Dolores M. Matheson, 89, of Overland Park, KS passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 15, 2015, surrounded by her loving family. The Rosary will be prayed at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 19, 2015, at the Church of the Nativity, 3800 West 119th Street, Leawood, KS with Mass of Christian burial to follow at 11:00 a.m. Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, August 20, 2015 in Leavenworth National Cemetery, Leavenworth, KS.
Dolores was born on July 14, 1926, in New Jersey to Thomas and Ellen. She married the love of her life, Lt. Col. John R. Matheson, USMC on July 20, 1947. Together they raised 3 children. She was an accomplished artist, enjoyed traveling, dancing and music. Her hobby was shopping; always looking for the best sales and bargains. She was a loving wife, mother, grandma and “GG”. Nothing meant more to her than her family and her faith.
Dolores is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, John and 2 brothers. She is survived by her children, Joan (Mike) Collins, Ross (Winona) Matheson and Mark (Monica) Matheson; 7 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren and her brother, Harry.
Condolences may be left online at www.mcgilleystatelinechapel.com. Arr. McGilley State Line, 12301 State Line Road, KCMO, 64145. 816-942-6180
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