955, he was a son of the late Francis A. and Anna (Bendas) Mattis. He was a lifelong resident of the area and was employed by the PA Department of Corrections for 26 years.
He was a 1973 graduate of Shamokin Area High School and was a member of the Catholic faith.
Bob served with the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War.
He was senior vice commander of the Kulpmont VFW, a member of the Lithuanian Club, life member of the East End Fire Company, life member of the Brady Fire Company, member of the Pride Mount Carmel/Coal Township Chapter Motorcycle Club and director of Overseas Veterans of Kulpmont. He was the founder of the Pride of Coal Township Chapter Motorcycle Club, where he served as vice president for two consecutive terms.
Bob enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and riding Harley Davidson motorcycles.
Survivors include a sister, Rita "Marcella" Ginitz, of Shamokin; a brother, Frank A. Mattis Jr., of Ashland; his best friend, Tina Maschal, of Mount Carmel, and friend, Tanya (Scandal) Broscius.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Dorothy West and Emily Rosini.
MATTIS — Robert J. Mattis, 56, of 1443 Wabash St., Coal Township. Relatives, friends and neighbors are invited to attend a graveside service at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the USMC Toys for Tots 2012 Annual Drive, c/o VFW, 823 Chestnut St., Kulpmont 17834.
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June 15, 2012
WE WILL MISS YOU ALOT! R.I.P, YOUR FRIENDS, FELICIA ,JIM AND JAIME<3
Rita Perginski Lisinski
June 13, 2012
My deepest sympathy to Rita and Denny and all the extended family. What a schock when I read it on line. He was a special part of our family, being that our Mom was his godmother and I spent so much time with your family. Peace and prayers go out to you.
Renee Pawlicki
June 13, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the Mattis family. My prayers are with you.
My amazing friend Bob
Samantha Miriello
June 12, 2012
Bob was a great man who I knew for many years. He was a great friend. He would make me laugh even when he was in pain. Your not in pain anymore Bob and your in a better place. Someday I'll see you again. Miss you and Love you always xoxoxoxo
Dave Deppen
June 12, 2012
We will remember Bob His Friend and friends at the VFW Kulpmont Pa.
Joe Willis
June 12, 2012
Jeez Bob I'm in shock. I wish you would of told me you were sick when I saw you a few months back at Scotts (weis). I didn't find out till later about your illness. I'm sorry you had to suffer bud. You were a good guy. Thanks for being a friend. I will always remember those booze tours with you and Clyde when we were younger. Those were the days. God bless you my friend, till we meet again in heaven. May the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace. Good bye Brother. To Bobs family and close friends, My sympathies and Good Thoughts to you.
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