Racine – Edward John Matavka, 84, passed away at Kenosha Memorial Hospital on Monday, April 4, 2011. He was born in Racine on April 30, 1926, son of the late Joseph and Madeline Matavka. Edward served in the US Army and was stationed in England during WWII.

Edward was a lifetime resident of Racine, and had worked at Modine Manufacturing, and at Massey Harris for many years.

He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Marcia Matavka; and grandchildren, Jasson (Sara) Matavka and Melissa (John) Goines; and 5 great grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by his son, Edward J. Matavka, Jr.

In keeping with his wishes, cremation has taken place. Interment services and military honors will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, April 11, 2011 at the Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Union Grove.