Richard Peter Matak -Feb 20, 1939 -Sept 1, 2018 It’s with broken hearts we announce the peaceful passing of the most wonderful Grandfather, Father and Husband. He had a long hard battle with cancer and was able to have his precious little family around him at home. He was an avid member of the Chatham Jaycees, the Royal Canadian Legion branch 642, and volunteered for the Special Olympics . He is survived by his wife Myrna(Henderson) of 52 years, daughter Michelle, husband David granddaughters Fiona and Lyla, son Michael and wife Elly. His brothers Joe, Don, Frank, his sister Fran and many nieces and nephew.Richard was a modest man and only wanted to be cremated, with no funeral service.We know you are laughing and dancing where ever you are, until we meet again.A celebration of life will be held at a date to be determined.