Edward Charles Matthes Obituary

The world bids farewell to Edward Charles Matthes of Antioch, Illinois, departing on April 4, 2025 at the age of 91. Edward leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Edward Charles Matthes to show support.

As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though Edward may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Charles Matthes and Louise Matthes; and his brothers, William and George Matthes. He is survived by: his wife Marilyn Silzer; his daughter Jennifer Chapleau (Walter) of Antioch, IL; his granddaughters, Sarah Bowlin (Chase) of Trevor, WI and Elizabeth Chapleau of Chattanooga, TN; and his siblings-in-law, Alicia Brown-Matthes of Iowa City, IA, Lynn Matthes of Evergreen, CO and Ronald Silzer of Eugene, OR. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church 1501 Deep Lake Rd, Antioch, IL 60002, are appreciated in Ed's memory.