MATTHEWS: Vernon Edwin Matthews passed away at Lloydminster Continuing Care Centre, Lloydminster, Alberta on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at the age of 98 years. Vernon is survived by: his daughters, Esther (Russell) Corrigan, Verna (Glen) Johnston and Charlotte (Albert) O’Hare; sons, Elmer (Danette) Matthews and Edwin (Bonnie) Matthews; grandchildren, Charleen Herle, Heather Brooks, Trisha McLaren, Todd Johnston, Glenda Williams, Greg O’Hare, Joni Bahm, Crystal Hawryluk, Travis Matthews, Melissa Schafer, Vanessa Kaschl and Joshua Matthews; twenty one great grandchildren; two great great grandchildren; brother-in-law, Merv Goodman; and numerous nieces, nephews and relatives. Vernon was predeceased by: his loving wife, Dora Matthews; infant son, Vernon; great grandchildren, Keegan and Ashley; three sisters; two brothers; and two nephews. The Funeral Service for Vernon was conducted from Kitscoty Community Church, Kitscoty, Alberta on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at 2:00 PM. Donations in memory of Vernon may be made to Lloydminster Regional Health Foundation – Lloydminster Continuing Care Centre or Vermilion Valley Lodge. Card of Thanks The Matthew’s family wish to thank McCaw Funeral Service, family and staff, for their thoughtfulness and care in making the arrangements so easy. Thank you to friends and family for your kindness and attendance, to Kitscoty Church ladies for the lunch and to LCC Nursing Home staff. A very special thank you to Pastor Kevin Nelson for the service and music!