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Kenneth H. Mattern, 90

February 28, 2018

Kenneth H. Mattern, 90, of Woodcrest Villa, died Wednesday, February 28, 2018 at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Charles and Tillie Krenz Mattern and the husband of the late Joanne Kline Mattern.

He was a member of Highland Presbyterian Church. Ken served in the US Air Force from 1946 to 1947. He graduated from J.P. McCaskey High School in 1945 and Pennsylvania State University in 1950, where he was a member of the Chi Phi Fraternity. He loved the Penn State Nittany Lions and the Philadelphia Phillies.

Ken was employed by the Mennen Company as a sales representative for 33 years, retiring in 1989. He was a member of Lamberton Lodge # 476 F.&A.M. In retirement he was a part-time employee of the Pennsylvania Dutch Convention and Visitors Bureau. Also, he volunteered with Meals on Wheels.

Surviving Ken are his two daughters, Lisa A., wife of the late John Woods, Jr. of Bensalem, PA and Debra M., wife of Dale Duespohl of Hurricane, WV; and four grandchildren, Matthew and Lauren Duespohl and Joshua and Christine Woods.

A viewing will take place 10-11 AM, followed by the funeral service at 11 AM with The Rev. Dr. Ann Osborne officiating, on Saturday, March 3, 2018 at the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. Interment in Conestoga Memorial Park. Kindly omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made to the Highland Presbyterian Church Hunger Fund, 500 E. Roseville Rd., Lancaster, PA 17601 or to the Mennonite Home Benevolent Care Program, Mennonite Home Communities, 2001 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601.

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March 03, 2018

Debbie, Lisa and family. So sorry to hear of your loss. May your father Rest In Peace. Sorry we were not able to attend the memorial service, but if you get to Lancaster in the future, let us know. 
Love,  Skip & Pam Walters 

March 02, 2018

I wish to extend my sympathy to you as a family on the loss of Dad.  I had the pleasure of working with him @ the Visitor Buearu. I count that an honor but he’s in heaven with Mother now! I am now serving 5 weeks of volunteer service in Lafayette, LA with Mennonite Disaster Service and will be coming home next Saturday.
Marian R Gochnauer

March 02, 2018

Debbie and Lisa,
We are so sorry about the loss of your father.  You have our deepest sympathy.
 
Please focus on the wonderful life he and your mother shared with you for many years.  They were both such a huge part of not only your lives,  but also your children’s lives – a blessing and gift that few grandchildren share.
Your father and mother are in peace and together again, and will be watching over all of you.
We’re so sorry we couldn’t be there for you, but our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Shane, Diane, Derek, Lexi & Lindsey
 

March 02, 2018

Debra, Lisa, family,
 
Having lived at 255 Pleasure Road ten plus years, one could not ask for better neighbors than the Matterns; “Mr. Mattern,” Joanne, Lisa, and Debra.  My profound condolences on the passing of your Dad.
What we have once enjoyed we can never lose.  All that we love deeply becomes a part of us.  –Helen Keller
My you find comfort in the numerous ways you walked with, stood by, cared for, and loved your Dad through the joys and challenges of life.
Warmly,
Mel Thomas
 

March 02, 2018

Dear Debbie and Lisa, We are so shocked and saddened to learn of Ken’s passing. We have such good memories of both of your parents. We just saw Ken last week and enjoyed a wonderful lunch with him at Woodcrest. Ken always had a new story to tell us, and we’ll now cherish each and every one. You and your families are in our prayers for God’s strength to be showered down on you all. In deepest sympathy, Harry and Eileen Flick

March 02, 2018

Dear Debbie and Lisa,
Was so very saddened to read this morning of your father’s death.  A very long time ago when Debbie and Carolyn were good friends at Brecht School our families met one another.  I thought the world of your parents, and we enjoyed many good times as we ferried you girls here and there.  Your family was so kind, but also lots of fun.  Your father was just a really fine person, and he always had a smile and warm greeting. I will let Carolyn know about your father, and we will keep you and your families close in our hearts and prayers, especially in these coming weeks ahead.  
In deepest sympathy,
Deborah (formerly Shertzer) Everett
Oak Bluffs, MA

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Saturday, March 03, 2018
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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3110 Lititz Pike
Lititz, PA 17543
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