BORN

1921

DIED

2012

FUNERAL HOME

Schramka-Borgwardt Funeral and Cremation Services

1603 South 81st Street

West Allis, Wisconsin

Matthew Videkovich Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 22, 2012.

Videkovich, Matthew F.
Found peace Tuesday August 21, 2012 at age 91. Loving husband for 58 years of Helen (nee Edwards). Devoted dad of Kathy (Ed) Schmidt, Richard (Sylvia), Russell, Brian (Eva), and Karen (Cameron) Wilson. Dear grandpa of ten grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Brother of the late William (Marion), Martin (Doris dec.), the late Dorothy (Jim dec.) Cunningham and Marian (William dec.) Marinkovich. Further survived by numerous nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends. Celebration of Life will be held at 4:00 PM Saturday August 25, 2012 at the FUNERAL HOME. A Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 1:00 PM until the time of Service. Matt was a Veteran of WWII and a past commander of Post 7485 and District 4. He was also a member of the Military order of the Cootie, Boy Scout Troop leader and retired from the Heil Company. An avid Packers fan, he also loved dancing, reading westerns, fishing and going to the casino. In Lieu of flowers memorials to Clement Manor Bridge way Rehabilitation appreciated.

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August 26, 2012

Dad, Although you are physically gone you will never be forgotten. I am very blessed to have had you in my life for 42 years. We will continue to celebrate & honor you, support each other and share all of our special memories. I love you, Karen

August 24, 2012

Shawna Mead

Dear Helen, Karen, Brian, and the rest of the family, sending my thoughts and deepest sympathy, he will be missed. I am glad that I got the chance to know him he had many stories that I loved listening too.

August 24, 2012

Sandy Forrest/Lindstrom

Auntie Helen and family - I will miss Uncle Matt - He always had a smile for me. My sympathy for you and all.

August 24, 2012

Gail Mieczkowski

Dear Helen and Family,

So sorry to hear of his passing. Our thoughts and prayers go to you all. He was always such a joy to see and converse with, always happy. Loved watching him dance through life!

Love Always,

Gail (Lindstrom) and Mark Mieczkowski

August 24, 2012

Helen Hord

I remember him dearly. Read it online today. will be thinking of you, Helen.

August 24, 2012

Linda (Hirn) Picard

Karen and family: My sincere condolences on the loss of your father. They are never gone that are remembered. I hope your happy memories bring you comfort in the days ahead.

August 24, 2012

Terri Leis

Dear Helen, Brian, Karen and family, I am so sorry to hear about Matt....we too felt the loss and am very sadden. I wish so much we could be thier but please know we are in thoughts and spirit. We loved him like a dad....he will be missed our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Love to all, Terri and Darryl Leis

August 24, 2012

Amy Beatovic

Dear Brian and Eva,
I'm so terribly sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Amy

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