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Doris Mathewson Obituary
Doris H. Mathewson
SEDALIA — Doris H. Mathewson, wife of Jim Mathewson, passed away Wednesday, June 14, 2017, at Bothwell Regional Health Center.
She was born in Sedalia, the daughter of Carl Mattox and Nora Olive (Clark) Mattox.
On December 20, 1965, in Miami, OK, she was united in marriage to James L. Mathewson.
Mrs. Mathewson was a member of First Christian Church. She was involved in a prayer group for over 30 years. She enjoyed playing Bridge and Mahjong with friends over the years.
She served on the board for CASA for many years. She was a member of Sorosis and was past president. She was PTA president of Mark Twain School the year the tornado destroyed the school.
Over the years, she was the owner of LeRoy's Steak House and Diet Center.
Her hobbies included watercolor painting, with which she won ribbons, and painting Christmas cards, which she did from 1994 to 2009. Her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought her the greatest joy.
Surviving are her husband, Jim, of the home; four sons, Steve Hicks (Michele), of Sedalia, David Mathewson, of Springfield, Jamie Angel (Dr. Diane), of Grain Valley, and Chris Mathewson (Margo), of Lee's Summit; a daughter, Carol Hicks Rugen, of Sedalia; eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; a sister, Betty Lee Carter, of Sedalia; and a brother, Ret. Lt. Col. Dilbert Clark, of Winter Haven, FL.
She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, William Homer Clark; a sister-in-law, Gloria Clark; and a daughter-in-law, Virginia (Jenny) Meyers Mathewson.
Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 21, at First Christian Church, with the Rev. Dr. Chad McMullin officiating.
The family will receive friends from 9:30 a.m. until service time Wednesday at the church.
Memorial contributions are suggested to the Jim and Doris Mathewson Scholarship Fund at State Fair Community College.
Arrangements are under the direction of Heckart Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Doris Mathewson
June 26, 2017
Doris was one of my best friends. We enjoyed painting together for many years. We had many of the same interests.one of the greatest was sharing the Word of God. I will miss her very much. I'm a better person for knowing her. Loved her dearly Kathy Menefee Ressel
tony menefee
June 25, 2017
DORIS WAS A FRIEND TO EVERYONE! GOD BLESS!
tony menefee
June 25, 2017
SHE WAS A FRIEND TO EVERYONE! GOD BLESS!
Elroy and Sandy Burton
June 22, 2017
May God give you peace and comfort only he can do in the loss of your best friend and loving wife.
June 21, 2017
Thinking of you today and the days ahead. I know you will take comfort in a shared life well lived. You are in our prayers.
Roy and Susan Hunter
Mickey & Kenny Siron
June 21, 2017
Jim and Family, Was so sorry to hear about Doris passing,she was such a dear sweet Lady... she will be keenly missed by all who knew and loved her... Our Deepest Sympathy...
Tamra (Tammy) Pende11-Crouch
June 20, 2017
We are so sorry for your loss. Doris was so loved by our family and was a sole sister to our mother, Donna Riesel. What a grand lady she was. Thoughts and prayers to you Jim and your family.
Jim and Kay Ruby
June 20, 2017
Uncle Jim and family,
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of Aunt Doris and wish there was something we could do to make the loss easier for you. Doris was such a beautiful woman: feisty, elegant, funny, so caring of others and always so gracious. She listened to people and was always so supportive of everyone. She will be missed but we know she has left a legacy, her much loved family. Love,
Matthew Menefee
June 20, 2017
So sad to hear of Mrs Mathewson's passing. She was wonderful. My sympathies to Mr Mathewson and the rest of the family.
Chuck Leftwich
June 20, 2017
Prayers go out to the entire family during this difficult time , sorry for your loss.
Wes Yates
June 20, 2017
Senator, My deepest condolences. I am sorry for your loss.
Betty Carver-Brewer
June 19, 2017
The earthly world has lost it's most beautiful woman. But the Lord has received his first perfect Angel. Your generosity saved another man's life.They will both be eternally grateful, and you will be repaid by both many times.
David and MaryAnne Wehmeyer
June 18, 2017
Uncle Jim thinking and praying for you Doris was a wonderful person god bless you
David Maryanne and girls
June 18, 2017
Uncle Jim, so sorry to hear of your loss!! Doris was a beautiful, wonderful and talented woman!! We always enjoyed the times we got to spend with her!! We will be keeping you and family in our prayers!! With Love, Marj Mathewson-Nordstrum and Doug Nordstrum
June 18, 2017
My condolences,Jim, to you and your family. Doris was a lovely lady.
John Menefee, Jr
June 18, 2017
My condolences Jim to you and your family.
Col. L R Hughes, USAF Retired
June 17, 2017
Good evening, Senator:
After I received the sad news that my sister, Linda, shared with me, I began remembering how long we have been friends beginning in Lincoln, Sedalia, and finally those years I lobbied you from Jefferson City.
I always thought the Senator's Lady was one classy gal and how lucky you were that she married you.
I know you'll miss her deeply as will so many, many others like me, Jim. However, I know you are comforted knowing she is in a far better place while she waits to be reunited with you, Sir.
Karla and L R Hughes
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Pattie Clark-Snapp
June 17, 2017
Uncle Jim, Aunt Betty, Uncle Deb and Family: Aunt Doris was a beautiful person and will be forever missed. I am thankful to have some of her paintings in my home. She was loved by all that knew her. It gives me comfort to know that she's in Heaven with grandma and my mom now.
Marvin Mathewson
June 17, 2017
Uncle Jim and family
Aunt Doris was a dear person that I always enjoyed talking to when I was at your home or a family get together. Last year when I stopped in Sedalia I am glad that we stopped at your home and I visited with her about books and other interests. God Bless all of the family and may Aunt Doris rest in peace with the Lord.
Kevin Menefee
June 17, 2017
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
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