Vinita E. “MeMo” Matthaidess, 98, of Kenosha, passed away on Monday, October 10, 2011, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Born in Kansas City, MO, on November 20, 1912, she was the daughter of the late Samuel and Martha (Ludwig) Fowler. On August 7, 1932, she married Edwin H. Matthaidess in Oklahoma City, OK. She was preceded in death by her husband Ed on December 3, 1980 and a son David on June 6, 2008. She moved to Kenosha from Carthage, IL, in 1962 when Carthage College moved to Kenosha to make her home. Vinita was a member of Messiah Lutheran Church and belonged to several book and bridge clubs. She was also very active with many different Carthage College and Church activities. Survivors include her daughter, Mary (Paul) Rusch of Kenosha; five grandchildren, Pam (John) Del Frate, Tamara (Billy) Weathersby, Melissa (Bryan) Brieman, Ed (Kellie) Matthaidess and Cherie Matthaidess; eight great-grandchildren, Gemma and Olivia Del Frate, Cody, Hayley and Payton Weathersby, Eddie Brieman, and Tate and Colt Matthaidess; and her daughter-in-law, Kathy Matthaidess of Wausau, WI. The family would like to give special thanks to Kelly from Aurora Medical Center and to Stephanie and Sue from Hospice Alliance. A memorial service will be held at Messiah Lutheran Church, 2026-22nd Avenue, Kenosha, WI, on Thursday, October 20, 2011. Visitation will be at the Church starting at 1:00 pm with service to follow at 2:00 pm. Interment will follow the service at Sunset Ridge Memorial Park. Please omit flowers.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Vinita’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com