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Ronald Francis Henry Matthews

Ronald Francis Henry Matthews

1 July 1936 to 21 December 2025

Aged 89

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Late of Kearneys Spring, passed away peacefully on 21st December 2025, aged 89 years.

Dearly loved Husband of Nancy. Much loved Father and Father-in-law of Wendy and Rob , Brett and Susan, Rachel and Tertius. Loving Grandpa and GG Pa of their respective families. 

A Memorial service will be held to honour Ron's life at St Stephen's Toowoomba Uniting Church, 51 Neil St, Toowoomba City, 30th December, 2025, commencing at 2pm. 

"Forever in our Hearts"

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  • Nancy, Wendy,Rob, Brett abd Rachel, 
    We were sorry not to be able to go to Rons memorial. We were happy to be able to watch the service online, learn more about his life and feel a connection with you all. Gods comfort be with you as you go forward. Love Julie and Jim.

    Jim and Julie Wecker , 30 December 2025

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  • Bernice often recalls fond childhood memories of the times she spent with her much-loved cousin Ron and the rest of us remember happy times both visiting in Toowoomba and reunions back in Perth. Murray recalls Ron being a bit of a legend for breaking the record of number of crayfish eaten in one sitting (8) up at Wedge Island, which according to Gary was even more impressive because he did it straight after eating half a watermelon!
    Our love and sympathy goes out to Nancy, Wendy & Rob, Brett & Susan, Rachel & Tertius and all the family.
    Your love will keep you together always xxx

    Julie Ensly , 30 December 2025

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  • A message from Margaret (sister in law), and Belinda, Michelle & Brendan (nieces & nephew).
    We are so grateful to have shared time with Ron. 
    We always appreciated the effort he made to come over to Perth, loved listening to the stories he shared about his childhood, where he grew up, and the family history which included our dad, grandparents, and other uncles & aunty. Those memories meant so much to us, and will be treasured always, as they helped us feel connected after losing our dad/husband years ago.
    We like to think Ron is now back with his brothers, sister, and other loved ones who went before him — and together they are looking over all of us. 
    Our thoughts, prayers and heartfelt condolences are with Nancy, Wendy, Brett, Rachel, and those who knew & loved him. 
    Love always, Margaret, Belinda, Michelle & Brendan xoxo
     

    Margaret, Belinda, Michelle and Brendan Matthews , 28 December 2025

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  • Dear Nancy and family,
    Thinking of you all as you say good-bye to Ron.
    Regards and best wishes to you all.
    Rob and Barbara Harrold

    Barbara , 28 December 2025

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  • Goodbye uncle i sorry i cant be there to say goodbye in person. You were, are and always will be  a special and wonderful person. i wish i could have had more opportunities to hear your stories over my childhood. we will never forget you

    Jarrod, Zach and Nicole 

    Jarrod Matthews , 27 December 2025

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