Dale R. Matthews, 86, of Schaefferstown, passed away on Friday, January 21, 2022 at Wellspan Good Samaritan Hospital. He was born on November 28, 1935 to the late Selma (Hickernell) and Joseph Matthews in Berks County. He is survived by his wife Tresia (Wike) of 67 years, daughters, Vicky Kapp and Pamela Matthews-Reynolds, five grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother, Joseph Matthews (Gwendolyn). He was preceded in death by sisters, Jacqueline Balmer, Patricia Krall and Peggy Kazanjian.
He worked over forty years at Lancaster Malleable Casting Company. He enjoyed many hobbies over the years including camping, snowmobiling, motorcycling, trap shooting, golfing, canoeing and horseback riding. He enjoyed seeing the country, spending time with his wife, family and friends. A private memorial will be held. Clauser Funeral Home, Inc. is handling his arrangements.