BOSSIER CITY, LA (FORMERLY OF RACINE) – Mr. Robert Lee Matsen, 66, passed away at his residence on Friday, February 24, 2012.
He was born in Racine on October 27, 1945, the son of the late Elmer and Lucille (nee: Ebert) Matsen. He graduated from Washington Park High School in 1964. On May 27, 1967 he married Linda Lucksted, the love of his life.
Bob last worked at AWI, retiring in 2004. He enjoyed collecting sports cards, bowling, camping and being in the company of his family. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
In addition to his loving wife, Linda, of Bossier City, LA he is survived by his children, Michael Lee (Lisa)Matsen, Amy Lou Matsen both of Racine, Robin (Aaron) Christensen of Arkansas; his grandchildren, Travin, Trentin, Caleb, Jordan, Alexis, Victoria, Nicholas, Elizabeth and Monique; his sisters and brothers, Gerry Howard of Franksville, Pat (Dennis) Hurley of Dauphin Island, AL, LuAnn (Mark) Smith of Racine, Jack (Helen) Matsen of Kenosha, Elmer (Sarah) Matsen of Racine, Paul (Pattie) Matsen of Nashville, TN, his twin brother, Richard (Rose) Matsen of Racine; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Karen (Mike) Maren, Sandra Lucksted, Mary Lucksted, Donna Ricchio, Ted (Kim) Lucksted, Robert (Gloria) Lucksted, Donald Lucksted, Terry Lucksted; as well as many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Bob was also preceded in death by his brother, Morris Matsen and brother-in-law, Edward Howard.
Family and friends are invited to meet at St. Lucy Catholic Church on Friday, March 2, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. for the celebration of Bob’s life and Mass of Christian Burial with Rev. Mark R. Jones officiating. There will be a visitation in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Thursday evening from 5-7 p.m. and in the church on Friday from 10-11 a.m.
Lee (Cain) Bacon says
Amy I am so sorry to hear about your dad. May he RIP. Thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family..
Ted & Kim Lucksted says
Linda Matsen & family,
We were saddened to hear of the passing of Bob..our deepest sympathy. We’re sorry we are unable to be present for the service for Bob..Ted is still recuperating from a complete knee replacement surgery(4 weeks ago), but our thoughts are with you.
Linda, a memorial gift will be in the mail to your address in Bossier City, LA, to be dispersed in whatever way you wish it to be dispersed.
Ted & Kim
ROBERT & GLORIA LUCKSTED says
Our dearest Linda & children. you are in our hearts always.
We will remember Bob always as a wonderful man, a great brother-in-law & just a wonderful person.
We are so sorry we can not attend but, you will be in our thoughts & prayers.
Linda we love you & our sinceriest sympathy.
LOVE -EARL & GLO .
Carole Wingo says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Linda, and Pat and family. May your memories give you strength, peace and comfort.
Casey and Melissa Wingo says
Our thought and prayers r with all of you . Your dad will be missed so very much, but will never be forgotten. Rest in peace uncle bob.
Carol Cook says
Linda, So sorry to hear about Bob’s passing. Was so happy when I had heard he was beating his cancer. I know your family will be a great comfort at this time. My deepest sympathy to you all.
Love, Carol
LeAnn Howard says
My deepest sympathy to your family during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.