Service Details
Please join us to celebrate Sharon’s life with her Mass of Christian Burial, which will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1533 Erie Street Racine, on Tuesday, October 13th at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Steve Varghese officiating. Burial will follow in Sunset Ridge Memorial Park. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Monday, October 12th from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Due to Covid 19, the church does not allow visitation at the church; please plan to arrive at the church between 10:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. . The funeral mass will be live streamed beginning at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday. Please visit Sharon’s obituary on our website for the link starting Friday morning.
Live Streaming Link https://youtu.be/99-Hw9_bzHE
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Sharon Kay Mathson, 73, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2020. She was born in Morris, IL on June 8. 1947 the daughter of the late Francis and Marion (nee: Fischer) Galbraith.
She grew up in Kenosha – racing down Roosevelt Road – and graduated from St. Joseph’s High School in 1965; she then went on to x-ray technician school in Denver, CO. Sharon was an x-ray tech in Kenosha as a young woman before focusing full-time on her family. Sharon and Donald H. Mathson were married in May,1970. They enjoyed life together with their two girls. Sharon was the living definition of “Mother.” She was self-less, always putting others first. She was the room mom, junior golf coordinator, cookie mom…everything and anything for her daughters. Sharon also volunteered with the St. Luke’s Auxiliary in Racine and led the gift shop volunteers for many, many years.
Sharon is survived by her daughters, Melissa (Dan) Richlen, and Heather (Bert) Gregory, both of Chicago; three grandchildren, Matthew, Elizabeth, and Charlotte; her special pup, Henry; and two grand-dogs. She is preceded in death by her husband, Don; parents; in-laws, Henry and Beatrice (nee: Bruns) Mathson; aunts, uncles and dear friends.
Sharon loved to cook. If you were coming for a visit, she was cooking up a storm – and you better have had seconds! Sharon celebrated life every day. There was always something to celebrate with a special meal or a treat. She loved her “secret missions” whether they were a day trip to Lake Geneva with friends, driving to Hilton Head singing oldies with her girls, or just a shopping trip. Sharon created a family that extended far beyond the four walls of their home. She cherished her dear friends. They were her family, too.
She also loved the Brewers – the sausage races, Hank, and Cubs/Brewers bets with her grandkids. Go Brewers! – she would always say. Sharon adored her three grandchildren and each summer hosted “Camp Nana.” The secret missions got better when the grandchildren were involved! One of the their favorite stop was the zoo, any zoo, to visit “Nana’s giraffes”. The grandchildren, too, adored her and all her delicious cooking.
Sharon was so thoughtful and a role model, a confident, a mentor and our hero. Her caring nature mixed with feisty spirit will be truly missed every single day by all those whom she touched.
Mark Hasebroock says
So sorry for your loss Melissa…she sounds like a wonderful woman with a great and loving family. She’s passed those qualities on to you which is the greatest gift of all. Our prayers go out to you and your family….
Kris Cohen says
I sure will miss Sharon aka Mrs. Mathson. Hang on to the fun memories.
Kelly Hartweg says
A beautiful rememberance of your mom, and she passed on those wonderful qualities to her daughters. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. I hope you find peace in the wonderful memories you’ve created together.
Di and Mike Galbraith says
Mike and I will miss dear, sweet, wonderfully sarcastic Sharon. You had to be quick of wit to converse with her. Loved her sense of humor and respected her family loyalty and devotion which ran deep. She will be missed.
Gaby says
Thinking of you and wishing you thoughts of comfort during this very difficult time. Sounds like she was pretty amazing, cherish those wonderful memories.
Carmen Klokowski says
Your mom was the best. She was so warm & caring. Find peace remembering what a special woman she was & how she was such a wonderful light.
Megan King says
May Mrs. Mathson Rest In Peace. Always remembered for her open arms, warm hearth and of course – wonderful cooking! Her spirit runs strong in her daughters and grandchildren.
Mike Bahl says
My deepest condolences for your loss. I fondly remember our many gatherings at 2900 N Wisconsin celebrating the 4th and new year. Sharon was always so kind and gracious. Another great mother gone way too soon.
I hope you’re able to find peace.
Connie Hansche says
Sorry for such a great loss! I was amazed at how she would remember special things about all her friends and their families. She was a very special lady!
Tawana Lyons says
I am applaud to have met such an inspiring lady like Sharon. I met her in the midst of caring for her husband, which he too was kind. My condolence goes out to the family. May peace be with you all at a time of loss.
Harisha Haigh says
A lovely tribute and you were so fortunate to have her. Her legacy as a mother is carried on so well through you Melissa and Heather. I hope you find peace and comfort in your memories of her and your dad.
Dina Wagner says
Dear Melissa:
I am so sorry for your loss. May God ease soon the pain you and your family are going through. You are in my prayers.
Lucille Peterson & Karen Edwards says
We would like to extend our sympathies to the family. We really never got to know Sharon, but it seems she was larger than life and lived her life to the fullest. God bless.
Maggie Gruenwald says
What a nice lady! I knew Sharon as a wonderful helper when at Jefferson Lighthouse. She was one of those parents who didn’t need to be asked. She just did!
Love to Melissa and Heather!
It’s hard to believe their grown and moms.
My love and deepest sympathy to you all!
Faye Davis says
I am so sorry for your loss! I know her family was a delight for her and you are going to miss her very much.
Tamara Kensey says
Dear Melissa –
I’m truly sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. She was a special woman that I’m sure will be missed by many. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Lovingly,
Tamara Kensey
Mary Pat Pier says
Dear Heather, Melissa and family,
My deepest condolences. I was very sorry to hear about your mother. She will be missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.