Age 93, passed away peacefully surrounded by family members on Friday, April 19, 2019. He was born in Milwaukee WI, one of six children to Herbert and Lydia Matter.

Elmer retired after 35+ years working for the Wisconsin Telephone Company (AT&T) followed by 15 years working for the City of Brookfield, Sign & Building Inspection department. He was also a devoted member of Capitol Drive Lutheran Church where he took leadership roles as Council President and several other support positions during 60+ years. He provided leadership within the Boy Scouts of America and was an active member in the Cosmopolitan International whose charter was to fight diabetes.

Most important to Elmer was providing love and support to his family. His four grandchildren and four great grandchildren were the pride of her life. Warm and loving husband to Nita, who preceded him in death. Elmer is survived by his sons John and Andy (Cari), grandchildren Emily (Paul) Peterson, Christopher (Rianna), Abigail and Ashley Matter, and four great grandchildren, sister Arlene, many other special friends and relatives.

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