Betty Jeane Mattison went to her Savior on Oct. 2, 2020.
She was born on Jan. 16, 1930 on the kitchen table at her home in Hillsdale, a small community south of Portland.
She was an only child that grew up independent. She loved roller skating, riding her scooter, and hanging around with her dad who drove truck.
She married Varian “Matt” Mattison in 1946. They had four children, who gave her 12 grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren, and six great-great grandchildren.
When her children were in school, she worked as a baker in the cafeteria. Her love for her grandkids was always apparent, whether they were living with them or just visiting.
Growing up in the city, she learned poise and etiquette. Her husband moved her to the country, which gave her strength and patience. She will always be remembered for her faith in God and her sense of humor.
She was preceded in death by her husband; granddaughter, Jeaney; and her son, Gordan and his wife, Barbara. Her oldest son, Lonnie, passed away on May 30, 2021.
A memorial service for the four family members that have passed away in the last 18 months will be held at the Irrigon Cemetery on July 8, 2021 at 10 a.m. Afterwards, everyone is invited to gather for memories and a meal at 315 N.E. Oregon Ave., Irrigon. Contact Gleny McCutchen, 541-310-1130 or Laura Richter, 541-720-8131.
Please share memories of Betty with her family at burnsmortuaryhermiston.com.
Burns Mortuary of Hermiston is in care of arrangements.
