John passed away at midnight on July 22, 2019, after a long illness. John leaves behind his long time wife of forty-three years, Pierrette St-Onge Matthews and their son Justin E. Matthews. From a previous marriage, he is survived by his children, Christa Matthews-Hannah and Matthew Dickson, who were adopted by John and their biological children, Tamara Woods and Elizabeth Matthews. John lost his sister Jennifer Connolly to a similar illness and is survived by his three brothers, Wilmot, Robert and Donald Matthews. While pursuing a career as a Sculptor, John brought beauty to his environment wherever he went, by restoring several homes, designing lovely gardens and won a Canadian Heritage Building Award. He was also the Co-Founder of Educarium. Friends and family are invited to a Visitation on Thursday, August 1, 2019 at Beechwood, Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services (280 Beechwood Ave.) between 11:30 am to 1 pm, followed by a Memorial Service and light luncheon. In lieu of flowers and in memory of John, the family suggest donations be made to a dementia foundation of your choice.
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Jacqueline Belsito
Sharon Dowdall
I regret that I cannot attend the memorial service. My sincere condolences to the Matthews family.
June and Allan Morrison
He was a friendly neighbour of ours . Our condolences to the children who went to school with our children.
My heart goes out to John's family. I have many memories of John's kindness and smile during the many visits to his home in Perth. May he rest in peace. Warm hugs to the family during this difficult time.
Jacqueline