The Late
Clark E. [sic] Matthews
On Monday, 2 Aug 1920,
after a lingering illness borne with Christian fortitude, Adam
Clark Matthews of Port Dover, passed to the Great Beyond, having
reached on his earthly journey six years beyond the three score
and ten assigned by the Psalmist of old as the limit of men's
earthly pilgrimage.
Deceased was born in the
Township of Woodhouse and had resided within four miles of the
village till his removal here nine years ago.
He had served on the local
Board of Education. For over 30 years, Mr. Matthews was leader of
the local Presbyterian choir and was always willing to assist the
choirs of other denominations on special occasions.
Ever a friend of those of
the younger generations, Mr. Matthews delighted in gathering the
youthful around him and spending a pleasant evening, in in this he
was ably seconded by his helpmate who survives him.
Mr. and Mrs. Matthews
celebrated their golden wedding anniversary, 8 Apr 1919, and this
was the occasion for a notable gathering of relatives and friends
who, by their tangible tokens of regard, testified to the esteem
in which Uncle Clarke [sic] and Aunt Jen were held by them.
.The funeral took place on
Wednesday, the services being conducted by his pastor, Rev. J.
Robertson.
Deceased was a past master
of Erie Lodge, No. 149, A.F and A.M., and the impressive funeral
service of the order was conducted at his late residence and at
the cemetery. Interment was made in Port Dover Cemetery.
Adam Clarke Matthews has
passed beyond our ken, but memories of his gentle, kindly courtesy
will still linger with the many who had the privilege of knowing
him intimately.
The sympathy of the
community goes out to his wife in this, her hour of bereavement.
