Robert Dale Mattson

Robert Dale Mattson, born on July 26, 1929 in Annandale, Minnesota, passed away on October 13, 2020 in El Paso, Texas. He was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years Phyllis B Mattson. Bob was the seventh child of John and Clara Mattson, both born in Sweden. He graduated from high school in 1946 and joined the U.S. Army in 1949. After 21 years of service he retired from the Army and worked as a commercial insurance auditor and inspector. He later moved into Royal Estates (a senior lifestyle community) which he considered a lazy man’s paradise. A special thanks to Royal Estates personnel for all the caring and assistance they gave to Bob and family.

Bob was a deacon in the Church of God. Additionally, his thoughtfulness, laugh and funny enthusiasm will be missed by all who knew him.

Bob is survived by his daughters Kandie (Dave) Carter, and Karen (David Regela), two grandsons David Carter Jr (Melissa) and Robert (Beth) Carter and 6 great nephews and nieces.

Interment will be at Fort Bliss National Cemetery on Monday, October 26th, at 9am.