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Kevin Matlock Obituary
Born in Scranton, son of the late John and Mary Corbett Matlock, he was a graduate of Tunkhannock High School and attended Keystone College. He worked for several financial institutions, such as Prudential and Bank of America, but was employed most recently by Commonwealth Health Systems.
Kevin's early life was spent at Lake Winola, and on the family dairy farm in Falls. He also worked for many years at the family business, Matlock's Bar in Falls.
Kevin, also known as "UK" to his nieces and nephews, had a passion for travel with his family to warmer climates. He loved the summer months and warm weather, always saying "the hotter the better." He was always the life of the party; every gathering was that much more fun when Kevin walked in.
He enjoyed music and watching old movies on TCM, and cherished the days he took family for boat rides on the lake. Kevin valued time with his cousins and always looked forward to the annual Christmas Eve gathering at Rita and Sal Scrimalli's home in Scranton. Kevin never allowed his illness to dampen his spirits. He was always ready to have a good time, right until the very end.
Surviving are two brothers, Mark, with whom he resided; and John and wife, Donna, Falls; two nephews, John and wife, Jessica, Trucksville; and Tim and wife, Amy, North Wales; and two nieces, Erin Faux and husband, Donald; and Tara Charron and husband, Francis, all of Dallas; and several great-nephews and great-nieces.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to those who were by his side and to Sacred Heart Hospice for making him comfortable in his final days.
The funeral will be Saturday at 12:45 p.m. from the Thomas J. Hughes Funeral Home Inc., 1240 St. Ann St., Scranton, with Mass of Christian Burial at 1 p.m. in St. Ann's Basilica. Interment will take place on Monday at Cathedral Cemetery. Friends may begin calling at noon on Saturday in the funeral home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kevin Matlock
Esther Smith
August 30, 2023
I´m sorry to hear of Kevin´s passing. The Matlocks were a memorable part of my Lake Winola memories. If only we could go back...Esther Smith (in Philadelphia)
Tina & Mike Mathers
October 29, 2016
We were so sorry to hear about the passing of Kevin. We hope you can find comfort in the wonderful memories you shared with him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Trish Burgess
October 27, 2016
Mark and Family - Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of Kevin. I too, worked with Kevin for many years at Prudential. Kevin was always a joy to not only work with, but also to laugh with. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Ann Marie Carroll
October 27, 2016
Kevin will be missed by his Bank of America family.
Nanci Neeson
October 27, 2016
I am very sadden to hear of Kevin's passing. I worked with him over the years. He will be missed.
Marilyn Rosberg
October 26, 2016
I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Kevin. I had the pleasure of spending time with him when he visited Key West. RIP, Kevin, RIP! You will be missed.
Steve Quatra
October 26, 2016
Mark, John, and family: I was shocked and saddened to hear of Kevin's passing. We worked together in the same department at Prudential and became good friends. I will always remember his kindness and great sense of humor. Kevin was always upbeat and positive and a great guy to work with. He always made me laugh and to this day I still remember his famous one liners. Please accept my deepest condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Martin Grego
October 26, 2016
Mark and family,I am very sorry for your loss.
October 26, 2016
Mark and family,
I am so very sorry to read about the loss of your brother. My best wishes to you and your family through this difficult time.
Bill Kravitz(PG)
Trina Saxon
October 26, 2016
Kevin and Mark were such a big part of my childhood memories! My heart is so heavy right now for your loss. Kevin and I reconnected on Facebook and it was a pleasure remembering old times with him.
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