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William Matters

October 13, 1949 - September 30, 2018

William "Bill" Matters, 68 of Rural Kankakee, passed away at Presence St, Mary's Hospital and was blessed, to have his loving family surrounding him. He passed on September 30, 2018. Bill was born in Story City, Iowa on October 13, 1949, to Kenneth and Pauline (nee Aryes). He graduated from East Ridge High School in 1967. He worked for 39 years at Crown, Cork, & Seal as an operator/ maintainer. He enjoyed music (attempting to teach himself guitar, ukulele, and harmonica), reading and, motorcycles. Surviving him is his wife, Marcia (nee Smith), whom he married at Aroma Park Methodist Church,May 29, 1976. Bill was also survived by 3 children, Jennifer Matters and Kimberly Larsen (both IL) and Patrick Murphy (Colorado), 3 granddaughters - Lacie Ramirez, Tricia Kooey, & Claire Murphy), and 1 great-granddaughter, Charlotte. He was preceded in death by his parents and 1 brother, Michael. A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers donation may be made to Hospice of Kankakee Valley, 482 Main St NW, Bourbonnais, IL 60914 Please sign the guestbook.

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William "Bill" Matters, 68 of Rural Kankakee, passed away at Presence St, Mary's Hospital and was blessed, to have his loving family surrounding him. He passed on September 30, 2018. Bill was born in Story City, Iowa on October 13, 1949, to... View Obituary & Service Information

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