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Margaret Matson

1937 - 2019

BORN

1937

DIED

2019

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James A. McAlister Cremation

1620 Savannah Highway

Charleston, South Carolina

Margaret Matson Obituary

Margaret Matson Charleston - Margaret Thrower Matson, age 81 of Charleston, left this world on February 8, 2019 to join family and friends in the eternal kingdom of our Savior Jesus Christ. The relatives and friends of Margaret Thrower Matson are invited to attend her Liturgy of the Word 11:00 AM Tuesday, February 12, 2019, at the James A. McAlister Chapel, 1620 Savannah Highway, Charleston. Interment will be private. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Online condolences may be offered at www.CharlestonFunerals.com Margaret was born in Charlotte, NC on February 13, 1937 to John Edward Thrower and Margaret Madagan Thrower. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Anthony Joseph Matson, her brother John E. Thrower, Jr., and her beloved sisters Edna T. Plyler and Evelyn T. Small. She is survived by her daughter Teresa Matson Porcher (Edward C. Porcher), her son Anthony J. Matson, Jr., sister Doris T. Brannen (Michael E. Butch Brannen), three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Margaret's greatest pleasures were her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family, and longstanding friends. May she be renewed in paradise with Christ. Arrangements by James A. McAlister, (843) 766-1365. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Feb. 10 to Feb. 11, 2019.

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Marleen Alexander

February 13, 2019

Dear Terri and family,
I was so saddened to hear about Margaret, she was always so sweet and I have great memories of our poker playing days together. Sorry I was not able to attend the service but my thoughts were with you.

Mickey Baldwin

February 12, 2019

Terri and Joey, thoughts and prayers from the Baldwin family!

Diane Dugas

February 11, 2019

Terri and Joey - Your Mom has been on my mind so frequently the last week. When I heard your voice on Saturday , I understood why! I will miss my friend, Margaret. Such a sweetheart. I smile thinking she is with her Snoony! My prayers to you both to find peace and strength in your momma's passing! Diane Dugas

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Earnie Ray

February 11, 2019

My condolences to the family . May you find comfort in your treasured memories and Gods promise to return your loved ones who passed away in death . 1 Thessalonians 4 : 13 , 14

Mary (Clark) Coy

February 11, 2019

Terri and Joey, I was so sorry to learn of your mother's passing. She was one of the sweetest ladies! Always a smile! I have such fond memories of her and of her long friendship with my mother. You will all be in my thoughts.

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James A. McAlister Cremation

1620 Savannah Highway, Charleston, SC 29407

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James A. McAlister Cremation

1620 Savannah Highway, Charleston, SC 29407

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