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Ian Matheson Obituary
1981 - 2011
Ian Michael Matheson passed away peacefully in Victoria, British Columbia on Sunday, August 28, 2011 at the age of 30 years.
A private family service will be held in Edmonton. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at www.southlandfuneral.com .
Ian is survived by his parents Kay and Martin Matheson of Barons; two brothers Bryan Matheson and David Matheson both of Edmonton; grandparents Peggy and Leroy Matheson of Edmonton and by numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was predeceased by his maternal grandparents, Hattie and Harold DeBow.
Ian was born July 31, 1981 in Surrey, British Columbia. He was a talented artist who loved to draw. We will all miss him deeply. Ian will always be remembered as a loving and caring person, someone who would never burden others with his problems.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Victoria Cool Aid Society, 102, 749 Pandora Avenue, Victoria, British Columbia V8W 1N9.
The family would like to thank the Cool Aid Society for all their support and care for Ian.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber, Alberta T1G 1R8. Telephone: 1-888-223-0116.
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Joann Jeanette
September 13, 2011
My condolences to the family. I only knew Ian a short time while working with him at the fish plant. He was a lot of fun to work with and was a good friend to me and my husband always. He will be missed.
Darrold Quartly
September 13, 2011
To Martin, Kay, Bryan and David:
I am so sorry to hear about Ian. I saw the announcement in The Journal on Saturday, and was shocked! We don't subscribe to the Journal, but I just happened to pick one up.
My most sincere condolences to all!
Marilyn Erickson
September 10, 2011
Ian was my neighbor and we all loved his quiet manner, artistic talent, wit and dry humour. He was always so helpful to me and others, and I know he was doing his best to overcome the challenges he faced daily. We talked often about it and he was making such good progress so this was such a shock. I'm so saddened by his passing. I've known him nearly two years and counted him as a good friend and really wonderful person. Gone too soon.
Joni
September 10, 2011
Sorry for your loss.every time isee ayoung person in the paper my heart just break.I lost to great grand neice and nephew at a very young age.My Prayers and thoughts are with you all.
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