August 4, 2020

Jack Mathena

Jack Lee Mathena, 77, of Cape Girardeau died Saturday, Aug. 1, 2020, at his home. He was born Oct. 11, 1942, in Fort Madison, Iowa, to Leo and Zella Howard Mathena. He was married to Karen Leonard. Jack was retired from Monroe Sweda and was a member of Alamo Car Club. He enjoyed hunting and tinkering with his '55 Chevy...

Jack Mathena

Jack Lee Mathena, 77, of Cape Girardeau died Saturday, Aug. 1, 2020, at his home.

He was born Oct. 11, 1942, in Fort Madison, Iowa, to Leo and Zella Howard Mathena. He was married to Karen Leonard.

Jack was retired from Monroe Sweda and was a member of Alamo Car Club. He enjoyed hunting and tinkering with his '55 Chevy.

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He is survived by his wife, Karen Mathena; daughter, Lori Gallo; sons, James Mathena and Cody Mathena; grandson, Derek Mathena; great-grandson, Michael Mathena; and sister, Sherry Oppenheimer.

He was preceded in death by his parents; grandson, Damon Mathena; and brother, Lane Mathena.

Cremation rites have been accorded.

Crain Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements

To view the obituary or to leave an online condolence for the family, visit www.crainsonline.com.

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