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Lillian Matuska Obituary
Sept. 7, 1922 - Jan. 14, 2017
Lillian Matuska went to be with her heavenly father on January 14, 2017. She was 94 years old. Lillian was born on September 7, 1922 in Tabor, South Dakota to Robert and Mary Dvoracek. She married Raymond Donald Matuska and they had three boys. Lillian and "Don" moved to Stockton where they raised their sons. Due to her Don's unexpected death in 1966, Lillian went back to school to obtain her teaching certificate. She, along with her friend Betty Wilhite, established and taught at Lincoln Little Learners, a Christian school on Porter Way. She dedicated her life to teaching children about Jesus. Lillian enjoyed traveling, to place such as Taiwan, Korea, and Egypt, however, her favorite destination was Israel, because it was "where Jesus walked." Lillian is survived by her children Larry and Vickie, Barbara, and Jerry and Tami Matuska, all of Stockton; grandchildren Don Matuska, Debbie and Shelly Sanada, Diane, Dan and Lisa, Michael and Tracey, David and Marian, Jeffrey, Jacob Matuska; great grand-children Alissa, Allison, Maren, Maison, Chezanny, Faith and Hope Matuska; sister Delores Corrine; nephews Norman Obr, Terry, Lorin, and Jeff Hicks, Chris Andresen, and niece Sharon Meadows. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Don, son Gary, siblings Albina, Elsie, Olga, Irene, Ernest, and nephew Rod Hicks. A private Graveside Services will be held for family members. If friends wish to leave a message for the family, please do so through Record.net. Donations in Lillian's name may be given to Lakeview Assembly, children's ministries.
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Memories and Condolences
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Nancy (Clark) France
February 16, 2018
Lillian was a very sweet lady and true Christian . I loved her so much. I have had her on my mind so much lately and now I know why. I am so sorry for the family's loss. I have many memories of her and will never forget her.
Barbara Keith
January 24, 2017
I met Lillian when my husband and I were pastors at Lakeveiw Assembly. It was wonderful to have a dedicated prayer warrior as a member. She continued to send wonderful inspirational letters even after we moved on. I received a $2 gift as well. But I didn't know the story behind it. She will be missed.
Lisa Whittemore
January 24, 2017
I remember Lillian Matuska! She would host and teach our young adults in-home bible study group in her house. She was my first mentor in the 1980s. I was in my 20s. She is the sweetest and kindest and a woman full of faith. She is a precious soul who loved her saviour. My heart goes out to the family, may the God of peace comfort you during this time.
Lisa Burruel Garcia
January 23, 2017
Sweet Miss Lillian.... she was my Sunday School teacher in first and second grade. I still have the $2.00 bills she used to give me on my birthdays as a child. I've always loved her and I can't wait to see her in Heaven some day!
January 20, 2017
I remember Lillian, when my son was about 3 or 4 yrs old at Lincoln Little learners pre-school. she was the Sunlight in the early morning hrs always happy to see the kids come in, her structure in class was appreciated how they all loved her. Ms. Lillian. you made an impression and impact on those you touched in some way or another. RIP.
David Jenkins
January 19, 2017
I met Mrs. Matuska in the late summer of 1980 when she dropped her youngest son at college. Sometimes I would visit their home. She was always a gracious hostess. Though she would leave early for work, she would place out on the kitchen table an assortment of fruit and cereals. I appreciated her thoughtfulness.
As the years went by we would occasionally exchange letters. She would enclose a bookmark or news clipping of some importance. She may mention a prayer topic or End Times observation. For a while I served in missionary service. At times Mrs. Matuska enclosed a meaningful financial gift in her letters. I still own a $2 bill she sent years ago. It was far more important to me to keep, than to spend, because of the prayer warrior from whom it had come.
Sandy Green
January 19, 2017
May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. Psalms 116:15. -
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