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Karl Mathis

March 29, 1932 — October 14, 2024

Karl Heinz Mathis, 92 of Oakville, Ontario passed away peacefully on Monday October 14, 2024 at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital.  He was born on March 29, 1932 in Püttlingen, Germany and immigrated to Canada in 1959. He is survived by his loving wife Ruth Mathis (née Steiner) and his daughter Donna Wiser (née Mathis). He is predeceased by his son René Mathis, his brother Arthur Mathis and his parents Wilhelmina and Arthur Mathis.

He married Ruth Maria Katarina (née Steiner), the love of his life in 1954, who survives him. Karl is survived by his sister-in-law Irmgard Mathis (Arthur), nephew Roland (Tanja), daughter in law Colette Mathis (René) and son-in-law Daniel Wiser (Donna). He will be greatly missed by his Grandchildren Rachel Tollstam (Adrian), Sean Mathis (Sarah), Melissa Barker (Kevin), Emily Marshall (Ben), Roger Marshall (Amanda) and Lucas Marshall (Jenn). He leaves behind his adoring great grandchildren, Charlie, Sophia, Aidan, Claire, Eleanor, Eleesa and Vivienne. He will be greatly missed by his sweet dog, Baron.

Upon immigrating to Canada Karl spent many years working as an elevator mechanic. His work was a source of pride and joy for him. Well into his retirement he told stories to his children and grandchildren about his time working as an elevator mechanic and the various job sites at which he worked. Karl was a true outdoorsman and was a member of Hubertus Hunt Club for many years. He was always conscious the toll his past time took on the environment and made a conscious effort to replenish and had a keen eye for conservation. He was an avid reader and had an appreciation for all sports – particularly hockey and soccer. He enjoyed watching and cheering for the Toronto Maple Leafs and for his favourite soccer team - Schalke 04. Watching his grandchildren and great grandchildren grow, brought him a great deal of pride and happiness – especially in his last years. In his retirement he enjoyed travelling and spent many happy years vacationing in Merida, Mexico and had dreams of returning one day. He made many friends through his work as an elevator mechanic, time as member of the hunt club and his travels abroad to Mexico. He will be greatly missed by friends, family and those who knew and loved him. It gives us great comfort to know that he is at peace.

The memorial service will be held on Friday October 25th, 2024 at St. John’s Dixie Cemetery and Crematorium, 737 Dundas Street East, Mississauga, ON L4Y 2B5 from 1:00-3:00 PM.

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