It is with great sadness that the family of the late Eric Robert Matthews announces his passing on Wednesday, March 27 ^th , 2019 at the Dr. Charles L. LeGrow Health Centre in Port aux Basques, NL at the age of 66 years after a courageous battle with cancer. Eric was predeceased by his father Charles Samuel Matthews, his sister Florence (Bill) Carter; father and mother-in-law James (Mildred) Squarey (nee Sheaves).

He leaves to mourn with many fond and loving memories his loving wife of 44 years, Joanne Matthews (nee Squarey); sons Darrell (Leeanne) Matthews and Jamie Matthews both of Moncton, NB; grandchildren Nicholas, Zachary, his mom Susie Matthews and sister Coleen (Eric) Fudge all of Port Aux Basques, sisters and brothers-in-law Elaine (Willard) Battiste of Port Aux Basques, Sharon (Robert Hyatt) Squarey of London, Ont, Arthur (Dianne) Squarey of St. John's, NL and a large circle of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and many friends.

Eric had a passion for music, he spent his early years as a member of the Ocean Show Band which brought him many hours of enjoyment from playing at many different venues to making new friends all over the world. His passion though was his accordion and whether it was a kitchen party or a garden party Eric put a smile on the faces of many and a swing in their step as he loved to play for family and friends to Waltz around the floor. He always had a smile and a kind word for everyone and his family was his pride and joy, he will be forever loved and missed.

Visitation will take place on Fri day, March 29 ^th from 2-4 and 7-9 pm, continuing on Satur day, March 30 ^th from 2-4 & 7-9 pm at East Haven Funeral Home Inc. in Port aux Basques, NL. The funeral service will be held on Sunday, March 31 ^st , 2 p m at St. Paul's Anglican Church, Grand Bay, officiated by the Rev. Clayton Billard with interment to follow at St. James Anglican Cemetery, Barachois Hill, TCH, NL. Flowers are graciously accepted or donations can be made to the family . Funeral arrangements were in the care of East Haven Funeral Home Inc., 57 Grand Bay Road, Port aux Basques, NL, 695-2300. www.easthavenfuneralhome.com

Forever In Our Hearts