Racine- Betty M. Matson, 78, passed away at St. Mary’s Medical Center on Sunday, February 19, 2006. She was born in Racine on September 10, 1927, daughter of the late Vincent James and Carmella (nee: Gioelli ) Trentadue. She was married in Racine on December 13, 1947 to Eugene Matson. Betty had a long career as a beautician and hair stylist, working at several salons including the Magic Scissors, and Beauty Unlimited. She enjoyed taking walks, reading, and playing in her bridge club. She truly loved children, and enjoyed helping with cub scouts and P.T.A. She had a special love for her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Betty was a faithful member of St. Lucy’s Catholic Church. She is survived by her husband, Gene Matson; their children, Robert (Lyn) Matson of Racine, Jerry (Marianne) Matson of Lyons, and Jackie Brisko of Ft. Atkinson; grandchildren, Krystl, Joseph, and Alex Matson all of Racine, Jason (Robyn) Matson of Honey Creek, Sean (Jen) Matson of Burlington, Jeremy Matson of Burlington, and Tracie Brisko of Racine; great grandchildren, Devin, Summer, Caitlyn, Cheyenne, Payton, Kaylee, Jordan, and Skyler Matson; her brother, Vince (Joan) Trentadue of Racine; and sister-in-law, Germaine Cobb of Rockville, Maryland; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was also preceded by her sisters, Pal Neuman, Mary Nelson, Joan Romantini, Grace Trentadue, Lydia Hudec; and her brothers, Victor, and Joe Trentadue. The funeral mass for Betty will be held at St. Lucy Catholic Church, 3101 Drexel Avenue, at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, February 24, 2006 with Fr. Mark Jones officiating. Internment will follow at West Lawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Thursday evening from 5-7 p.m., and Friday morning in the church from 9:15 – 9:45.
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