03/13/2026
Patricia A. Matheson, 83, a dedicated gardener who found beauty in every bloom, passed away at home on Thursday, March 12, 2026. She was born on December 15, 1942 in Philippi WV., a daughter to the late Emmett SR. and Eveline (Blake) Haddix.
She married the love of her life, Charles “Buzz” Matheson on April 14, 1958. Patricia had deep roots within the community, founding and owning Howland Alarm Co. with her husband Buzz in 1969 until their retirement in 1987 where family then took over. She also attended Cosmetology School and worked in the Grants Salon for many years. Patricia was also a homemaker, taking care of her husband and children.
Patricia found enjoyment in a wide array of things. She played an Upright Bass, her nickname was “Thumper” and she had a Bluegrass Family Band (Family Pride) from 1978 until 2020. She found beauty and love in her collection of elephants. Patricia was a part of a bowling league for what seemed like a lifetime and really enjoyed getting to play. Her heart was happiest on her girls’ trips with her daughters and just being with her family. Patricia was active and loved flowers and gardening. She was a very honest and outspoken woman. She was very classy, had excellent taste and high morals and was a woman to admire. The best part about her was her ability to multitask, while doing all of these hobbies and things she loved, she was also raising 3 “little brats” She will be missed beyond measure.
Patricia leaves behind many to mourn her including; husband of almost 68 years, Charles “Buzz” Matheson; children Jesse (Barb) Matheson; daughters Charlotte (Jeff) Daugherty, Cindy Matheson (Mitch Meadors); grandchildren Nicole Loar, Samantha Kropp, Jake Daugherty, Jared Daugherty, Mitchel Meadors-Matheson; great-grandchildren Bryce Moran, Jordyn Kropp, Evie Daugherty, Lainey Daugherty, Harlow Daugherty, Harvey Daugherty; brother Emmett Haddix JR.
She was predeceased by her parents; brother Tommy and sister Linda.
“I'd like the memory of me to be a happy one.
I'd like to leave an afterglow of smiles when life is done.
I'd like to leave an echo whispering softly down the ways,
Of happy times and laughing times and bright and sunny days.
I'd like the tears of those who grieve, to dry before the sun;
Of happy memories that I leave when life is done.”
The family would like to express their immense gratitude to Patricia’s caregivers that have made the last few months so much easier to bare; Colleen, Teri, Marge, Elayne, Amelia and Ohio Living Hospice, we will forever be grateful to you all.
Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 from 10am to11am with a Funeral Service and entombment to follow at 11am at Crown Hill Burial Park Chapel and Mausoleum in Vienna, OH.
Caring and Professional Services were entrusted to Selby Funeral Home.
