The Pipes, the Pipes Are Calling

The Pipes, the Pipes Are Calling

Our deepest sympathies to our Chicago Mattimore cousins on the passing of their dad, Richard. He died peacefully at home last night surrounded by the wonderful memories, laughter and love of his family. Sadly, Uncle Dick was the last of his generation. He now joins all his siblings and Mattimore cousins in the corner of Heaven reserved for our big-hearted, good-natured, spirited and loving Irish Mattimore family.

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May the Road Rise to Meet You

May the Road Rise to Meet You

We lost one of the best. One from our Greatest Generation. Hank Mattimore died peacefully at home yesterday, surrounded by those he loved most. His daughter Laura and son Sean and their families were there to hold him. My sister Elaine said exactly what we are all feeling when she shared with her friends: “My mom’s youngest brother, my dear, dear Uncle Hank died today. I don’t have the heart to tell you how good he was. Just trust me that the world has dimmed.”

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