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John "Bear" Matheson

1936 - 2021

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Yvonne MacGregor posted a condolence

Wednesday, May 12, 2021

Betty sincere sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your dear Bear. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May the warmth & comfort of your special memories give you strength during this sad time. Yvonne & Ross MacGregor Rosie Sampson Emond

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David and Corrine Wojcik-Morrison posted a condolence

Friday, May 7, 2021

Betty and Family We are deeply sorry for your loss. Please accept our condolences and may our prayers help comfort you at this very difficult time. God Bless

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Hila Lamey posted a condolence

Friday, April 30, 2021

I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. Please accept my condolences. Hila Lameyl

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Wednesday, April 28, 2021

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Betty & Family. So very sorry to learn of Bears passing. Our Thoughts & Prayers are with all of you. “ God Bless “

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Joan MacPherson Wells posted a condolence

Wednesday, April 28, 2021

Sincerest condolences. Joan MacPherson Wells

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Charmaine Miles posted a condolence

Wednesday, April 28, 2021

So sorry for your loss Betty and family, Bear always had a smile on his face. Charmaine Miles

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Sharon McLeod posted a condolence

Wednesday, April 28, 2021

Betty , Sandy and I want to offer you and your family our sincerest condolences . Bear will be missed by everyone who knew him ! I will miss driving past your house and waving to Bear as he sat on the front step .

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Ron Boutilier posted a condolence

Tuesday, April 27, 2021

To my nephews and niece, Jamie, Joey, and Jennifer, My sincere condolences on the loss of your grandfather. As you know I was very fond of Bear. Just know you are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless. Ronnie

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Mary Robertson Campbell Posted May 5, 2021 at 8:49 AM

My sincere sympathy. Will miss Bear as he sat on the step watching over the ocean and waving to all. RIP Bear, you will be so missed.

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Wendy Kelly posted a condolence

Tuesday, April 27, 2021

So sorry to hear of John (Bear) passing, deepest condolences from myself and the Crowdis Family. Bear was always smiling and never failed to stop in for a visit with Mom and Dad when walking down Hill Street. Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

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Ron Boutilier posted a condolence

Tuesday, April 27, 2021

To Betty and family: My deepest sympathies on the passing of such a find man. I always had such respect for Bear and I will miss running into him. We would always have a chat when I saw him. I enjoyed the memories of days gone by, traveling on his boat going up the Mira River. He was a good soul and a kind man. My prayers are with you all. May God Bless you during this difficult time. Ron Boutilier

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Olga Flynn posted a condolence

Tuesday, April 27, 2021

Thinking of you during this difficult time. Olga Flynn and Family

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Stan Miller posted a symbolic gesture

Tuesday, April 27, 2021

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Morenz Howie posted a condolence

Tuesday, April 27, 2021

Betty and family.. We are so sorry to hear of Johnny’s passing. Our thoughts are with you all during this time. Hope you find comfort in happy memories of a life well lived. Morenz, Lorraine and family

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Kirk Neville posted a condolence

Tuesday, April 27, 2021

Betty, our sincere sympathy to you and the family. Anytime I saw Bear he had a smile and a good story. With our faith we know he will always be with you and his memory lives on in each of you. Take care and God Bless! Kirk & Sonya

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Damian Bray posted a condolence

Tuesday, April 27, 2021

Betty, so sorry for your loss. John was a wonderful man.

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Barbara MacLeod posted a condolence

Tuesday, April 27, 2021

our deepest condolences on your loss..Gloria and family

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Laura Groom lit a candle

Tuesday, April 27, 2021

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The Singleton Family would like to express our deepest condolences to Betty and Family. So very sorry to hear of Bear's passing. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Love Irene (Singleton) Moore

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jimmie Gracie posted a condolence

Tuesday, April 27, 2021

Condolences to the family, RIP Johnny Bear.

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Alvina Kearney Hiwie Posted Apr 27, 2021 at 11:57 AM

So sorry for your loss Betty. Sending huggs your way. ❤

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Billiemac phee posted a condolence

Tuesday, April 27, 2021

Billie and Blair Mac Phee So sorry for your loss.Thoughts and prayers for you ,Betty ,and your family at this difficult time.

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Frances Jillett posted a symbolic gesture

Tuesday, April 27, 2021

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Our Deepest sympathies May he rest in peace. Gloria Frances Barb Todd Mcdougall

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Sheldon and Lesley Shaw posted a condolence

Tuesday, April 27, 2021

Sincere condolences to Betty and all Matheson family members and loved ones as you mourn the loss of your loved one,John (Bear). He will always be remembered for his smile and friendliness to all he met! Eternal rest grant unto his soul Lord. May the perpetual Light shine upon him. Sheldon and Lesley Shaw

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Mary and Joe Matheson posted a condolence

Tuesday, April 27, 2021

To Betty, Glenda, Shauna , John and all of Johnnie's family our deepest sympathy. He was a cousin and a special friend. Rest in peace Bear.

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Roberta & Breton posted a condolence

Tuesday, April 27, 2021

So very sorry on the loss of Bear...our thoughts are with all during this difficult time.

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Karen posted a condolence

Monday, April 26, 2021

Sincere condolences to Betty and family..thinking of you..may sweet memories bring you comfort in the days to come. Karen and Barry Brewer

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Sr. Mary Shaw lit a candle

Monday, April 26, 2021

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I am speechless to hear of John's passing...he was larger than life. So many fond memories, singing around Bon fire in Ben Eoin; Visiting and chatting. Wave when we'd pass by...so kind to my Mom who loved his music. Music in heaven now, John. To Betty and all the family and extended family, my promise of prayer at this Sacred TIME. Rest in Peace, John, God, let your perpetual LIght shine upon him. Give peace to the family. My love and prayers to each one of you. Lovingly, S. Mary Shaw, asc, Springfield, Illinois, formerly of New Aberdeen...Friends of the family

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Donna gardiner posted a condolence

Monday, April 26, 2021

Condolences to the family, always a pleasant gentleman.

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Monday, April 26, 2021

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