With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Donald Alfonse Matthys of Westville, Indiana, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Donald left this world on November 28, 2024 at the age of 90, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Achiel Matthys and Suzanna Matthys (Van Overberghe); his wife Bernadine Potrzebowski; his son Andrew Matthys; and his sister Mary Jane Hegedus.

He is survived by: his children, Mark Matthys (Diane) of Valparaiso, Paul Matthys (Christina) of Plainfield, Mary Lynn Cluskey (Bruce) of Lombard, Timothy Matthys (Jennifer) of Westville, Christopher Matthys (Bobbie) of Westville and Daniel Matthys (Stacey) of Mill Creek; and his siblings, Cecilia McKenzie of Minnesota, Joan Jacobson (Jake) of Michigan, James Matthys (Rita) of Westville, Robert Matthys (Sandy) of Westville, Theresa Biggs (Ron) of Valparaiso, Jeanette Plisky (Clarence) of Ohio and Henry Matthys of Valparaiso. He is also survived by 19 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.

Visitation was held on Tuesday, December 3rd 2024 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Newhard Funeral Home (58 Walnut St, Westville, IN 46391). A funeral Mass was held on Wednesday, December 4th 2024 at 10:00 AM at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church (204 N Ohio St, Wanatah, IN 46390).

Memorial contributions can be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Newhard Funeral Home