"Sincerest condolences to the Mattes family. Marilyn was a kind, gentle soul who touched so many lives. She was a blessing to all who knew her. My family and I are praying for you all."
In loving memory of
Marilyn K. Mattes
December 6, 1947 - November 13, 2017
Marilyn K. Mattes, age 69, of Washington, passed away November 13, 2017.
She was born on December 6, 1947 in Batesville, Indiana to Kenneth and Ancille (Kipp) Davis. She graduated from Brookville High School in 1965 and Indiana State University in 1969 with a Bachelor of Science degree in elementary education and obtained her Masters in Elementary Education in 1972 at Indiana State University. She had taught at Avon Elementary in 1969 and started teaching in Washington in 1970 at West End Elementary and Veale. She had also taught Title One math at Griffith, Lenna Dunn and Washington Catholic Schools. She retired from Washington Community Schools on May 31, 2004. Marilyn was a member of the Central Christian Church, where she was an active member of Christian Women’s Fellowship, Church Choir, Jubilee Christmas and the Navajo work camp mission in New Mexico, Eastern Star Lodge 410, Alpha Sigma Alpha at Indiana State University, Monday Afternoon Club, and was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan.
She is survived her husband Larry Mattes, whom she married June 7, 1970; three daughters, Rachel Mattes, Sarah Stuckey and Rebecca Mattes all of Indianapolis; brother, Richard (Honey) Davis of Greensburg; two sisters, Jeanne Wilson of Fountain City, Indiana and Elizabeth (Sandy) Ping of Cincinnati, Ohio; seven grandchildren, Dakota Mattes, Breana Mattes, Lucas Mattes, Sam Mattes, Kennedy Stuckey, Kristen Stuckey and Nevaeh Mattes.
She was preceded in death by her parents; one granddaughter, Kaitlyn Mattes; and brother-in-law, Carl Wilson.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday at Central Christian Church in Washington, 10 W Van Trees St, Washington, IN 47501, with Rev John Dunn officiating. Visitation will be from 4:00 PM– 8:00 PM on Friday at Central Christian Church in Washington.
In lieu of flowers donations may be given to Central Christian Church, 10 W Van Trees St, Washington, IN 47501.
Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.edleemortuary.com
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"Mr Mattes, So sorry for your losses. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs, Judy"
"Larry our prayers are with Marilyn as she is with the Lord. Our prayers are also for you and your family,"
""When you are going through something hard and wonder where God is, remember the teacher is always quiet during a test." Larry, Rachel, Sarah, Becca and families, We are lifting up prayers for the entire family during this difficult, tragic time. Please know you have our deepest condolences, Grace and Rex Arvin Family "
"So sorry to hear of this ! My thoughts and prayers are with all the family."
"Larry, My heart sank as I heard the news of Marilyn's passing. But I also rejoiced, knowing that Heaven gained a wonderful soul. She is celebrating with the angels now. She is also watching over you. I will never forget her smile and kindness. Prayers for you and the family as you go through this journey without her and Kaitlyn."
"Larry I was so sad to have my daughter Lori Brummitt call me and tell me of the passing of Marilyn and Kaitlyn. How well I remember Marilyn from attending Central Christian Church. My granddaughter Nacole Lovejoy was a good friend of Kaitlyn. Blessings to all of your family and they will be in my prayers. Ann Blessings to all of you! Ann (Gray) Geeson"
"You were such a wonderful woman. You were an excellent teacher who loved her students. Have many memories of you Mrs. Mattes. God has gained two angels. God bless you and the family is in my prayers."