Thomas & Janice Matheson

Dr. Thomas V. Matheson, 84 of Surry, NH, passed away peacefully in his home on April 13, 2023 following a period of declining health. He was born on October 18, 1938 to the late William and Vera Matheson.

Janice J. Matheson, 79, of Surry, NH, passed away at Maplewood Nursing Home facility on November 19, 2019 after complications from a long battle with Alzheimer’s Disease. She was born on September 16, 1940 to the late Mildred and Clayton Joy.

Thomas and Janice were married January 13, 1962. Tom and Jan were married over 50 years and were partners in nearly all their endeavors. When they were younger, Tom and Jan both enjoyed skiing, snowmobiling, and traveling. Together they took the family on many adventures throughout their wonderful life.

Thomas was a dentist for many years serving the community of Keene running his own practice prior to retirement. Part of being a dentist was being able to talk to people, mostly while the mouths were full of his instruments, but his ability to tell stories and capture the attention of a room was one of a kind. Thomas was an avid hunter, fisherman and sports fan. He loved to watch hockey and enjoyed playing golf when he was not in the woods hunting and fishing. He was a long-time member of TONE, and Ducks Unlimited, and his interest in preserving and enjoying nature was something close to his heart for his entire life.

Janice helped take care of the books for the office and raised first two, then three, boys. She juggled schedules like a pro, and her boys never missed a game, practice, or special event. Janice, while quiet among strangers, was known to have a quick wit and could bring many a chuckle with her one-line zingers!

Thomas was predeceased by his beloved wife Janice Matheson and his sister Francis Dishart. His death was recently followed by his sister Pat Crossman.

He is survived by his 3 sons, Bradford Matheson and his wife Anissa, Jody Matheson, and Cameron Matheson and his wife Amy; grandchildren Julianna Matheson, Hailee Matheson, and Connor Matheson as well as many nieces and nephews and friends.

The family wishes to thank the amazing team of caregivers who provided so much love, comfort, and support, allowing Thomas to stay at home.

A graveside service for both Thomas and Janice will be held on June 30th, 2023, at 1:00 pm at the Surry Village Cemetery, Village Road, Surry, NH.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Alzheimer’s Association Alzheimer's Association | Alzheimer's Disease & Dementia Help) American Cancer Society Donate Today | The American Cancer Society.