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Jason Matthews

In Memorial

Matthews; Jason Robert Ernest.

Suddenly, at his home, on Friday June 26th, 2020. Jason Matthews, in his 47th year, beloved son of Bob (Gail) and Shirley (Ced) Phillips. Step-brother of David (Janice) Phillips and Doug (Chris) Phillips. Sadly missed by his aunt Barbara Ann Gauley (Allan Nixon) and his cousins Dean and Darryl. Fondly remembered by Shannon Dort. Missed by his fur buddies Chevy and Stan.

Respecting the family’s wishes private services will be held at a later date.
Arrangements entrusted to Rod Abrams Funeral Home, Tottenham, 905-936-477.

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  1. Jody Dales says

    March 18, 2025 at 8:38 pm

    Oh, no! I only just saw this. I am so sorry.

    Reply
  2. Deborah Houly says

    December 1, 2024 at 2:20 am

    Dear Bob. It’s with a heavy heart I read about Jason today. There are no words to express how I feel…by the way, when I saw you last I was suffering from a form of hydrocephalus (NPH) and did not know it. I lost most of my faculties before an MRI revealed “water on the brain” . Thankfully, miracle surgery at St. Mike’s saved my life and now I am better than ever. But I regret I was not around when this tragedy occurred. I am sure Gail is a comfort to you. All the best, Debbie (Bill)

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  3. Cecily Heslett says

    July 31, 2020 at 1:03 am

    Dear Bob and Gail, and Shirley and Ced, Barb, and all the family, I am so sorry for your devastating loss. I have such fond memories of Jason at our family reunions. The loss of him is so immense but we were all so blessed to have had someone so great to lose. I will be praying for you in the midst of your grief.

    Reply
  4. Judy Harwood says

    July 13, 2020 at 6:19 pm

    Bob and Family. I am so sorry for your loss, may wonderful memories help at this very sad time. Thoughts and prayers are with you.

    Reply
  5. Mary Lynn Nosad says

    July 8, 2020 at 9:44 pm

    Dear Bob, Gail & Mathews Family, I am so sorry for the loss of your son, Jason. My thoughts & prayers are with you all at this most difficult time. Mary Lynn

    Reply
  6. Leny VandenBroek says

    July 8, 2020 at 11:26 am

    To Bob and Family
    I am so very sorry for your incredible loss. Wishing you courage, strength and hope…..one day at a time.

    Reply
  7. Ralph and Maureen Joyce says

    July 7, 2020 at 6:00 pm

    Dear Bob and Gail
    Please except our deepest condolences at this sad time. We will continue to hold you in our thoughts and prayers.

    Reply
  8. Dale Mercer says

    July 7, 2020 at 7:57 am

    Bob and family, I’m so sorry for your loss, I used to work with Jay,I was so sad to hear this devastating news, my thoughts are with you and your family.

    Reply
  9. Jackie Calhoun says

    July 6, 2020 at 10:17 pm

    My thoughts and prayers are with during this difficult time. My deepest condolences to you all.

    Reply
  10. Kim Kevin dermott says

    July 6, 2020 at 8:56 pm

    Bob and Gail. We have no words to express our sorrow for your loss.

    Reply
  11. Heather Denby says

    July 6, 2020 at 11:51 am

    My deepest condolences on your loss. I used to work with Jay and he would always brighten my day.

    Reply
  12. J.J. Paul & Margaret Whiteside says

    July 5, 2020 at 9:33 am

    Bob, Gail and Families:
    We extend our deepest sympathy to your Family on the passing of Jason. May you find comfort in knowing that others are holding you close in their hearts during this very difficult time. We wish you peace, strength, comfort and love now and in the days to come.

    Reply
  13. J.J. Paul & Margaret Whiteside says

    July 5, 2020 at 9:26 am

    Bob,Gail and Families:
    We extend our deepest sympathy to your Family on the passing of Jason. May you find comfort in knowing that others are holding you close in their hearts during this very difficult time. We wish you peace, strength, comfort and love now and in the days to come.

    Reply
  14. Sue Stanbury says

    July 4, 2020 at 4:47 pm

    Dear Bob, Gail, Barb and family
    May you find a way to travel through these tough days. We are so sorry to hear of Jason’s passing. Our sincere condolences. Sue and Al Stanbury

    Reply
  15. Valerie Boucher says

    July 4, 2020 at 3:39 pm

    Our sincere condolences, so sorry for your loss. Joan and Lawrence Hawton, Val and Dan Boucher

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  16. Anne Marie & John Ritchie says

    July 4, 2020 at 1:44 pm

    Dear Shirley and Bob;
    Special memories of Jason – a little blond haired toddler picking wild blueberries with his Mom and Dad in a field beside the highway to Kapuskasing, an avid fort builder and his like minded cousins, Cecily and Rheba, constructing with anything that wasn’t nailed down, sharing lunch in the backyard and asking “I wike carwots. Do you wike carwots?”
    Jason and his infectious laugh will enter our thoughts tenderly.
    Our sympathies to all of Jason’s loved ones.

    Reply
  17. Bud & Brenda Rose says

    July 4, 2020 at 12:40 pm

    Dear Bob and family
    We know the pain of losing a son. Our thoughts are with you at this time.

    Reply
  18. Hank & Betty Lou Vanderpost says

    July 3, 2020 at 9:01 pm

    Dear Bob, Gail and families:
    Our deepest and heartfelt sympathy is extended to the entire family at this very difficult and sad time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May Peace soothe you, may Grace hold you, may Love comfort you, and may memories surround you.

    Reply
  19. Susan Halbert Hunter says

    July 3, 2020 at 8:31 pm

    Bob, Shirley and family: I have many fond memories of Jason and I wish you all strength in the days ahead. Rest in Peace Jason.

    Reply
  20. Hal & Madelyn Rutledge says

    July 3, 2020 at 6:25 pm

    So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

    Reply
  21. Penny and Jim Beck says

    July 3, 2020 at 5:00 pm

    We are so sorry to hear of your loss of Jason. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

    Reply
  22. Mary Varcoe & Herb Apps says

    July 3, 2020 at 4:41 pm

    We are sorry to hear of Jason’s passing. Our thoughts go to the whole Matthews family. Memories to cherish & hold on to. Sending hugs.

    Reply
  23. Don & Marie-Laure Varcoe says

    July 3, 2020 at 1:23 pm

    Bob and Family
    Our sincere condolence to you and your Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you, at this difficult time.

    Reply
  24. Ken and Jean Meher says

    July 3, 2020 at 11:31 am

    You’re in our hearts and thoughts at this most difficult time. May the memories that you shared together continue to bring you comfort and peace.

    Reply
  25. Ken and Jean Meher says

    July 3, 2020 at 11:13 am

    You’re in our hearts and thoughts at this most difficult time. May your shared memories together continue to bring you comfort and peace.

    Reply
  26. Bob & Margaret Milligan says

    July 3, 2020 at 10:28 am

    We are so sorry for your loss.
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult
    time.

    Reply
  27. Ken and Jean Meher says

    July 3, 2020 at 9:38 am

    [email protected]. You are in our hearts and thoughts at this most difficult time. May the memories you shared together bring you continued comfort and peace.

    Reply
  28. Rose Wells says

    July 3, 2020 at 7:40 am

    Please accept my heartfelt condolences in the sudden loss of Jason. My thoughts & prayers are with you all during this difficult time. I worked with Jay years ago & he was a great guy with a big sense of humour. There wasn’t a day that went by without him telling his stories & us all laughing together. May your memories of Jason help ease your pain.

    Reply
  29. Bonnie Himsl says

    July 2, 2020 at 6:22 pm

    Dearest Shirley and Family,
    Our hearts are broken! Cherish your memories! I know we will.
    Love, Bonnie, Samara & Rachel

    Reply
  30. Doug, Joan, Brian, Darlene Jebb says

    July 2, 2020 at 5:28 pm

    Bob and Gail, along with the entire Matthews Family,
    Our thoughts, prayers and love are with you during this very difficult time. May you draw strength from others and allow it to give you courage as you face the days ahead. Treasure the memories, and hold them dear to your heart. xo

    Reply
  31. Anne and Joe McDaid says

    July 2, 2020 at 3:30 pm

    Bob and Gail, please accept our heartfelt condolences. We’re thinking about you during this very difficult time.
    Anne and Joe

    Reply
  32. Dave and Michelle Pike says

    July 2, 2020 at 1:39 pm

    We are so sorry to hear about Jason. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

    Reply
  33. Susan Walker says

    July 2, 2020 at 1:35 pm

    Dear Bob and Gail, please accept my heartfelt condolences in the sudden loss of Jason. May your memories and time ease your pain. You are in my heart and prayers. Love Susan

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  34. Nancy Milligan says

    July 2, 2020 at 12:17 pm

    Wishing you strength and love during this sad time. So very sorry for your families loss.

    Reply
  35. MJ Archer says

    July 2, 2020 at 11:42 am

    Sincerest condolences for your loss.
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

    Reply
  36. Chris Kremer says

    July 2, 2020 at 10:53 am

    Bob and family, I am so sorry to hear that your son has passed away. Please accept my heartfelt condolences and prayers on your tremendous loss.

    Reply
  37. Terry and Elaine says

    July 2, 2020 at 9:42 am

    Thinking of you all at this very sad time! We will keep our memories close! Love to all ❤️
    Terry Elaine
    Matt Jessie
    Kyle Sonya
    Brear

    Reply
  38. Terri and Kevin Davey says

    July 1, 2020 at 10:09 pm

    We are so sorry for your profound loss. May time and happy memories help to ease your pain. We are thinking of you during this sad time.

    Reply
  39. Don and Barb Jerry says

    July 1, 2020 at 9:17 pm

    Bob and Gail and family
    Sending our thoughts and prayers at this time. May the memories of Jason
    Help ease the pain.

    Reply
  40. Peter & Carol Vanderpost says

    July 1, 2020 at 7:58 pm

    Bob& Gail & family
    Our condolences to all on the passing of Jason, sending our thoughts and prayers.

    Reply
  41. Garry & Ronda Williams & Family says

    July 1, 2020 at 5:07 pm

    To Bob, Gail and the rest of the Matthews Family:
    Please accept our deepest sympathies at this sad time. My your happy memories of times spent with Jason help to mend your hearts.
    Thinking of you all.
    Garry & Ronda Williams and Family

    Reply
  42. Gilbert Peters says

    July 1, 2020 at 4:59 pm

    We are so sorry for the loss of your precious Jason… he will be dearly missed by his aunt and uncle and cousins Cindy and Tracie…our thoughts and prayers are with you during these very difficult times.. xoxo

    Reply
  43. Charlie Lisk says

    July 1, 2020 at 4:48 pm

    So sorry to hear of Jason’s passing…my thoughts and prayers are with you all…

    Reply
  44. Brian & Joy Elines says

    July 1, 2020 at 4:14 pm

    Our deepest condolences Bob & Shirley & families for your tragic loss. We are thinking of you at this time with love & prayers. Brian & Joy

    Reply
  45. Donna Knapp says

    July 1, 2020 at 4:04 pm

    Dear Bob and Gail,
    Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your son. My heart breaks for you and your family.

    (Bibby”s patron)

    Reply
  46. Earl and Kaylia says

    July 1, 2020 at 3:46 pm

    Our thoughts are with you all at this very sad time. Memories will hopefully help to ease the pain.

    Reply
  47. Jean and TonyTremblay says

    July 1, 2020 at 2:31 pm

    He will be greatly missed by so many aunts , uncles and cousins we will missed his laughter and I will especially miss his big bear hugs.

    Reply
  48. Mike Brown and Wendy Ground says

    July 1, 2020 at 2:13 pm

    Dear Bob and Gail. We are so sorry to hear about your son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

    Reply
  49. Frances and Roland says

    July 1, 2020 at 2:08 pm

    We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this time.

    Reply
  50. Deb and Kim says

    July 1, 2020 at 12:10 pm

    So sorry for your loss. We will always remember him, Thinking of you during this difficult time.

    Reply
  51. Raymond and Brenda says

    July 1, 2020 at 12:08 pm

    Bob and Gail and family,
    Our heart goes out to you at this difficult time.
    Raymond and Brenda Lisk

    Reply
  52. Gord & Carol Ball & Family says

    July 1, 2020 at 12:02 pm

    Our sincere condolences on the passing of your son, Jason. May you find comfort in your cherished memories.

    Reply
  53. Bob and Evy Vienneau says

    July 1, 2020 at 11:57 am

    Condolences,sad to hear off your loss.Bob & Evy Vienneau

    Reply
  54. Jeff and Jennifer Green says

    July 1, 2020 at 11:51 am

    To Jason’s family. We are so sorry for your loss. We will always remember Jason fondly…he was a great friend and neighbour.
    With heavy hearts,
    Jeff and Jennifer Green

    Reply
  55. Ann and Charles MacDermid says

    July 1, 2020 at 11:27 am

    Sorry for your loss. RIP

    Reply
  56. Mark and Katey Hunt says

    July 1, 2020 at 11:10 am

    Our thoughts are with you all, we are so sorry for your loss. Jay was a gentle giant, he was loud and kind, he had a big sense of humour and an even bigger heart. He is greatly missed.

    Reply
  57. Grace Copeland and family All says

    July 1, 2020 at 10:58 am

    Matthews Family
    Reaching out with continued love from deep in our hearts.

    Reply
  58. Bobbie-Jean ans Henry says

    July 1, 2020 at 10:16 am

    We are so sad by Jason’s sudden passing and you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Thinking of you all

    Reply
  59. Sheri Sallows (Jackson) says

    July 1, 2020 at 9:56 am

    So very sorry to hear this news. Thinking of all that loved Jason and keeping you in our prayers.

    Reply
  60. Bob & Pat Ivey says

    July 1, 2020 at 9:36 am

    Bob Gail & Family
    We are so very sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences.

    Reply
  61. Bob & Pat Ivey says

    July 1, 2020 at 9:17 am

    Bob , Gail & Family

    Our sincere condolences for your loss

    Reply
  62. John Paul Surowiec says

    July 1, 2020 at 8:16 am

    Sending our deepest condolences to your family. He will be fondly remembered for his honestly and humour. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

    John, Åshild, Kayla, Meghan & Eddie

    Reply
  63. Ron & Norma Radyk says

    July 1, 2020 at 8:07 am

    Bob, Gail & Family,
    Our Thoughts Are With You All,
    In Your Many Hours Of Grief & Sorrow.

    Reply
  64. Marlene Hatch says

    June 30, 2020 at 11:53 pm

    I am so very sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences.

    Reply
  65. Sharlene Webber says

    June 30, 2020 at 11:29 pm

    Bob and Gail and families
    Sending my sincere condolences, so sorry for your loss.

    Reply
  66. Bob & Pat Jackson says

    June 30, 2020 at 10:55 pm

    Bob & Family
    Our sincere condolences for your loss.

    Reply
  67. Mary Hetherington says

    June 30, 2020 at 9:55 pm

    Dear Bob, Gail and Shirley

    Please accept my deepest sympathy in the loss of Jason – you are in my thoughts and prayers.

    Reply
  68. Carol-Lynne and Larry Smilsky says

    June 30, 2020 at 9:51 pm

    Words cannot even begin to express how sad we feel.All we hope is that you have lots of pleasant memories of the fine young man that he was . He was certainly raised with lots of love.

    Reply
  69. Barry & Donna Jebb says

    June 30, 2020 at 9:44 pm

    We are so sorry to hear of Jason’s passing and sending our thoughts and prayers to all of the Matthew’s family.

    Reply
  70. John and Darlene Cooper says

    June 30, 2020 at 7:56 pm

    To – Bob, Barbara Ann and Shirley and your families.
    There are no words, but we are sending you all a virtual hug to let you know we are feeling your pain.

    Reply
  71. Guye & Marcia Breedon says

    June 30, 2020 at 7:43 pm

    Dear Bob & Gail, Shirley & Ced, Guye & I extend our deepest sympathy in the loss of Jason. Sending much love & care to the families. Guye & Marcia Breedon

    Reply

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