Robert "Bob" Mata

Robert Mata, 78, went to be with our Lord on Saturday, May 2, 2015. He is preceded in death by his loving parents Jose and Henrietta Mata, and brother Marty Mata. He is survived by his wife Lynn Mata of 25 years, sisters: Esther Whitcomb, Patricia Madrid, Helen De La Cruz, brothers: Ernesto Mata Sr., John Mata and wife Annie, Joe Mata and wife Bonnie.

His grieving family includes his sons: Robert V. Mata, Alexander J. Mata and wife Diana, Mario E. Mata and wife Antoinette. Robert had 8 grandchildren: Christina Galeai, Tony Mata, Sam Mata, Joey Mata, Ashley Mata, Brittney Mata, Emilio Mata, and Andrés Mata. He was born in Orange, CA in 1937 and lived in Cypress CA. He attended Cypress Elementary school and graduated from Anaheim High School in 1957. He served in the California National Guard in the 1950s. Later he went in to the automotive repair business and owned several shops as well worked in the industry for over 50 years. He became an ordained minister through the assemblies and gave his life to the Lord Jesus in his mid twenties. All who met Robert became his friend and enjoyed his love for life and the Lord Jesus.

Robert’s Life Celebration will begin on Friday, May 15th at Draper Mortuary in Ontario 1pm followed by Burial at Bellevue Memorial Park in Ontario, CA and reception to follow.

Please send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Robert Mata at Draper Mortuary.