Benjamin F. Matlock Sr.

Benjamin F. Matlock Sr., age 86, of Calumet City, IL, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 9, 2016. Beloved husband of Shirley M. Matlock, nee Petroski. Awesome dad of Janice (Michael) Dozier, Theresa (Donald) Postema, and Benjamin (Michelle) Matlock Jr. Loving grandpa of 6. Dear brother of Roberta (late Junior) Dunivan. Step-son of Billy Dunivan. Kind uncle of many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents Benjamin and Nina Matlock, four sisters and one brother. Visitation Saturday, November 12, 2016 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 1:00 p.m. at Smits, DeYoung-Vroegh Funeral Home James E. Janusz Director 649 E. 162nd St. (Rt.6/159th St.) South Holland, IL with Rev. John J. Powers officiating. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions to Hospice of the Calumet Area (600 Superior Ave. Munster, IN 46321) or the American Cancer Society (17060 Oak Park Ave. Tinley Park, IL 60477) greatly appreciated.