Philip John Matott

Philip John Matott, 79, Cadott, passed away Monday, Feb. 20, 2023, after a short battle with cancer.

Philip was born Feb. 17, 1944, to Philip “Buster” and Fern (McElroy) Matott, in Chippewa Falls.

He grew up on the family farm in the Town of Arthur, and graduated in 1962 from Cadott High School.

Philip served in the United States Army Reserve, worked at Fireproof in Cornell, and then for Chippewa Valley Electric, reading meters for over 25 years.

He spent most of his time in the woods, where he enjoyed cutting firewood, making maple syrup and hunting.

Philip enjoyed planting flowers and many, many plants. He is survived by his children – Stacie (Randy) Batterman, Fond du Lac, Jason (Sarah) Matott, Cadott, and Michelle (Bob) Wellner, Stanley; grandchildren – Breanna (Adam) Nehls, Alex Swim, Lexie Swim and Parker Matott; great-granddaughter – Everly Nehls; his brother – Randy (Elaine) Matott; sister – Catherine (Clete) Moore; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and son-in-law – John Swim.

A service of Christian burial will be held at noon, Monday, Feb. 27, at Leiser Funeral Home in Cadott, with Deacon Ned Willkom officiating. Interment will be in the St. Anthony’s Cemetery in Drywood, following the service.

Visitation will be held from 10 a.m., until the time of service, Monday, at the funeral home.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.leiserfuneralhome. com.