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Lee Matheson Obituary
CLINTON CORNERS - Rosalie "Lee" Matheson died on Friday, January 13, 2017 at her home in Clinton Corners.
Daughter of the late Paul and Adele Schmidt, she was born on August 20, 1942 and raised in the Bronx.
A long-time resident of Dutchess County, she spent years as a 4H leader when her children were growing up, and in her later years was an accredited wildlife rehabilitator, and the owner of Mother Nature's Grooming in Billings. She was well known and respected throughout the county for her love and devotion to lost, sick and injured animals.
Lee is survived by her three children, Jade Craven, Jessie Matheson and Matthew Matheson; her granddaughter, Adele Craven; and her sister, Paulette Strauss.
Lee was predeceased by her former husband, James Matheson and is survived by her husband, Randy Strickland.
Calling hours will be held on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-9pm with an informal memorial celebration at 7pm at the McHoul Funeral Home, Inc., 895 Route 82, Hopewell Junction. Please use this time to share your thoughts and memories of Lee. There will also be a celebration of Lee's life in the spring.
Memorial donations may be made to the New York Wildlife Rescue, PO Box 410, Middleburgh, NY 12122. Please visit Lee's Book of Memories at www.mchoulfuneralhome.com.
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Anne Muller
January 11, 2023
I will always remember Lee for her compassion for deer. The wildlife rehabilitator community suffered a huge loss with Lee's passing. I can only hope and pray that Lee is with her beloved animals who predeceased her and that she will be there for those of us who will be there in time.
Anne Muller
May 7, 2017
I believe that the animals are grieving as well. Lee was the most generous soul. She never turned down a wildlife call. Her passing leaves a huge void in the rehabilitation community.
Wildlife Watch and I will deeply miss her.
Lisa Beck Badyna
January 18, 2017
My heart is broken. Lee was a kind and loving soul. I have many wonderful memories of her. Her devotion to animals was so selfless. I will miss her smile and laugh. Sending much love and prayers to Randy and Lee's family.
Joy Wood
January 17, 2017
Prayers to Lee's family. What a wonderful lady. I still remember meeting her for the very first time... I brought her a goose! She taught me so much about wildlife rehab over the years. She will be greatly missed. Such a kind and dedicated soul.
January 17, 2017
LEE IS A VERY FINE WOMAN AND A GREAT AND CARING ANIMAL LOVER.I ONCE HAD TO BRING A VERY INJURED BABY SWAN TO HER SHE SAVED THE LIFE OF THIS PRECIOUS BIRD.LEE WAS AN ANGEL ON EARTH FOR ALL ANIMALS. I HAVE NO DOUBT SHE WILL BE IN PARADISE WERE SHE RIGHTLY BELONGS.REST IN PEACE.
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Calling hours
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
McHoul Funeral Home, Inc. - Hopewell Junction895 Route 82 P.O. Box A, Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
Jan
19
Calling hours
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
McHoul Funeral Home, Inc. - Hopewell Junction895 Route 82 P.O. Box A, Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
Jan
19
Celebration of Life
7:00 p.m.
McHoul Funeral Home, Inc. - Hopewell Junction895 Route 82 P.O. Box A, Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
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