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His memorial service will be held in the funeral home on Wednesday, September 21st at 11:00 a.m. Visitation will be that same from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service.
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Henry B. Mata, 76, passed away at Ascension-All Saints, on Saturday, September 10, 2022. He was born in Fort Worth, TX on January 13, 1946, the son of the late Meliton, and Marie (nee: Bermejo) Mata.
Henry had been employed by S.C. Johnson and Son for over 30 years. He was a member of St. Lucy Catholic Church, the Johnson 20 Year Club, JMBA, and a former member of the Racine Instinctive Bowmen. Henry was an avid pool player, hunter, fisherman, and golfer. On the weekends, he enjoyed rummaging and antiquing.
Surviving are his two sons, Chris (Marcella) Mata, of Racine, and Henry Mata, of Nashville, TN; five grandchildren, Nathaniel, Lexus, Alexander, and Antonio Mata, and Gabriel Merriman; sisters and brothers, Lupe (Henry) Sosa, Jesse (Lydia) Mata, Juanita Mata, Javier “Chico” (Gloria) Mata, Antonio “Tony” (Pauline) Mata: sister-in-law, Carol Mata, all of Racine; extended family, Leonard Tobias, Ricky and Bonnie Muniz, all of Racine. In addition to his parents, Henry was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Nadine Mata, his brother, Meliton Mata Jr., and sister, Socorro Mata.
Alicia Anchondo Flores says
Our deepest sympathy, prayers for comfort, enjoyed our visit with you,Carol and Juanita. RIP.
Mike Pulice says
Wow so sorry for you and your family i am sure your dad was a good person and he raised you the right way so you can do the same for your family, take the time to be grateful you had him for as long as you did.
Joe & Rachel Bermejo says
Our deepest sympathy to all our Mata Cousins in Racine and to Henry’s children & grandchildren. May you find comfort that Henry is now resting peacefully.
Love Donna and Bob Merriman says
My heart is a little less heavy knowing Henry & Shirley are reunited in heaven. I still get a chuckle when we went to Statue of Liberty and locked my keys in car! So many memories of a life well lived, share them together and hold each other just a bit tighter. RIP Henry
Ted Chacon says
My sincerest condolences for you at this time.
You have our deepest sympathies, God bless.
Tom Chernouski says
Sincere condolences to the family! Worked with Henry at the Wax! He was a good man! God Bless!
Norem Cain says
Sorry for your loss.
Keith and Gayle Johnson says
Keith and I worked with Henry at SCJ. He was kind and funny and an excellent cook! It was always a pleasure to talk with him. Sending our sincere condolences, God bless Henry and all of his loved ones.
Tim Reid says
RIP Henry…You were a good man. I’m sure you will be missed.
Esther & Joe Gonzales says
We were so sorry to hear of Henry’s passing. He’s in God’s Hand’s now…May he rest in peace. Condolences to Chris & family, Henry Keith & all of the Mata Family. God Bless All of You 🙏🏼 love Esther & Joe
Martin Villarreal says
My condolences to you and your family sorry for your loss
Wally Melik. Hot Springs Village, AR says
So sorry to hear of Henry’s passing. We worked together for many years at Jaywax. He was one of of kind. With a great personality. Henry will be in our prayers.
Ana Sanchez says
RIP Henry. You’ll never be forgotten . My condolences to the family
Ernesto DeLaO says
My condolences to the family. Henry was a cool cat! RIP Mr. Mata
Ruben Fuentes says
My sincere condolences .
Charles C Jones says
Loved my conversations with Henry when I worked at SCJ he had a kind soul always looking out for people. He will be deeply missed.