MATHIAS, Robert “Butch” born June 10, 1950 in New Bedford, MA. Passed away May 1, 2016 in Palmdale, CA. Butch grew up in Rosamond, CA and was a graduate of Rosamond High School, class of 1969. He enjoyed his many years of service in the Aerospace field retiring in 2013. He is survived by his 3 children, Olivia Duquette and husband Chris Duquette, Amanda Webb and husband Craig Webb, and son Ryan Mathias, his 8 grandchildren, Jacob, Aiden, Nicholas, Landon, Faith, Samantha, Jackson, and Luke. He is also survived by his sisters, Barbara Holt and Lina Mello, and step-father, Adam Mello. He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Florence Mathias. A memorial service will be held at 1pm Friday, May 6, 2016 at Chapel of the Valley Mortuary in Palmdale. Chapel of the Valley Mortuary, Palmdale Directors.