Obituary of Russell Matheson

MATHESON, Russell Wesley- Passed away suddenly at home on June 23, 2016 at the age of 79. Beloved husband of Marilyn for 53 years. Loving father of Kelly (Jeff), Shauna (Jim) and Kyla (Curtis). Proud grandfather of Heather, Neil, Kyle, Alex and Aidan. Inherited father of Christian (Allison) and inherited grandfather of Cameron and Michael. He is survived by his sister Velma (Bill), his mother-in-law Christena MacDonald, his brother-in-laws Earl Hamilton, Stuart MacDonald, and Kevin (Dolores) MacDonald and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by his son Ian, his parents Garfield and Edna Matheson, his sister Myrtle, his father-in-law Gordon MacDonald, his sister-in-law Mary MacDonald and his niece Linda. Visitation will be held at the DIXON-GARLAND FUNERAL HOME, 166 Main Street N. (Markham Road), Markham on Sunday, June 26, 2016 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at St. Andrew's United Church, 32 Main St. N, Markham, on Monday, June 27, 2016 at 2 p.m. Interment at Elmwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Sleeping Children Around the World or to a charity of your choice.