Dates
Oct 15, 1952
Nov 02, 2016
Jerry Ray Mattas, 64, passed away in San Angelo, Texas surrounded by loved ones. He was born to Jake and Treva Dean Holsten Mattas on October 15, 1952 in Logan, West Virginia. Jerry married the love of his life, Janette Thornburg on February 14, 1978 in Cabot, Arkansas. They both served in the United States Air Force. Jerry retired after 22 years service as a Master Sergeant. After retiring he served another 22 years as a heavy vehicle mechanic, most recently with Avon Park AFR. The couple have traveled the world together during their time in the USAF, making friends and memories along the way. Jerry was a man with an independent streak and strong will. He was known for having a big heart and giving nature. He was a true leader with high work ethics. He was an intelligent man who always kept you on your toes. He possessed a deep soul and outgoing personality. Jerry was forever the jokester, who was ready to celebrate with friends and family at any given moment. He could tell great stories for countless hours. He was full of life and always ready for the next adventure. Above all, he was a devoted and loving husband, Daddy and Grandpa. Words will never do him justice. He will be missed greatly and forever live on in the hearts of those that were blessed to meet him. He was preceded in death by his father, Jake Mattas.
Survivors include his wife of 38 years, Janette Mattas; mother, Treva Dean Mattas; daughter, Jennifer Lynne Mattas-Schuster and her husband, Chris; granddaughters, Dacey Allison and Kadyn Grace; siblings, Roger Mattas, Larry Mattas and his wife, Jean, and Victoria Mattas French; many nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends, including his mother-in-law, Jane Pendray.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In the mean time, family and friends are encouraged to share photos and memories as well as sign the online guestbook at www.johnsons-funeralhome.com. The family asks that donations be made to any local veterans organization of the giver's choice. Arrangements are under the direction of Johnson's Funeral Home of San Angelo.
Survivors include his wife of 38 years, Janette Mattas; mother, Treva Dean Mattas; daughter, Jennifer Lynne Mattas-Schuster and her husband, Chris; granddaughters, Dacey Allison and Kadyn Grace; siblings, Roger Mattas, Larry Mattas and his wife, Jean, and Victoria Mattas French; many nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends, including his mother-in-law, Jane Pendray.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In the mean time, family and friends are encouraged to share photos and memories as well as sign the online guestbook at www.johnsons-funeralhome.com. The family asks that donations be made to any local veterans organization of the giver's choice. Arrangements are under the direction of Johnson's Funeral Home of San Angelo.