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Wednesday, April 20, 2016

Mrs. Ruth A. Mattey

Sheffield Village- Ruth A. Mattey (nee: Petrafka), 87, passed away on Monday, April 18, 2016 at University Hospitals of Cleveland in Cleveland, OH.

Ruth was born in Akron, OH on November 4, 1928 to her loving parents, Edward and Alta (nee: Freeman) Petrafka-Russell. She lived in Lorain and Sheffield Lake until moving to Sheffield Village in 2001.

Ruth was a 1946 graduate of Buchtel High School, in Akron, OH and a 1949 graduate of Akron City Hospital, School of Nursing. She worked as an RN at Akron City Hospital, St. Joseph's Hospital and her husband's office. Then she coordinated the meals-on-wheels program for the NELCSS for nine years. Ruth served on the Sheffield and Sheffield Lake School Board, was a charter member of the Sheffield and Sheffield Lake School's Endowment Fund, and the Sheffield and Sheffield Lake CARE committee. She also served on the Human Resources Board in Avon Lake for many years, and is a current member of the Mended Hearts.

Ruth was a member of Saint Thomas the Apostle Parish, Sheffield Lake, and had participated in the Eucharistic Adoration program since its inception. She is currently trained as a Stephen Minister with The Wesleyan Village in Elyria. Ruth enjoyed her Tuesday bowling league at Rebman's Recreation for over 50 years.

She is survived by her seven children, Deb (Tom) Bousek, John (Val) Mattey, Jim (Terri) Mattey, Soozan (Mark) Mrosek, Linda (J) Griffith, Andrew Mattey, and Robert (Mary) Mattey; sister, Mary Savely; brother, Harvey Russell; 15 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Andrew Mattey; parents, Edward and Alta Petrafka-Russell; and brother, Gene Russell.

The family will receive friends at Reidy-Scanlan-Giovannazzo Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2150 Broadway, Lorain (440) 244-1961 on Friday, April 22, 2016 from 4:00 - 7:00 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, April 23, 2016 at St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, 715 Harris Road, Sheffield Lake, OH 44054, Fr. Stephen L. Shields, Pastor, officiating (Meet at Church on Saturday). Interment Calvary Cemetery in Lorain, OH. Memorial donations may be made in Ruth's memory to Friendship Animal Protective League, 8303 Murray Ridge Road, Elyria, OH 44035. Online condolences may be sent using www.rsgfuneralhome.com.

Posted By: RSG Funeral Home @ 9:53:27 AM

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Posted By: Michelle Hendrix

Rob and Family- I am deeply saddened to learn of your moms passing. I had no idea until today. She was such a wonderful person. She always had such a warm smile and a loving hug for Hailey at church. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Posted on: 4/23/2016 9:06:56 PM


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Posted By: Karen Fisher

To John Mattey and family. So sorry to hear about your mom's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. With deepest sympathy, Karen and Jerry Fisher

Posted on: 4/21/2016 7:23:45 AM


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Posted By: Loretta Kishman

My deepest thoughts & prayers to the Mattey family. I'm going to miss lunches, dinners & movies with my dear friend. She was such a sweetheart & had such a zest for life. It was always such fun being with her & talking with her. She's probably already started a bowling league & bridge club!! At least now she'll be able to breathe & walk with ease. God called home one of the best. God bless you, Loretta Kishman

Posted on: 4/20/2016 2:06:04 PM


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