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GEORGE MURRAY MATHESON
Born: Feb 17, 1943
Date of Passing: Jun 07, 2024
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryGEORGE MURRAY MATHESON
It is with great sadness and sorrow we announce the passing of George Murray Matheson, on Friday, June 7, 2024 in Drayton Valley at the age of 81 years. "Parting is such sweet sorrow that I shall say goodnight till it be morrow."
George's memory will forever be cherished by his daughter, Margo (Corey); step-daughters, Wendy, Susan (Robert), and Robin; grandchildren, Gabrielle, Hannah, Nathan, Andrew, Camron, Corey, Caden, Randy, and Alexander; siblings, Jack, and Allan (Valerie); nieces and nephews, Melanie, Murray (Nicole) their daughter Olivia, Carla (Clint) their children Caden and Callum.
George was predeceased by is first wife, Barbara; his second wife, Norma; sister-in-law Del; nephew, John; and parents, Murray and Beatrice.
George enjoyed the outdoors especially if it included fishing, hunting birds, and big game hunting. George was an avid golfer. George had a very creative and artistic side, he was an artist on many different mediums, like leather and canvas; he also carved out loons, and fish.
George was a man who taught his family and others to weigh decisions carefully, considering the good and bad, the pros and cons. He emphasized not rushing to a decision and being honest in everyday life. He deeply loved his daughter Margo, and loved being a grandpa.
When he wasn't outdoors or creating art, he was a teacher, an English teacher. He wanted to instill in students the love of poetry and Shakespeare, he encouraged students to explore their inner poet to see the world in words that blended together to create a poem. He had a way of making Shakespeare come alive and relevant to young minds. George made a significant impact on the lives of many students he taught, leaving a lasting mark. "O Captain my Captain, you will be missed."
A Celebration of Life for George will be held at a later date.
The family would like to thank Dr. Ayotte and Dr. Botes, Drayton Valley Hospital nurses and staff. To the homecare team and the palliative care nurses, Erica and Gail for helping Margo to keep her dad home for as long as they could.
In lieu of flowers a memorial donation can be made in George's name to Ducks Unlimited.
As published in Brandon Sun on Jun 22, 2024, Jun 22, 2024
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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My condolences to the brothers. My memory of George is of a compassionate, caring person. Donna F. Taube - Posted by: Donna Friend Taube (Friend of brother Jack) on: Dec 19, 2024
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To Margo and all of Georges Family. I will always fondly remember our great times with him and Norma at Palm Springs and Clear Lake. Great couple. George was a great guy a good friend and will be missed by all. Bruce Smith. - Posted by: Bruce Smith (Friend) on: Jun 22, 2024