Jeffrey Lynn Matson, age 65

April 02, 1954 – May 07, 2019

Jeffrey Lynn Matson, age 65, of Rose Hill, Illinois, passed away at 2:40 PM – Tuesday, May 07, 2019, at his home.

Private family services will be held.  Arrangements are under the care of the Meyer Funeral Home in Newton, Illinois.  In loving memory of Jeffrey, memorials may be made to the family.  The obituary can be viewed and condolences left at www.meyerfh.com .

Jeffrey was born on April 2, 1954, in Hammond, Indiana, the son of Daniel J. and Sarah C. (Ross) Matson.  He graduated from Lake Center High School in St. John, Indiana in 1972.

Jeffrey was a carpenter and bartender.  He enjoyed playing music.

Jeffrey was always willing to help out his neighbors and friends.

Jeffrey is survived by:

Sister – Harriet Hobson of Newton, Illinois

Brother – Adam Matson of Hidalgo, Illinois

Niece - Cora Hobson

Nephews - Gavin Hobson and Graham (Charity) Hobson

Jeffrey was preceded in death by his parents.