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Donald Ernest Matt

Nov 28, 1941 – Jul 1, 2017

Service Details

His Homegoing will be held in the Lakeview Church of Christ, 3224 Wright Ave. on Monday. July 10th at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Ron Brown officiating. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Sunday from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. and in the church on Monday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will follow in Graceland Cemetery.

 

Donald E. Matt, went to meet his Heavenly Father on Saturday, July 1, 2017. Don was born in Racine on November 28, 1941 the son of the late William and Willie Mae (nee: Davis) Matt.

Don graduated from William H. Horlick High School in 1960. He excelled in football, basketball, and baseball. He also excelled in these sports in college at Fresno, CA. Don was a coach for Little League football and basketball. Don had employed with Human Resources at J.I. Case for over 30 years.

Don will be deeply missed by his twin brother, Ron Matt; sister, Brenda Harris; aunts Susie (Calvin) Matt, Erma (James) Matt,

Nephew, Richard Harris; nieces, Candice Matt, Renee Harris, Stephanie Cornwell, and Twyla Brown, all of Racine. He is also survived by special cousins, Bobbie Bulluck, Jerry Northlet, Juanita Corbin, Gerald “Tony” Brown, Vermel Jackson, Terry Waters, and Bell Lang; special friends Jeanette Grear, Levon Sims, and Debbie Lambert, Gary Martin, Joe Pica, Bill Bland, and Johnny Vaugh, all of Racine. Special college buddies Levi Owens, of Fresno, CA, and Art Ayres of Sacramento, CA, and a host of other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents William and Willie Mae, and his younger brother, Vernon Matt.

His Homegoing will be held in the Lakeview Church of Christ, 3224 Wright Ave. on Monday. July 10th at 11:00 a.m. Robert Ferguson officiating. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Sunday from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. and in the church on Monday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will follow in Graceland Cemetery.

 

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  1. DONNA ADAMS, LAWRENCEVILLE, GA says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:27 pm

    MY HEART IS HEAVY ON HEARING OF DONALD PASSING. MAY GOD BLESS THE FAMILY, ESPECIALLY, RONALD AND BRENDA. MAY YOU ALL FIND COMFORT KNOWING DONALD IS RESTING PEACEFULLY. I WILL CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR THE FAMILY. FROM DONNA ADAMS, THE JENKINS CHILDREN AND LAVOSHA AND TERRANCE .

  2. Perry Lee says

    July 5, 2017 at 3:25 pm

    I have fond memories of Don as we enjoyed times fishing in his boat on Brown’s Lake and Eagle Lake. May God grant comfort and peace to those loved ones left behind knowing that he is now in the arms of God.

  3. RickeyMoore & Family says

    July 6, 2017 at 6:39 am

    Praying for peace & comfort for the family.

  4. Daryl K. Seymour says

    July 6, 2017 at 4:21 pm

    Very sad that Don has passed. Fond memories of Horlick home basket ball games during our Senior year. I was a member of the Pep Band . . I can still recall the “Kings of the Court” . .Ron, Don, Orlando and Brian . .
    Rest in Peace “Brother Matt”. . Also upholding Brother Ron in prayers during this very sad time.
    We never had classes together . .but would cross paths in the Halls of Horlick between classes. I never could determine who was Ron or Don, . .others had the same issue and would simply acknowledge both as Ron-Don. I would always address both as “Brothers Matt” and both responded with the greeting of “Brother Seymour”!
    RIP

  5. Karen Damm (Katie Lewis) says

    July 7, 2017 at 8:57 am

    My memories of Don and his brother, Ron, are all connected to sports, particularly baseball. Watching them play ball, even in the summer, was an important part of my teenage years. These many years later, I am still a serious baseball fan! When asked by others how I got to be such a fan, I always give credit to the “guys” and especially to Don and Ron. My condolences to the family at a time that is always difficult.

  6. wayne lensert says

    July 8, 2017 at 7:39 am

    ron and don were my friends from junior and high school. I never had a hard time knowing who was who I always could tell the twins apart. I was in several classes with both brothers. I have been stopping over to their home, to see the brothers for years.as my sister-in-law SHERI G. lives across the street, . whom both brothers have know for 30 years, or more. sorry you had to leave gods earth so soon, you will be missed by many, but our relationship, will always be very dear to me. don was a special friend , as I always looked up to. i was proud to have him as a school mate, and friend. tears are flowing down my cheeks as I write this. I love you man, and will keep praying for you. your friend always wayne.

  7. wayne lensert says

    July 8, 2017 at 7:45 am

    hello don you and I were friends for many years, even though I lived in Minocqua for years, whenever I came to Racine for a visit I always stopped over to see you guys, you were both special friends I looked up to. sorry you have passed so young. god must have needed another angel. well he picked a great one. will keep praying for you. your friend always, wayne

  8. Dorothy Bizzle an family says

    July 8, 2017 at 10:23 pm

    To the Matt family sending prayers of love and comfort in the loss of our dear friend may you rest in peace…….
    From the Dorothy Bizzle an family

  9. Sheila Grandy says

    July 14, 2017 at 10:18 pm

    Just look to the Lord for taking your love one, he fought a good fight, he was tired, Jesus said come rest. Don has earned his crown and sitting on the right side of the Lord.

  10. Charles and Glorious Hicks and Family says

    July 15, 2017 at 7:45 pm

    Dear Ron. We are so heavy in heart at the loss of your Brother. The pain can never be measured as we grieve with you. I pray Daniel gets over to see you.
    Charles and Glorious Hicks and Family

  11. O.R. F. says

    July 25, 2018 at 7:24 pm

    Hey buddy, I see you checked out before me. I hope and pray that you continue your new job, which involves employing angels in heaven. I pray for Ron, your twin and I know that you’ll continue being with him, in spirit. I’ll miss your friendship and hearing your advice. But, I know now that your at peace. We’ll see each other again in paradise. My prayers are to your family forever. Your long lost friend from Racine

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Special thanks to Mike Langendorf….many tears of joy overwhelm the family. You are a very unique person.  I cry because you know how to make the best out of any situation. You lay my husband away beautifully and there are not words that I can really express how grateful I am. All the people at your funeral have my gratitude for the love and care you showed us.   You all are truly God fearing people who care about people.  Thanks and may God bless you all richly!   The Coleman’s

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