Arnold McCully Matthews
1927-2019
Matthews, Arnold McCully, Wellington, ON. On the morning of
August 6, 2019 in his 93rd year Arnold McCully Matthews peacefully
said his final goodnight surrounded by family. Arnold retired from
John Deere in 1987 as a Pattern Maker after a noble 39 years of
service. His retirement consisted of travelling to warmer climates
with his beloved wife of 68 years, enjoying a good meal with family,
appreciating a strong drink with friends, playing a competitive golf
game with his son and curling during the winter months.
Known as an honourable “papa”, he proudly leaves
behind his son Ronald Matthews (Wendy), granddaughter Katlee (Ivan),
grandson Shawn (Shelley) and great grandchild Jack.
Reunited with his wife (Esther Matthews nee Purdy), daughter (Judith
Bradley nee Matthews) parents (Earl and Iola Matthews) and siblings
(Alfred, Chesley, Irene, Beatrice and Fern).
Arrangements are under the direction of the Mattatall~Varner
Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro. A graveside service will be held
12 p.m., Thursday, September 12, 2019, at Terrace Hill Cemetery,
Truro, with The Reverend Lori Ramsey officiating.
A celebration of Arnold’s life will
follow at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 106 Debert, 1252
Masstown Road Debert from 2-5 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in
memory may be made to Hospice Niagara. Private messages of
condolence may be sent to the family by viewing Arnold’s
obituary on-line and selecting “Send A Condolence” at: www.mattatallvarnerfh.com
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Arnold McCully Matthews 19272019..
Death notice for the town of: Truro, Province: Nova Scotia