Kenneth Eugene Matlock

Age 81 passed away Dec. 7, 2014 as a result of Bone Cancer. He was born in Peabody, Kansas Aug. 1,1933. He was WWII US Naval Decorated Serviceman. He had been a caring and devoted husband to Evelyn Helen Matlock for 58 years, father, uncle and "Papa". He is preceded in death by his oldest son, Michael and brother and sisters, Nelly, Vina, Harley, Edwin, Robert and Delma. He is survived by his wife Evelyn, daugthers, Shelly Slater, Marla Matlock and son Paul (Catherine) Matlock, grandchildren; Joshua Hoff, Kristinia (Matt) Pach, James Matlock, Justin Matlock and great grand daughter; Brielle Pach. His brother William Dean and 2 sisters, Velma, Christine and many nieces, nephews and loving friends that have touched his life and made countless memories. In lieu of flowers and donations may be made to Rose Arbor Hospice Residence 5473 Croyden Ave. Kalamazoo, Mi 49009 (269)345-8910, www.hospiceswmi.org.