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Janet Matthews Obituary

Matthews, Janet NOKOMIS, Fla. Janet "Jan" Blasdell Matthews, age 76, of Nokomis, passed away Monday, April 1, 2013 in Venice, Fla. She was born May 6, 1936 in Fort Ann, N.Y., the daughter of the late Elmer Jay and Gertrude (Needham) Blasdell. A graduate of Fort Ann High School, class of 1953, she attended Albany Business College, graduating in 1955 with an associates degree. It was here she met the love of her life, her future husband Ted. Jan was a loving, stay at home mom during the years that her children were young. Later, she worked as an executive secretary for the NYS Department of Labor in Albany, and retired after many years of service. Jan lived in Clifton Park from 1973 to 1998 and was a communicant of St. Edward the Confessor Church. She loved the beach and lived the past 15 years in Nokomis, returning each summer to her second home in Brant Lake, where she shared very special times with her family. Jan enjoyed spending time with friends, playing dominos, cards or going out to dinner. She loved her books, puzzles, crosswords and suduko. Her greatest joy was having her large and loving family together for a holiday, special event or even an evening meal. Jan was loved by many and will be dearly missed. She is survived by her devoted husband of 55 years, Theodore "Ted" Joseph Matthews II; children, Terri (Joseph) Leputa of Dayton, Ohio, Theodore (Ann) Matthews III of Nokomis, Joan (Chad) Finck of Clifton Park, Paul (Chrissy) Matthews of Clifton Park, Mark (Tammy) Matthews of Ballston Spa, Jay (Tiffany) Matthews of Albany, Carolyn (Bob) Renzi of Clifton Park, and Nancy (Rich) Buehler of Clifton Park; 20 grandchildren; six great-granchildren; and sister, Joan (Jim) Murphy of Warrensburg. She is preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Gertrude (Needham) Blasdell and brothers, Corliss, Walter, and Arthur. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Patrick Butler on Saturday, April 6, 2013 at 9 a.m. at St. Edward the Confessor Church, 569 Clifton Park Center Road, Clifton Park. Relatives and friends are welcomed to attend the calling hours on Friday, April 5, 2013 from 4 to 8 p.m. in the chapel in St. Edward's Church. Interment will be held immediately following the Mass in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Rensselaer. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to St. Jude's Children's Hospital, [email protected]., 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

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Published by Albany Times Union on Apr. 3, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Janet Matthews

29 Entries

Barbara Balascio

March 28, 2021

I think of Jan so often. So many wonderful times we had at DOL and our annual summer camping weekends at Wakonda. She went way too soon. Rest in Peace dear friend.

Karen DiNova

April 8, 2013

Ted and Family, Our hearts are heavy, as are yours. Jan was a remarkable woman. She found strength in her family. Happy to have so many warm memories of time spent together at Brant Lake. We will cherish those memories always. - Mike and Karen DiNova

April 8, 2013

Dear Uncle Ted I am so sorry to hear that Jan passed away. You have both been blessed to have each other and your wonderful fun loving family. Peace be with you.

To all of my cousins in New York I am sorry for your loss. You have all been in my thoughts and prayers. The sound of your mother's laugh is something I will always remember. You are all blessed to have such wonderful loving parents. May you be given the strength you need during this difficult time. Love from your cousin Patty in Tucson, Arizona.

and all of my cousins I am so sorry to hear of

Kate Kile

April 6, 2013

To Nancy and Rich, and your family, I'm so sorry for the loss of your Mom. I pray for you during this difficult time.

Michele LeDuc

April 6, 2013

To the entire Matthews Family, Aunt Jan is now with my Mom & Dad and everybody else we have lost over the years. Aunt Jan was one of a kind. Always made everybody feel special. I will miss her. You are all in my thoughts & prayers. My love to Uncle Ted. Be strong. Love Michel & Joe

April 6, 2013

To The Entire Matthews Family, I love Aunt Jan,she is such a great lady. Just know she is with my Mom & Dad & everybody else we have lost. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love Michele & Joe

MARYELLEN ROGERS-MOSHIER

April 5, 2013

Paul, Im sorry to here about your loss. Your in our thoughts and prayers.
The Rogers and Moshier

Mary ellen rogers-noshier

April 5, 2013

The Matthews Family SORRY TO THERE UR MOM PASS AWAY THE ROGERS & moshier Family

Dottie and Bill Hilsheimer

April 5, 2013

We were lucky to have called Jan (and Ted) our friends for 16 years in Lake Village. We visited them at their camp in New York and became familiar with Clifton Park.
We will never be able to find truer friends and will miss Jan terribly. Ted, we are praying that you will come back to Florida and we will see our good friend again. We know that Jan is probably sitting on Mother Theresa's lap next to God....Love you all, Dottie and Bill

John & Barbara Hildreth

April 5, 2013

So sorry to hear of the passing of your wife/mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Marianne Pecoraro

April 5, 2013

Our condolences are with you all during this difficult time. Jan always made me feel like one of the family with her ever welcoming warmth and smile. Life was always a celebration and she was the hostess. I know she will be dancing through the gates of heaven. I can taste those Sunday morning pancakes now with her secret ingredient..."Janet Matthews Sweetness ". Our loss is Heaven's gain. She will truly be missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Marianne Isak Pecoraro "Mez" / Bill Pecoraro and family.

Lisa and David Frederick

April 4, 2013

To Carolyn and the family..words can not express how deeply sorry we are for the loss of your mom. She was like a second mom to me when we were kids and she will truly be missed. I will always remember her kind heart, patience and loving words.

John VanDeCar

April 4, 2013

To the Matthews Family. I was so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. She was a wonderful woman and was special to all of us who knew her. We are out of town until Sunday so please know our thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time. With Love John and Jean VanDeCar

John and Terri Trendell

April 4, 2013

To the Matthews family,we are so sorry for your loss. We only met your mom 1 time,but she left an impression on us which told us what a phenomenal person she was. Hold dear to your many wonderful memories.
John and Terri Trendell,, Clifton Park.

April 4, 2013

Nancy and family, it is with our deepest sympathy to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. - Love, Tammy Nailor-Esposito/Chris Albright

Kathy Schongar

April 4, 2013

To Joanie and the entire Matthews family,
My sympathy at the loss of your mom. Sr. Marie always spoke of how much your family enjoys gathering at Brant Lake.
Your mother and family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Jen Fletcher

April 4, 2013

Dear Nancy and Family,

We are so sorry for your loss. Love and blessings to you, Jen and Bob

April 4, 2013

Dearest Ted,Mark,Paul,Jay,Joanie, and the entire Matthews family, my heart goes out to you at this time. May your strength in God and Family help you through this sorrow and grief. Bless you, Larry StJacques & Carmen VanDeCar

Rick & Tammy Messier

April 4, 2013

Paul, Chrissy and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Karin Elder

April 4, 2013

Dear Nancy and family,
I am truly sorry for your major loss.My heart and prayers are with you at this very hard and sad time. Nancy your always in my heart and thoughts.

Barbara & Dan Balascio

April 3, 2013

Ted & Family - So sorry to hear about your loss. Jan was a very special person; always gamed for a good time. I know you will all miss her dearly. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this very difficult time.

Bob Legge

April 3, 2013

The Matthews Family,

Jan - Always had a kind ear to listen to and a smile & a laugh to share. The Matthews Family - You are in My thoughts and prayers.

Sorry for your loss.

Sue Murdick

April 3, 2013

Dear Ted and Matthews Family,
My sincere condolences to all of you on the loss of your wonderful Wife, Mom and Grandma. Jan was truly a special lady, and she was a great friend and neighbor from camp. I had the pleasure of seeing her again down in Florida in January, and I will treasure that last visit always. God Bless all of you, and I will keep you in my prayers.
Love,Sue(DiNova)Murdick

Margaret Gonzalez(Maguire)

April 3, 2013

Paul & Chrissy & Family,
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my prayers. God Bless.
Love,
Maggie

Dorothy Smith

April 3, 2013

To the Matthews family...my heart and prayers got out to you for mom is surely going to be missed by all....
I could not have asked to be accepted in to a more loving family... if there is anything i can do please let me know. Rest In Peace Mom...I will Miss you but you will be forever in my heart! love the chosen one Dorothy

April 3, 2013

Ted and Family, We were very sorry to hear about Jan. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jim and Janice Noonan, Venice, FL

April 3, 2013

Paul, Im sorry to here about your loss. Your in our thoughts and prayers.

-Jamie (T.B.)

Jennifer Early

April 3, 2013

Matthews Family,
I am very sorry for your loss. I knew Jan from Brant Lake and she was a wonderful person. My thoughts are with you in this difficult time. God Bless

Yvonne Harbers

April 3, 2013

My condolences to Jan's family. I enjoyed working with her at DOL. She was always so pleasant and a joy to work with. She spoke of her family with love and pride and I am sure she will be missed.

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