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Elaine Matteson Obituary

HALLSVILLE, Texas – Elaine Ruth Colton Matteson, born in Otterville, Iowa, and raised in Independence, Iowa, passed away on Sunday, May 11, Mother's Day 2025, but it will not be seen as sad day. It's the day she gained her peace. She passed away at the age of 87 from a lengthy illness.
A Memorial will be held on Saturday, June 7 at 1 p.m. at the Longview Arboretum and Nature Center, 706 W Cotton St, Longview, TX 75604.
Elaine was proceeded in death by her parents; two brothers; and one sister. She also was proceeded in death by two sons, Kevin B. Matteson and David A. Matteson.
She leaves behind her husband of nearly 68 years Ralph R. Matteson; one sister, Geri R. Pizzato; four sons: Randy and his wife Lucinda Matteson of Colorado Springs, Renald and his wife Alisa Matteson of Sand Springs, Roger Matteson of Henderson. Nevada, and Ralph "Kent" Matteson of Sand Springs; three daughters: Karen "Kaye" Matteson of Longview, Texas, Teresa Matteson of Hallsville, and Tammy Adams of Longview. She also leaves behind seven grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren; along with many nieces and nephews.
Boren and Connor Funeral Home, Bullard, Texas, is assisting the family.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Independence Bulletin-Journal on Jun. 4, 2025.

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Joan Tonn

June 4, 2025

Elaine was a member of the class of 1956, Independence, Iowa. She will be missed. Sympathy from the class of 1956.

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