Josephine "Dolly" Matters
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Josephine C. "Dolly" Matters, formerly Dolly Iaria, 96, of Bloomington, passed away on Saturday, March 19, 2022 at IU Health Bloomington Hospice House. She was born on March 23, 1925 in Newark, New Jersey; the daughter of Leo and Mary (Mazza) Messina.
Dolly was a devoted homemaker who enjoyed spending her time decorating and had "working hobby" of an interior home decorator.
Dolly is survived by her children, Pete (Marty) Iaria and Maryann Iaria; grandchildren, Joseph Iaria, Peter Iaria, Eric Matters, Steven Matters, Jeremy Jobe and Lisa Blackwell; and 10 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Jim Matters; and brother, Frank Messina.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 2, 2022 at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 2222 E. 3rd St. Bloomington, with Father Tom Kovatch presiding. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. Allen Funeral Home and Crematory, 4155 S. Old State Road 37, Bloomington have been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences, photos and memories may be shared with family and friends at www.allencares.com