September 8, 1936 – July 11, 2017
Donald Lewis Matlock, 80, of Rancho Mirage, California passed away July 11, 2017. He was born September 8, 1936 to Randolph Eugene Matlock and Ruth Kelly Matlock in San Francisco. He attended San Mateo High School and enlisted in the Marine Corps after graduating. After serving with the Marines, Don joined the Traveler’s Insurance Company. In 1962 he started Don Matlock Insurance (DMI). He not only took great pride in his business, but truly relished the friends he made during his time in the business. The company is continued by his three children and one grandchild.
In 1958 he married Betty Rae Bogart and had three children, Susan, Randy and Matthew. They spent 59 wonderful years together. They lived their early years in Morgan Hill, CA., moved to Honolulu, HI, and retired in Rancho Mirage, CA.
Don lived life fully. He was an avid golfer, along with enjoying boating, flying his own plane, traveling the world and spending time with family. He is survived by his wife, Betty; sister, Patty; daughter, Susan; sons, Randy and Matthew; grandchildren Courtney, Amanda, Neiman, Samantha, Alex and Zane.
The family is having a private celebration of life.
