Daniel Matheson

Daniel Matheson

Daniel Matheson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Mar. 22 to Mar. 26, 2008.
MATHESON - On Wednesday, March 19, 2008 Daniel Stewart Matheson tragically died at the age of 41. He will be deeply missed by mom and dad (Wanda and Bill), his special Aunty Wilma, his sister Brenda (Darren) and his extra special niece and nephews, Stephanie, Travis and Tyson. He is survived by his cousins Norma, Tracy (Holly), Donald Bruce (Christina) and their sons Andrew, Brandon and Christopher, Wendy (Don) Pecho and Andrea. Danny was born and raised in Regina. He attended Campbell Collegiate and then earned his teaching degree from the University of Regina. He loved games and sports. His two greatest passions were piping and poker. He will be remembered fondly by everyone who knew him. He was always there to help anyone in need. Danny, we love you and we will always miss you. A visitation for family and friends will be held on Thursday, March 27th from 7:00 8:00 p.m. in Speers Funeral Chapel, 2136 College Avenue, Regina. Funeral Service will be held on Friday, March 28th at 10:00 a.m. in Lakeview United Church, 3200 McCallum Avenue, Regina with Rev. Ronald H. Sutton and Elder Dale Williams officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of choice. An online book of condolences may be signed at www.speersfuneralchapel.com

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John Conrad

July 15, 2008

Bill, Wanda, Brenda, and family: I wanted to add my heartfelt condolences to you after Danny's passing. I will always remember the time Danny and I spent together in our youth, his friendship and laughter, the music and dancing, and our many many happy times together with our inseperable youth group. We all went our different paths, but none of us will forget the impression Danny made in our lives!

Anonymous

July 6, 2008

I think he was probably one of the nicest men that i've ever met. I met him at Casino Regina years ago where we played poker numerous times together. He will still always have the winning hand

Stu Glennie

April 14, 2008

I didn't know Dan very well, but he was the kind of guy you could not see for a few months and then just pick up where you left off. Mosaic won't be the same without him. You are in my thoughts....

Darrell Krueger

April 9, 2008

I grew up with Danny and Brenda. I live in Utah now. I stumbled upon the news of Danny. Danny and I did quite abit together as teenagers. I'm saddened the way he died. Danny was a very good person. He offered a great deal to society.

Margaret Morrissette

April 1, 2008

Dear Wanda and family;
Please accept our condolences on the loss of your son. Daniel was our piper at my mother and father's funeral in January 2006. He played beautifully and it was an absolute honour for our family to have him attend this funeral

Margaret and Aurele Morrissette

Jeremy Hubick

April 1, 2008

Like some, I only knew Dan from Pats games, but he always added energy to our section. Such a tragic end to such a young life. My sympathies go out to his family and close friends.

Joy Strong

March 31, 2008

Dear Wanda & family,
My deepest sympathy in the loss of your son - may you find comfort in his memory and through the support of your family and friends.

D'Arcy Schenk

March 31, 2008

It is of great sadness that I learned of Danny's passing. I was away, out of town, until Friday, March 28th and learned about his passing upon my return to the city. Danny and I played volleyball together and we became friends. I just can't believe he has left us but pray that where he is there is peace and love. My best wishes go to his family and friends. I will miss you bud, always.

Elva Wellicome (Campbell)

March 29, 2008

Wanda and family. We are so sorry for your loss and wish to say our thoughts are with you at this very sad time. Elva and Ivor Wellicome

Verna Weiss

March 29, 2008

wanda and family,

We were sorry to hear of the loss of your son and brother our thoughts and prayers are with you.

~zella niedermayer and verna weiss regina

Maureen Ellis, Gary Young & Margaret Ellis-Young

March 29, 2008

We are deeply shocked and saddened to hear of Dan's tragic passing. His professional piping at dance competitions was greatly appreciated, as well as his kind and pleasant manner. Our deepest condolences to his family.

Candice Seifert

March 28, 2008

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Vaughn Gillis

March 27, 2008

I regret not being able attend the services. He will be missed dearly by all who knew him. I would like to wish my condolences to his family and close friends.

Todd, Loretta, Savanna, Lauren, Erin & Marissa Harvey

March 27, 2008

We are so sorry to hear of this untimely loss. No words can express our shock and sadness. He will be so missed by all who had the privilege of meeting and knowing him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Barkley Huber

March 27, 2008

I was saddened to hear of Dan's passing. He was truly a great human being, full of compassion for others, and willing to do anything to help a friend who was in need. I'll always keep the good memories of good times with Dan close to my heart, and remember him for the amazing musical gift he was given. He was an amazing piper, and an amazing person, who will truly be missed.

Allen Lemon

March 27, 2008

We remember the Matheson Family with such fond memories...Danny and Brenda teaching our sons,the Fraser Pipe Band and our trip to Scotland in 1985.Cling to the gratitude of having a fine man like Danny in your family.He was a blessing to so many people. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Allen and Lois Lemon,Neal Lemon,and Scott Lemon

Troy Stack

March 27, 2008

We are so sorry for your loss.
May you find comfort in your memories and joy in knowing you had a part in what a wonderful person he became.

Iain MacCrimmon

March 27, 2008

Wanda, Bill, Brenda and the rest of the Matheson family.

Dear folks
It is with much sadness that we send this note to you about the so very tragic loss of Danny. I'm having a very difficult time putting into words how I feel about the loss of such a fine person.

We lived in Regina for several years back in the early 80's and have always felt a great respect and feeling towards such a wonderful family of which Danny was a big part of.

Danny had great ability as a musician, a talent and love for his music, and this was evident by his dedication to the people that he has encouraged through the years in the Regina area. I know that his legacy will continue for many years to come, and that future pipers will strive to improve, and will always look back on the vibrancy, love and hard work that Danny gave towards people, life, and his feelings for the Celtic music.

We feel a huge sadness for your loss, and it is a loss to many people, and difficult as it might be, we should maybe try to celebrate the legacy that Danny has left those that he has helped. A really fine person who cared about others.

Our thoughts and feelings are with you all at this very difficult time. You should all be very proud of the many wonderful things that were 'Danny!'

All our love,
Iain, Charlotte, Katie & Calum (MacCrimmons - Monifieth, Scotland)

Lorraine Ruthven

March 27, 2008

Bill.Wanda,Brenda
I am so sorry to hear of your sad loss of Danny.
My prayers are with all of you in this sad time.
Lorraine Ruthven

Lori Bandur

March 26, 2008

May the road rise to meet you,
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face.
May the rain fall softly upon your fields until we meet again,
And may God hold you in the hollow of his hand.

To the Matheson family, you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Dan you will be forever missed, but your teachings as a Pipe Major and instructor, and your smile, laughter, and encouragement as a friend will be remembered forever.

Slan go foill
Goodbye for now...

Norine Gamble

March 26, 2008

Dear Wanda and Bill:

Laurie and I were saddened and shocked to hear of Daniel's passing. It is obvious that he had a real zest and passion for life, which he shared with so many. He will be greatly missed.

You and your family have been and will continue to be in our thoughts. May your many memories bring you comfort at this difficult time.

With deepest sympathy and caring -

Lawrence & Norine Gamble

Sheila Clayton

March 26, 2008

It is through tears I express my deepest sympathy to Danny's family. I knew Danny well in our teen and young adult years and count myself blessed to have known him. I see others have mentioned Danny's wonderful laugh. That is, perhaps, my strongest memory of Danny - him throwing his head back and roaring that great laugh of his. What fun he was. We had so many great times with Danny in our group of friends. Danny was always so fun, kind, helpful, creative, and wonderfully goofy.
May the Lord be with you in this very difficult time. Please know many people are thinking of you and praying for the Lord to comfort you while you grieve the loss of this wonderful man.

darcy pirie

March 26, 2008

The Matheson family.
I Had the honor of knowing and having Danny as a friend. I have also had the honor of hearing his wonderful pipe music. I attended the Scottish pavilion when possible to listen Danny play. My pryers are with your family and with my friend Danny. He will be miss very much by all who knew and loved him.

Jim & Malanie Briggs

March 26, 2008

Matheson Family.
We were very sad to hear about Danny's tragic passing. I first knew Danny when I returned to Regina in 1983. I enjoyed many years instructing and playing in various pipe bands with him. In more recent years I always enjoyed running into him around Regina. I will remember him as a very talented piper and very special person and I will miss seeing him around town.

Chrystal Armstrong (Keyowski)

March 26, 2008

I am so sorry to hear of Dan's passing. My heart goes out to all of his family. I will remember Dan and how much fun he was to be around and how much he loved to be with people. He was a great guy and will be greatly missed by all. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family at this time. I will never forget the great man that Dan was.

John Nancy & Lee Boyes

March 26, 2008

Bill Wanda Brenda & family,how saddened we were to hear of Danny`s passing.We remember him fondly as a quiet passive individual who had a great love for scottish culture. His teaching abilities of bagpipe music will linger on for many years in the students he taught so well.Our thoughts are with you during this tragic time.

Doreen Krienke

March 26, 2008

I was very sorry to hear of your loss.I enjoyed playing bridge and talking to Danny - he was a very good bridge player and an exceptionally nice guy.
He will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ray Clayton

March 26, 2008

Wanda and Family,
I am deeply sorry about the dreadful loss of Danny. I fondly remember Danny from his days as a youth when he associated with Grant, Sheila, Bonnie Gilmour and others. It was always a pleasure to have him in our home. He was fun-loving and always polite and well-mannered. He will be greatly missed. I extend my most sincere sympathies.

Brenden Wallace

March 26, 2008

To Danny's Family: We were so sorry to learn of Danny's death. I had only known Danny for a few years but always enjoyed his company. I played volleyball with him for a couple of seasons; he was a great help to my partner Todd and I in selecting new furniture for our new home and he had begun to help me on my path to learning to play the bagpipes. His loss is a very sad thing.

Laura & Michael Schmeling

March 26, 2008

Our hearts go out to the Matheson family and all of Danny's friends. I will always remember Danny for his infectious smile and brilliant laugh. Dan was an amazing piper and his passion is carried on by his students; there's a bit of Danny in each and everyone he taught. But you didn't have to be a piper to benefit from Danny's gifts for he was an enthusiastic band leader and always had time for us drummers. Our thoughts will be with you on the 28th.

Scott Thompson

March 26, 2008

To the Matheson Family:
We played recreational volleyball with Dan—what an awesome server. Dan was always supportive of other team members and brought a relaxed atmosphere to the game. We will indeed miss him.
Scott Thompson and Andrew Quackenbush

Martin & Lynne Kubik

March 26, 2008

The Matheson family: Martin & ! were saddened to learn of Danny's passsing, For many years we were fortunate to spend time with him as members of the Color Party at the A.N.A.V. unit 18, Regina. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all at this time.

Cate Dobhran

March 26, 2008

I played volleyball with Danny, I'll miss his big smile and his sense of fun while playing. I also had the honor to hear him play the pipes at a friend's wedding and at the Relay for Life. My deepest sympathies to the Matheson family.

Monique Stennes-Koot

March 25, 2008

To the Matheson Family
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I went to university with Danny and loved spending time with him as he always made everything that much more fun and funnier!!! My biggest regret is that I didn't keep in touch with him in the past many years. He obviously had a huge impact on everyone he knew and will be dearly missed!

Corissa Ford Smith

March 25, 2008

Brenda and family,
I've been thinking of you these last few days and not sure what to say. What fun we had piping in VPPB back in the late '80's. Our piping family will miss Danny but his memory will carry on. Hold strong to these memories, they will carry you though. Your friend in piping, Corissa (Saskatoon Police Pipes & Drums)

Darlene Marshall

March 24, 2008

So sorry to hear about your lose when I heard I was saddened and remembered the good times from years ago.

Daryl Matheson

March 24, 2008

Bill, Wanda & family,
Although I did not know Danny well, I remember Dad speaking of him and of you. I remember Danny playing the pipes at Dad's funeral, and how much it meant to us. I'll think of him whenever I hear the skirl of the pipes. Our thoughts are with you.

Bill and Shirley Paterson

March 24, 2008

Dear Bill, wanda and Brenda,
Shirley and I are currently away in Palm Springs and cannot be in Regina to be with you during your time of grief. We are saddened by the untimely passing of Danny. He was a great Chief (Sons of Scotland) and one of the most talented pipers around. He will be missed.

We are truly sorry for your loss and we are thinking of you and the entire family at this time.

Bill and Shirley Paterson

Jennifer Wilson Morris

March 24, 2008

Mr and Mrs Matheson, Brenda and Stephanie

I'm so sorry for your loss. Danny was such a wonderful person, so full of life and love. I always remember him and Brenda coming to our house for pipe lessons when we were kids. It's hard to know what to say, except that you are in my thoughts. I hope you find peace in knowing that many, many people loved Danny and he will be forever missed but never forgotten.

Joe and Charlene Foster

March 24, 2008

Our deepest and heartfelt condolences to Dan's family and friends. Dan was a caring, considerate man who touched many hearts. He will be sadly missed and our memories of him and his infectious laugh will be cherished forever.

Sheila Mac Donald

March 24, 2008

We are so sorry to hear about Danny my our thoughts and prayers be with you at you're time of need Take Good Care Danny And See You On The Flip Side

Sheila Paul Alex & Brett MacDonald

Bonnie Gilmour

March 24, 2008

Danny o' Danny... you are loved so!
The pipes have called you home to a place where you can make music for eternity.
From our family to yours...sweet Danny boy.
- The Gilmour family

Larry Kielo

March 24, 2008

I taught with Dan in Fox Valley in the early 90's. My thoughts and prayers are with Dan's family at this difficult time. Dan loved life and had a great laugh and sense of humour. I will always treasure the good times we had as we were just beginning our teaching careers. May God be with you at this time.

Glen & Claire Parker

March 24, 2008

To the Matheson Family,

Dan touched our lives and the lives of so many. He was a great teacher to our son James and so enjoyable to be around. His love for life, his music and his fun-loving nature will never be forgotten.

Lana Harrison

March 24, 2008

It is with a heavy heart that I type my condolences to Dan's family. I worked with him at Access Communications and it was always a pleasure to talk with Dan and see him everyday. He will be missed very much in our community!
I hope you find peice and strength in your hearts at this time!

Ian Young

March 24, 2008

My deepest condolences to Danny's family at this extremely difficult time. We grew up in the same neighbourhood and became reacquainted in 2005 when Danny played the pipes at the funeral for my father (Jack Young). This is a true tragedy for one in the prime of his life.

Helen James-Russell

March 24, 2008

Bill, Wanda, Bren... My heart is with your family at this time of great loss. Danny was such a wonderful friend over the years, his laugh and sense of humour was ever present. Movies, great meals, conversation and just hanging out hold some lasting memories. He always played "that song" for me on the chanter, one I never knew the name of but he always knew which one. May we all find peace through this loss of a truly good person and friend.

Grant Clayton

March 23, 2008

Bill, Wanda and Brenda,

I wanted to take this opportunity to let you people know that I'm thinking of you. It has been a number of years since I have seen you, but lots of fond and funny memories of Danny filled my mind of our growing up years. I'm so sorry to see you go through this terrible time. Letter to follow.

Maxine Bremner (Bridge)

March 23, 2008

I was shocked to hear of Danny's passing. My deepest condolences to the Matheson family. God Bless.

David and Patti Emch (Apps)

March 23, 2008

Wanda and Bill and Brenda

We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Danny. I remember Danny as a little boy that I use to babysit. We are very saddened. Our prayers are with you all. We pray God will give you strength through this hard time. God Bless.

Colleen McMillan

March 23, 2008

To the whole Matheson Family,
My heart is broken over the loss of Dan. Although I haven't seen him in a few years, I often think of him and the good times we had together and I look back on all my years involved in dancing and playing the drum as some of the best years of my life. My thoughts and prayers are will all of you and I will forever think of Dan whenever I hear the pipes playing.
Colleen McMillan

Jennifer Rosnes

March 23, 2008

Dan was a very kind and loving person. He always seemed to be happy, and had a smile for everyone. He will be missed by all for all the joy that he brought to peoples lives through his wonderful music that he played, and for his unforgettable personality. My deepest sympathies go out to all of his family and friends.

Matthew Bryson

March 23, 2008

I was very saddened to hear of Danny's untimely passing. He was a very great close friend of mine. I know there are many, many others that can say the same. The entire scottish community, as well as Regina, have lost a truly great individual. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

March 22, 2008

Wanda and family
My thoughts and sympathy are with you in your great loss . I so enjoyed having Danny as my bridge partner He was so happy and helpful. God bless you all
Annette Delanghe

Irish Club of Regina

March 22, 2008

Deepest sympathy
from The Irish Club of Regina

Colleen Keewatin

March 22, 2008

I was so sad when I heard about such a good guy. I worked with Dan (Access Comm)and He was so kind,helpful and respectful. My prayers go out to his family. God Bless Sincerly Colleen Keewatin

Carol, Paul, Catherine and Caroline Hart

March 22, 2008

Dan's untimely passing is a great loss to all who knew him and to the entire Regina Scottish Community. As a piping teacher, he touched the lives of so many young people. He truly had a gift for piping and for teaching. He will be missed.

Terry Luce

March 22, 2008

I was very sadden to learn that such a nice guy was taken from the Scottish Society. He has contributed so much to all that were able to learn from him. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to his family and friends. This is a great loss for everyone.

Michael Moore

March 22, 2008

Gail and I were so sorry to hear about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help.

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