Kathryn "Kay" Matus

Kathryn N. “Kay” Matus, 88, of Cabot, peacefully joined her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. 
Kay was born on November 24, 1935 to the late George and Kathryn H. (Shimpano) Smitthammer.
The cornerstone of her ever-growing family, Kay enjoyed spending time with her loved ones, instilling her honesty, determination, and love for Jesus in each of their lives. With her husband, Chuck, she hosted countless family gatherings that will be fondly remembered by all who attended. Locals to the Saxonburg area will remember Kay for her role in the community and the time she spent working as the bookkeeper and store front manager of the C. Matus Company. On a nice day, one could always find Kay sitting in her rocking chair on the front stoop of the store, book in hand. Kay treasured the people she encountered over her decades at the store. In her spare time, Kay also enjoyed crocheting, jigsaw puzzles, gardening, and collecting nativity scenes. 
Kay is survived by her husband Charles Matus, III, whom she married January 22, 1991; her children Jacqueline (Frank) Novosel, George Hamley, Kathryn (Paul) Slizik, and MaryLou (David) Norris; her stepsons K.C. (Debbie) Matus and Matt (Gen) Matus; her nine grandchildren, ten great grandchildren, and great-great grandson; and her brother, Wayne Smitthammer.
Kay is preceded in death by her son, Darryl Hamley; her grandson, Dylan Hamley; and her sister, Edna Burdick.
Friends and family are welcome to join a celebration of Kay’s life to be held Monday, October 28, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.  at New Life Christian Ministries, 139 Knoch Road in Saxonburg, with services to follow at 10:00 am. 
 In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to the organization of your choosing. Kay’s family would also like to thank Suncrest and Monarch Hospice, especially Jackie, Rebecca, and Bev, for all of their love and care. 

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