02/17/2026
Karen Sue Mattern, born on October 5, 1941, in Ellwood City, Pennsylvania, the daughter of the late Owen and Roberta Glover, passed away peacefully at her residence on February 12, 2026, at the age of 84. She lived in the area for over 65 years, spending her days making a beautiful life for her family. She was a devoted homemaker who considered her most important role to be raising her cherished children and caring for her family.
Karen devoted her life to raising her large family, always placing their needs ahead of her own. Her days were filled with the constant motion of four energetic boys and one spirited daughter, making her home a place of joyful chaos and loving commotion. There were muddy shoes by the door, laughter, and at times, arguments echoed throughout, and a kitchen table that rarely sat empty. Though the house was often hectic, it was also the heart of warmth, guidance, and steady love. Karen somehow managed the noise, the schedules, the scraped knees, and the endless loads of laundry with grace, creating a home where each child felt supported, encouraged, and deeply cherished.
Karen shared 64 beautiful years of marriage to her beloved husband, Donald Mattern, beginning when they wed on February 13, 1960, until his passing in 2024. Her life was deeply enriched by their enduring partnership and the family they built together. She was also preceded by her siblings: Joan Casuccio, Nancy Reno, and Robert Glover
She is survived by her loving children: Donald Lee (Cyndy) Mattern of Hermitage, PA; Robert Scott Mattern of East Liverpool; Roberta "Bobbie" Mattern (Marc) Holt of Wellsville; Edward Allen (Denitra) Mattern of East Liverpool; and Brian Charles (Marian) Mattern of Austintown. Karen's legacy continues through her treasured grandchildren: Allison, Malia, Tyler, Bobbie, Jacob, Katie, Seth (Mara), Ross (Jasmine), Spencer, Isaac, Dylan, Bella, Lily, and Nova. She also leaves behind her adored great-grandchildren: Dominique, Karlee, Ryan, Ava, and Ella. She is also survived by her siblings: Sharon "Kathy" Parks, Danny Glover, and Tom Glover, as well as numerous nieces and nephews
The MacLean Chapel of Care Funeral & Cremation have been entrusted with Karen’s arrangements.