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Benjamin Matlock Obituary

BENJAMIN F. MATLOCK, SR. CALUMET CITY, IL Benjamin F. Matlock, Sr., age 86, of Calumet City, IL, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 9, 2016. Beloved husband of Shirley M. Matlock, nee Petroski. Awesome dad of Janice (Michael) Dozier, Theresa (Donald) Postema, and Benjamin (Michelle) Matlock Jr. Loving grandpa of six. Dear brother of Roberta (late Junior) Dunivan. Step-son of Billy Dunivan. Kind uncle of many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents Benjamin and Nina Matlock, four sisters and one brother. Visitation Saturday, November 12, 2016 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 1:00 p.m. at Smits, DeYoung-Vroegh Funeral Home James E. Janusz Director 649 E. 162nd St. (Rt.6/159th St.) South Holland, IL with Rev. John J. Powers officiating. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions to Hospice of the Calumet Area (600 Superior Ave., Munster, IN 46321) or the American Cancer Society (17060 Oak Park Ave. Tinley Park, IL 60477) greatly appreciated. For further info, please contact 708-333-7000 or visit our online obituary and guest book at: www.SMITSFH.com

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Published by The Times on Nov. 11, 2016.

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Denise Alo

November 12, 2016

Dear Matlock Family, So sorry to hear of his passing. Hold all of the memories with him close to your heart as it will give you strength in the days ahead. I will keep everyone in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Denise Alo (Cserep)

valerie ziemkowski

November 11, 2016

We are going to miss you Ben

Norbert Novak

November 11, 2016

Sorry to hear of your loss. will miss seeing and talking with Ben at Sandridge

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