Leslie "Kaye" Matheny
July 26, 2021
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Kaye Matheny was born October 31, 1953, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Gerald and Phyllis Dowell. She passed away peacefully at home on July 26, 2021, surrounded by the love and comfort of her family.
Bob and Kaye met at Trails End Western Store in 1971. They were united in marriage October 28, 1972 and began establishing their family. Angie first in 1975, Amy second in 1976, and their last, Andrea, in 1983. Kaye’s greatest accomplishment in life was her family; treasuring every moment spent with her children and grandchildren. She was her grandchildren’s biggest fan and was always in their corner. Kaye never missed an event and had the hand-written schedule and planner to prove it…sometimes traveling to 5 games a day all in different cities. On the rare occasion she had a free day, you could always find her by the pool enjoying time with her family.
Kaye was always up for an adventure and loved to travel, especially to the beaches in Florida, fishing trips to Canada, and to the wineries in Tennessee. Because she was scared of flying, the family always drove which allowed them to see the sights along the way, something she enjoyed just as much.
She was a woman of strong faith and greatly appreciated her Bible studies.
Kaye is survived by her loving husband of nearly 49 years, Bob; daughters, Angie (Ryan) Ortlund, Amy (Mark) Sickels, and Andrea (Adi) Radoncic; grandchildren, Tanner, Hunter, Brynn, Beckett, Cael, Bryce, Grady, Cooper, and Berkley; brothers, Jerry Ray (Kathy) Dowell, Doug (Donnis) Dowell, and Randy (Cheryl) Dowell; numerous nieces and nephews; as well as other loving relatives and many special friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Gerald and Phyllis Dowell, and parents-in-law, Richard and Shirley Matheny.
A funeral service is scheduled for 10AM, Monday, August 2, 2021, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Ave. in Des Moines with burial to follow at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home Sunday, August 1, from 5-7PM.
Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in loving memory of Kaye.
Online condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Penny Price
08/05/2021
Kaye is someone you never forget. She was my daughter's "Blue Bird" leader when we first moved to Des Moines. She and Bob were so kind and welcoming to us. One of my fondest memories is sleeping in a shopping mall for a " Blue Bird" event. Kaye and Bob were always so involved in their family. Bob, Angie, Amy, and Andrea I am so very sorry for your loss. She was so special. ( Penny Weiss)
Randal Matheny
08/03/2021
Bob, Angie, Amy and Andrea I'm sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful person.
Jonathan Anderson
08/01/2021
Kaye was a great example of what a loving wife, mother and grandmother should be. She gave her time and energy to her family. May we all be more like that! I always appreciated her strong faith.
Sharlene Ortlund
07/31/2021
To Kayes dear family. I am so sorry for your loss May you rest in our God of all comfort and peace as you grieve and miss your dear Kaye- wife, mother, grandmother , sister and friend.
Praying for you and missing her.
Love to you - Sharlene
Chris Kozeliski
07/30/2021
Prayers for Matheny and Dowell family. Kaye was inspiration at saydel. 🙏🙏❤❤
Kathy Israel Pote
07/30/2021
Angie, Bob, Amy, Andrea and all the family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Kaye's smile was contagious. I remember it from elementary school. I never really understood why the best ones seem to be taken too soon. Sending hugs and much love to all of you. May God comfort you during these difficult times and always.
Kathy Israel Pote
Gary Moore
07/30/2021
I knew Kaye throughout my childhood as we advanced through Saylor Center elementary school, then Woodside Junior High and finally Saydel High School. She was a beautiful young lady who was the backbone of the Spirit team at Saydel. She obviously did a great job of cheering on her children and grandchildren. Bob and Kaye were so lucky to find each other. My condolences the the family. She left a great legacy. We will miss you Kaye.
Kim (Wagner) Roberts
07/29/2021
Angie and Family- So sorry to hear about your mom. I will always remember her cheering in the stands at our volleyball tournaments. She definitely was your biggest fan! Love you guys! #Bedheads forever
Bev Brown
07/29/2021
My heart goes out to all of you. Bob and Kaye were family when Ang played volleyball for me. I remember Kaye driving us to the Colorado tournament. She was a good woman and the love of Bob's life. I suspect she spoiled her grandchildren. Love you guys!
Brenda K. Hanson
07/29/2021
I'm not sure this is the wife of the Bob Matheny that worked at Firestone, but if it is I am so sorry for her passing. I could always tell that he LOVED him some Kaye. My condolences to the family and may God bring you healing and comfort in your time of grief. May she RIH.
Wes & Brenda McClure
07/29/2021
Bob, Angie, Amy, Andrea - we were so sorry to hear of your loss. Comfort each other and remember the happy times.
Sharon Long
07/29/2021
Bob & Family, I am deeply saddened to hear of Kaye's passing. Please accept my sincere sympathy for your loss. It is an honor to have known her, she was a wonderful and kind person, with a beautiful smile. Her greatest joy in this world was her family. Now she will shine brightly over all of you. May her soul rest in peace.
Patty Patrick
07/28/2021
My heartfelt condolences to all the familyI always enjoyed talking with Kaye. She was a very kind person.
JD & Debbie
07/28/2021
Bob & Family, So sorry to hear of Kayes passing. Find comfort that she is now with God and no more pain. My she Rest In Peace.
Randy K Wright
07/28/2021
Kaye was always a shining light and had a smile for everyone she met.
I remember when I went to Sweden in the summer 1969, that she was one who always kept me in the know of what was happening back home in the states.
A beautiful woman with a beautiful soul who will be missed by everyone.
RIP Kaye! You will be a beautiful Angel for Gods work!
Prayers to all of her family as they go through life without her here physically!