Obituary of Helga Matthes

MATTHES Helga (nee Erdle), 75, of Maineville passed away on March 15, 2017. A Celebration of Life will be held at Sunrise Landing, Clubhouse #2 on April 8, 2017 from 2:00-4:00pm. Helga was born in Starnberg, Germany to parents Margaret and Fritz on March 10, 1942. She was a successful business owner of the Bismarck Restaurant and Catering by Richard's which she shared with her husband of 50 years. She continued to work after "retirement" at the Golf Center at Kings Island. She loved to fish and be out on the lake. She was also an avid fundraiser and supporter of many non-profit organizations. Her spirit for helping others and animals will resonate for years to come. Helga is survived by husband Dick of Maineville, and daughter Sonya (Cathy Jones). She is predeceased by mother Margaret, father Fritz, and sisters Margaret and Lisa. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her honor to the Warren County Animal Shelter/Humane Association of Warren County, 230 Cook Rd. Lebanon, Ohio 45036. http://homelesspets.org/. Our family thanks everyone for their support and prayers.