Margaret Shirley Matlock

Margaret Shirley Matlock, nee Petroski, age 91, of Calumet City, IL, passed away peacefully Friday, August 8, 2025.  Beloved wife of the late Benjamin F. Matlock Sr.  Awesome mom of Janice (Michael) Dozier, Theresa (Donald) Postema, and Benjamin (Michelle) Matlock Jr.  Cherished grandma of Michael II, Rebecca, Benjamin III, Rebecca Jean, Corey, and Ryan; great-grandma of Skylar Rose, Nathaniel, Lylah, and Baby Benjamin IV will be arriving September 2025.  Dearest sister of the late Richard Petroski and MaryJo Petroski. Kind aunt of many nephews and nieces.  Preceded in death by her parents Joseph and Mary Petroski.  Shirley was quite the character, always able to put a smile on your face, and always willing to lend a helping hand.  She was loved by her family, friends, and church, and will be dearly missed.

Visitation Tuesday, August 12, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of Shirley’s prayer 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. Gosbert officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Hospice of the Calumet Area (600 Superior Munster, IN 46321) or the American Cancer Society (17060 Oak Park Ave. Tinley Park, IL 60477) greatly appreciated.

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